Treasure Coast families say solar panel promises left them trapped in costly 25-year loans

Treasure Coast families say solar panel promises left them trapped in costly 25-year loans

Two Port St. Lucie families say promises of lower electric bills never materialized after buying rooftop solar panels leaving them with monthly loan payments on top of their utility bills.The families turned to WPTV's "Lets Hear It" community event for help, prompting our investigation into the companies behind the sales pitches, the contracts they signed and what consumer advocates say is a growing problem across Florida.WATCH BELOW: Families s…