MANILA, Dec. 23 -- Pag-IBIG Fund has extended its Acquired Assets Super Sale until Dec. 31, giving more time for interested buyers to purchase foreclosed properties at discounted rates.

In a statement on Tuesday, Pag-IBIG Fund said interest in acquired assets has remained high since the Super Sale opened on Aug. 25, with 44,861 bids received and 18,434 winning bids recorded to date.

A total of 5,074 properties are expected to be published for auction until the end of the year.

"The demand for our Acquired Assets Super Sale has been overwhelming and very encouraging, showing how dependable Pag-IBIG Fund has become in helping Filipino workers secure affordable homes," Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development Secretary Jose R...