Lawyer for Solar Panel Fraud and Door to Door Sales
What are the most common types of solar panel scams?
The most frequent solar panel scams involve deceptive offers of “free” solar panels, misleading financing options like power purchase agreements (PPAs) or leases, and misrepresentation of government incentives. Scammers often pressure homeowners to sign contracts without proper time to review and use aggressive sales tactics. They may also claim to represent utility companies or government… [Read More]
How do door-to-door solar panel sales scams work?
Door-to-door sales scams typically involve sales people claiming to represent utility companies, government programs, or well-known solar companies. They may offer “free” or heavily discounted solar panels, often with a limited-time offer to pressure homeowners into signing contracts. These scams can lead to poorly installed systems or contracts with hidden fees and misleading terms.
What are deceptive financing tactics in solar panel scams?
Scammers often use deceptive financing tactics, such as pushing consumers into unfavorable leases or power purchase agreements (PPAs). They may falsely claim that the homeowner will own the panels or that they will qualify for tax rebates and incentives. Misrepresentation of tax credits, rebates, and the actual cost savings are common in these scams.
What laws apply to solar panels sold door-to-door?
The California Home Solicitation Sales Act (HSSA) is a state law that protects consumers from high-pressure sales tactics often used in door-to-door sales, including those for solar panels. This law applies to any sale made at a consumer’s home or away from the seller’s business premises, which makes it especially relevant for the solar panel… [Read More]
Consumer Protection Lawyer for Solar Panel Fraud
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