Every time foreclosures rise, somebody says another housing crash is here. Let’s put the numbers in context. In the first six months of 2026, 227,548 U.S. properties had a foreclosure filing. That’s up 21% from the same period last year. It’s a real increase. Now compare the same six-month period: 2018: 362,275 properties 2010 crisis peak: 1,654,634 properties 2026: 227,548 properties We’re roughly 37% below 2018 and 86% below the 2010 peak. Rising foreclosures deserve attention. They do not, by themselves, prove a nationwide crash is here. And remember: a foreclosure filing could be a default notice, an auction notice, or a completed repossession. It does not mean every one of those homes is available to buy. For investors, the opportunity is in understanding the specific property—not chasing a scary headline. What stage is it in? What repairs does it need? What will the full deal cost? How will you finance it? Looking at a foreclosure for your next investment property? I can h...