April 1, 2026
Insights from Rick Sharga, CEO of CJ Patrick Company

Foreclosure activity rose roughly 15% in 2025 and continues climbing toward pre-COVID levels. Seriously delinquent mortgages have hit a three-year high, with FHA loans driving nearly half of those delinquencies.
What does this mean for you?
Expect foreclosure starts to approach 2019 levels as 2026 progresses, with an uptick in short sales, foreclosure sales, and REO inventory, particularly in Southern states with a high concentration of FHA loans.