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Housing Market 2024: 5 States With the Highest Foreclosure Rates

April 5, 2024

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Written by Gabrielle Olya

Edited by Ashleigh Ray

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Foreclosure rates are on the rise. As of February, there were nearly 33,000 properties in foreclosure, an 8% increase from the year prior, according to a new report from ATTOM.

“The annual uptick in U.S. foreclosure activity hints at shifting dynamics within the housing market,” Rob Barber, CEO at ATTOM, said on the site. “These trends could signify evolving financial landscapes for homeowners, prompting adjustments in market strategies and lending practices.”

The report found that foreclosure rates were up year-over-year in 22 states. Here’s a look at the states with the highest foreclosure rates.