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Real Estate News for Texas Homeowners

Current data on foreclosures, debt, and housing market conditions in Texas and DFW — explained for homeowners making decisions about selling.

ForeclosureJune 27, 2026

Texas Leads Nation in Foreclosure Starts in May 2026 — Dallas and Houston Drive the Numbers

Texas recorded 3,590 foreclosure starts in May — more than any other state. Dallas posted 88 REOs, Houston 122. ATTOM data shows national filings up 14% year over year.

Market DataJune 27, 2026

Texas Ranks 10th Most Debt-Burdened State — Credit Card Delinquency at 14.2%

Texas homeowners carry $1.44 in debt for every $1 earned. The state's 14.2% credit card delinquency rate is the third-highest in the nation, according to ConsumerAffairs.

Market DataJune 27, 2026

1.2 Million Homeowners Underwater Nationally — Austin Hits 9.2%, Trapping Sellers

Negative equity hit 1.2 million U.S. mortgages in Q1 2026, nearly double last year's rate. Austin sits at 9.2% underwater — more than 4× the national average — removing both exit paths for distressed sellers.