Don''t waste your energy on a solar scam

It''s not only good business, it''s the law. That''s one lesson from the case the FTC and the state of California brought against Ygrene Energy Fund, a company providing home improvement

Solar Fraud Victim Wins $34K Arbitration, Loan Canceled

In a victory for consumers, a Kneupper and Covey client has won a $34,895 award in arbitration—as well as cancellation of a $61,000 solar power loan on their house. The consumer was

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Some scammers create fake solar companies or pose as legitimate contractors to take deposits or payments and then disappear without completing the work.

Solar Scams You Should Know About – Forbes Home

While you are browsing solar power companies, one of them may offer to install a solar panel or solar roof in your home for a small cost or even for free. It''s an intentionally misleading claim.

Beware of misleading solar panel loans

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is warning homeowners about residential solar energy lenders who are misleading people, using deceptive tactics to trap people into costly

Solar Energy Scams are Against the Law

The Treasury Department works with other federal agencies, including the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to spread the word about

Solar Panel Fraud

Contract Review and Analysis: Our legal team meticulously examines solar contracts to identify any deceptive clauses, hidden fees, or predatory terms. We help clients understand the contract they''ve

What is Solar Panel Fraud and What Can You Do

Learn how to spot solar panel fraud, avoid predatory contracts, and take action if you''ve been scammed, with guidance from Prevost Law Firm.

CFPB Report Finds Lenders Cramming Markup Fees and Confusing

The CFPB issued a report finding that some residential solar lenders are misleading homeowners and cramming markup fees into borrowers'' loan balances.

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