Your Roof is a “Value Multiplier” for Property Valuation

When discussing increasing property value, most homeowners think of renovating the kitchen or repainting walls. However, in Malaysia, where energy costs are rising, the promise of “Zero Electricity Bills” or “Low Utility Costs” is often more attractive than a new set of cabinets.

Solar is no longer just an eco-feature; it is a tangible Financial Asset.

1. The Data Speaks: The “Green Premium”

According to long-term studies by Berkeley Lab and real estate giants like Zillow in the US: Homes with solar PV systems sell for an average of 4.1% more than comparable homes without them.

In Malaysia’s secondary market, this trend is emerging:

1. Stronger Competitiveness: Between two terrace houses in the same neighborhood, buyers will prioritize the one already equipped with solar that saves RM500 monthly.

2. Faster Liquidity: “Solar-Ready” means the buyer doesn’t have to go through the hassle of application and installation. This “Ready-to-Save” feature significantly reduces the time the property spends on the market.

2. Advice for Landlords: Boosting Rental Yield

If you are an investor renting out property, solar is a powerful tool to increase ROI. You have two strategies:

• Strategy A (All-Inclusive Rent): Raise the rent and advertise “Utilities Included.” Since solar offsets most costs, the extra rent you collect becomes direct Net Profit.

• Strategy B (Tenant Pays): Keep market rent but highlight “Ultra-Low Electricity Bills” as a selling point. This is highly attractive to cost-conscious tenants, effectively reducing vacancy rates and attracting long-term, high-quality tenants.

3. Why Choosing Homi Matters for Value Appreciation?

Not all solar systems add value. Poor installation or roof leaks can actually turn solar into a “Liability.”

For investors, Homi provides value through:

1. Transferable Warranty: Our warranty follows the system. When you sell the house, the 25-year performance warranty can be legally transferred to the new owner, serving as strong “Asset Proof.”

2. Aesthetic Design: We prioritize clean cabling and layout to ensure the system enhances, rather than ruins, the home’s Curb Appeal.

3. SEDA Compliance: Complete interconnection documents ensure buyers face no issues during Due Diligence.

Conclusion: Treat solar as a “Capital Expenditure (CAPEX)” rather than an expense. It not only provides free power while you hold the property but also delivers a significant premium return when you decide to execute your Exit Strategy.