Taxable and Non-taxable Allowances. Iâve noticed some questions on Yahoo answers about which allowances are taxable and which are not. At the current time, the only taxable allowance is CONUS COLA, the Cost of Living Allowance paid to people who living in certain expensive parts of the continental United States. By federal law, all new allowances created after 1986 will be taxable.
Solar shingles vs. solar panels. Many homeowners are curious about the difference between solar shingles and traditional solar panels. Solar roof shingles use the same technology as PV panels, and are the same size and shape as a typical asphalt shingle. As with solar panels, solar shingles are paired with inverters and connected to the grid.
As with traditional solar, the front-loaded costs can deter many homeowners who are interested in this project. If you are building a new home, you will most likely invest $10,000 in roof installation. Installing solar shingles will bring this cost up to around $30,000 before incentives. This may seem like a steep incline, but if youâre the type to look at the big picture, envision recouping this fee with solar energy savings over time. Solar shingles will also add value to your home.