About Shelby Elias

About Shelby Elias

Broker/Owner/CEO

Shelby Elias is a successful mortgage broker, real estate investor and entrepreneur. He began his career working for one of the largest lenders in California and, at just 23 years old, became one of the top 5 loan officers in the company. In 2007, Shelby founded United Wholesale Lending, which quickly grew to become one of the largest mortgage brokers in the country with 5 branches and over 100 employees. Additionally, Shelby is a successful property investor through his company California Realty Partners, which includes a 28-unit Airbnb portfolio. In 2022, Shelby partnered with fellow entrepreneurs Tarek El Moussa and Brian Decker to form SOAR Energy to help homeowners navigate the solar process through the guidance of trained finance professionals and find the best solar option to suit their needs, while helping to save money, explore reinvestment strategies, shield against future utility rate increases and protect the environment for future generations. Shelby is dedicated to improving the lives of everyone he or his companies touch and he’s actively involved in the community as well as the finance program at Sacramento State, where he’s constantly recruiting and developing future talent for the industry & region.

The Benefits of Solar

There’s never been a better time to take back control of your energy.

Own Your Power

Save Money

Shield Yourself From Blackouts

Protect Against Future Increases

Preserve the Planet

Increase Your Home's Value

Find out how much 
you can  save 
with SOLAR with  
$0 Down

Why SolarVision?

A Custom Experience

Just as no two fingerprints are alike, we believe that your solar solution should be a perfect match for your household's lifestyle and financial goals. We take the time to analyze your home plans, tax situation, and lifestyle to create a solar solution that truly fits your needs.

We Know Homeowners

Our team is comprised of seasoned professionals with decades of experience in real estate, finance, and solar energy. With this deep understanding of the industry, we're uniquely positioned to help you navigate the solar journey with confidence and ease.

#1 Reviewed Installer

Soar Energy powered by Better Earth is PEARL certified, a distinction earned by only 5% of solar companies who meet extremely strict requirements. With our well- capitalized status, you can be confident that your solar system is in the hands of true professionals that will be here for years to come.

Certified Value

As real estate veterans, we ensurethat your personalized solar solution will only ever bring value to your i home, whether you plan on selling - soon or staying for 20+ years. We offer an appraisal-ready verification of the value of your new solar system at absolutely zero additional cost.

Everything In-House

When we say we do everything in-house, we mean it. From the moment you're introduced to SOAR all the way through activation, everyone you work with and everyone working on your project is an in-house employee. No outsourced contractor work.

Over 60+ Years Experience

With our founders' 60+ years of combined real estate, mortgage, and solar experience, and thousands of owned properties, our management team knows homeownership inside and out. This knowledge empowers us to custom-tailor the ideal solar solution for you.

Why Solar Now?

6 reasons why NOW is the best time to go solar:

Reason 1

Zero Money Out of Pocket

Reason 2

30% Federal Tax Credit (take as cash or get 30% off of system cost)

Reason 3

Lock In Your Energy Costs Today. Beat Inflation!

Reason 4

The Future is Electric

Reason 5

Reinvest Your Savings and Take Control of Your Financial Future

Reason 6

Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions & Mitigate Climate Change

How the Solar Process Works

Start

Client Provides
Energy Bills
 
 
Custom
Proposal Review
Site Survey
 
 
Design
Approved
Permits
Approved
 
 
Solar System
Installed in 1 Day
System Inspected
by City
 
 
Solar System
Connected to Grid
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 A single solar panel offsets as much  carbon as 40 trees.

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 Climate change is real. Save the earth  for future generations.

Power Your Home and   Preserve the Planet

Don’t underestimate the
environmental benefits of
switching to solar.

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