The head of the Homebuilders Association, Roberto Trápaga, warned Wednesday that funds that fuel the successful “Mi Casa Propia,” a government assistance program that provides mortgage assistance to working people with limited resources, are practically tapped out.
It’s no secret that Puerto Rico’s real estate sector has taken a beating in recent years due to the economic woes the island has been facing for the better part of the past decade. Property sales have stagnated and values have dropped in certain categories, affecting banks and brokers alike.
As part of its commitment to the real estate sector, Doral Mortgage announced Wednesday its partnership with San Juan Board of Realtors, which includes supporting the trade group’s continued education program, among other initiatives.