BrightNest Mortgage

One Mortgage. Solar Included. Equity from Closing.

Finance solar into your FHA mortgage at closing. No second loan. No lien. No separate payment. Solar owned outright from day one.

Buy the Home. Own the Solar.

BrightNest Mortgage™ finances solar directly into your FHA home loan at closing. No separate loan. No monthly lease. No lien on title. Your solar system is owned, not rented, from the day you get your keys.

Keep your appraisal. Keep your timeline. Keep your equity.
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FHA Clear-Title Solar (Primary Path)

FHA Clear-Title Solar is BrightNest Mortgage’s flagship financing solution. It allows homebuyers to integrate solar into their FHA mortgage without delaying closing, increasing the required down payment, or introducing title risk.

Unlike traditional solar loans or leases, this structure keeps solar inside the FHA mortgage framework so the home purchase closes on time and solar is installed after closing.

How It Works

  • Solar funds are held in escrow at closing and released after closing, allowing the home purchase to close on schedule
  • 3.5% down payment is based on the home price only, not the home plus solar
  • Solar can be financed up to 120% of the home’s appraised value, based on the home appraisal alone, not an as-completed-with-solar value
  • One FHA mortgage with a single first lien, clear title, and no UCC-1 liens
  • Solar system is fully owned by the borrower, not leased
This structure avoids construction delays, appraisal rework, and post-contract friction that often derail other solar financing methods. It is ideal for first-time and value-focused homebuyers who want solar ownership without complexity.

Additional Financing Options

  • FNMA HomeStyle Energy for conventional buyers seeking higher limits and flexibility
  • VA Energy Efficient options for eligible veterans
Log in to view detailed program terms and compare FHA vs FNMA vs VA side by side.

Why BrightNest Mortgage™

Most solar financing introduces separate debt, liens, or closing risk. BrightNest Mortgage™ removes those problems by keeping solar inside the mortgage framework from the start.

  • A fully owned home improvement
  • Integrated into long-term financing
  • A contributor to property value, not a resale obstacle
QuiqNest is not a lender. BrightNest Mortgage is a QuiqNest-powered platform designed to help homebuyers access FHA, FNMA, and VA energy mortgage programs for solar and energy upgrades.

Turn Sunshine Into Equity

Own solar through your mortgage. Add to your home's value. Eliminate your utility bill.

Solar: Asset or Liability?

How you finance solar determines whether it builds your wealth or someone else's. Owned solar adds to your home's value. A lease or PPA does not. BrightNest Mortgage puts solar on your side of the ledger.
Monthly
Yearly
Asset - BrightNest Mortgage
Clear-Title Solar™ with tax-deductible interest - own your solar, build equity, eliminate utility bills
System cost: $26,600.
$156/mo
You own it outright.
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Main Benefits:
Clear-Title Solar™ - No UCC-1 liens
Tax-deductible interest payments
Zero dealer fees (save 30-35%)
No DTI issues - integrated into mortgage
Solar held in escrow holdback so closing stays on schedule
5.9% home value increase (FL average)
13.3% less time on market (resale)
FHA-first: solar can be financed up to 120% of the home’s appraised value
Who is this for?
For homebuyers who want solar as an owned asset, not a monthly expense.
Liability - Solar Lease
Rent solar panels with monthly payments forever. Leases often introduce separate contracts, markups, and title complications.
$183/mo
17.3% more per month today. Increases 3% every year.
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Major Issues:
Never own the solar panels
No ownership or equity from the solar system
Zero home value increase
Perpetual payments for 20-25 years
DTI problems affect future financing
UCC-1 liens still apply
Escalating payments (2-4% annually)
Who is this for?
For homeowners who don't mind never owning their system.
Asset - BrightNest Mortgage
Clear-Title Solar™ with tax-deductible interest - own your solar, build equity, eliminate utility bills
System cost: $26,600. $14,481 less than popular Solar Bank
$1872/yr
Own The Sun
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Main Benefits:
Clear-Title Solar™ - No UCC-1 liens
Tax-deductible interest payments
Zero dealer fees (save 30-35%)
No DTI issues - integrated into mortgage
Solar held in escrow holdback so closing stays on schedule
5.9% home value increase (FL average)
13.3% less time on market (resale)
FHA-first: solar can be financed up to 120% of the home’s appraised value
Who is this for?
For smart homeowners who understand the difference between an asset and a liability.
Liability - Solar Lease
Rent solar panels with monthly payments forever
$2196/yr
Pay 17.3% More: Get Burned
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Major Issues:
Never own the solar panels
No ownership or equity from the solar system
Zero home value increase
Perpetual payments for 20-25 years
DTI problems affect future financing
UCC-1 liens still apply
Escalating payments (2-4% annually)
Who is this for?
For homeowners who prefer paying rent forever.
FAQ

BrightNest Mortgage FAQ

What is BrightNest Mortgage™?

BrightNest Mortgage™ is a QuiqNest-powered financing solution that allows solar and energy upgrades to be integrated directly into a home purchase mortgage. This structure eliminates separate solar loans, avoids UCC-1 liens, and turns solar into a long-term equity asset instead of a liability.

How is BrightNest Mortgage™ different from traditional solar financing?

Traditional solar loans and leases create separate debt, dealer fees, and UCC-1 liens that complicate refinancing and resale. BrightNest Mortgage™ integrates solar into the primary mortgage, creating one loan, one payment, clear title, and tax-deductible interest.

What is Clear-Title Solar™?

Clear-Title Solar™ means the solar system is fully owned by the homeowner and has no UCC-1 lien attached. This protects resale value, keeps refinancing simple, and ensures solar increases home equity instead of creating friction.

Who is BrightNest Mortgage™ for?

BrightNest solutions are designed for different situations:
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‍Homebuyers: Use BrightNest Mortgage™ for pre-purchase solar integration
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‍Homeowners: Use QuiqRefi™ to add solar through refinancing
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‍Home Sellers: Use QuiqBoost™ to enhance listings with solar incentives

Is mortgage interest on solar tax-deductible?

Yes. Because solar is integrated into the primary mortgage, interest on the solar portion is treated as mortgage interest and may be tax-deductible, unlike most solar loans or leases.

What is the escrow holdback and how does it work?

Because solar is installed after closing, the cost is held in escrow at close. The funds are released to the solar installer once the system passes inspection. This keeps your closing timeline intact and ensures installation is completed within 90 to 120 days of closing.

How long does the BrightNest Mortgage process take?

Solar assessment: Within 7 days. Mortgage approval: 3 to 4 weeks. Closing: On your normal timeline. Solar installation: 90 to 120 days after closing. Most buyers are fully solar-powered within 5 months of starting the process.

Does BrightNest Mortgage™ work in my state?

BrightNest Mortgage™ is currently available in solar-friendly states including Florida, Texas, and California, with expansion underway.

Who provides the mortgage?

All mortgages are originated and executed by licensed mortgage lenders. QuiqNest is not a lender or mortgage broker and does not fund loans.

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Is there a cost to get started?

No. The initial Solar-Ready assessment is free and includes solar feasibility analysis, estimated savings, and financing options with no obligation.

How do I get started?

Getting started is simple:
• Submit your property for a Solar-Ready assessment
• Review your Clear-Title Solar™ options
• Choose BrightNest Mortgage™, QuiqRefi™, or QuiqBoost™
• Move forward with a clean, mortgage-integrated solar solution

What if I have more questions?

Our solar specialists are available to help. Phone: Contact our customer service team. Email: Reach out through our contact form. Live Chat: Available during business hours. Consultation: Schedule a free consultation to discuss your situation. We are here to make the process simple.

BrightNest Mortgage™ - Own Solar as an Asset, Not a Liability.

BrightNest Mortgage™ is a financing path some buyers use to own solar as part of a home purchase, without UCC-1 liens or dealer fees.

It exists to support owned solar without adding a second loan or disrupting the transaction timeline.
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