U.S. Foreclosure Activity Rises 13% Year-Over-Year in August 2026 — ATTOM Data Solutions, LLC

Event summary

40,277 U.S. properties had foreclosure filings in August 2026, up 1% from July 2026 and 13% from August 2025.
Foreclosure starts increased 7% year-over-year to 25,894 properties.
Completed foreclosures (REOs) surged 42% annually to 5,794 properties.
South Carolina, Nevada, and Florida posted the highest foreclosure rates.
Texas, California, and North Carolina led in completed foreclosures.

The big picture

The August 2026 data from ATTOM indicates a continued upward trend in foreclosure activity, with completed foreclosures seeing a notable annual increase. While overall volumes remain below pre-pandemic levels, the rise suggests ongoing financial challenges for some homeowners. The strategic anomaly lies in the regional disparities, with certain states and metro areas experiencing significantly higher foreclosure rates, which could signal localized economic stress points.

What we're watching

Regional Disparities: How the concentration of foreclosures in states like South Carolina, Nevada, and Florida will impact local housing markets and economic stability.
Market Resilience: Whether the broader housing market can maintain resilience despite the rise in foreclosure activity.
Policy Implications: The pace at which regulatory responses or policy changes may emerge to address the increasing foreclosure rates.