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Foreclosure Activity Increased Annually in August
Foreclosure activity, including initial filings and completed processes, increased across the United States in August. This marks a continuation of trends observed in previous months. The report details specific percentage increases for both categories.
09/28/2026 · Florida edition
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Why it matters locally: An increase in foreclosure activity nationwide, particularly a 42 percent rise in completed foreclosures, could impact Florida's housing market, potentially affecting property values and the availability of homes for sale across the state.
IRVINE, Calif. (Sept. 17, 2026) – Foreclosure activity across the United States in August 2026 registered above levels from the previous year. A report released today by ATTOM, a property data and analytics provider, detailed these increases. Analysts at ATTOM found that foreclosure starts increased 7 percent compared to August 2025. During this same period, completed foreclosures, which ATTOM refers to as REOs (Real Estate Owned), rose 42 percent annually. ATTOM tracks and analyzes property data, artificial intelligence-powered intelligence, and real estate analytics solutions.Related Topics
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