You might be wondering this based on national headlines that mention foreclosures are surging and on the rise across the U.S. These headlines are startling, but here in Dane County the numbers paint a slightly different picture. 

According to our latest Dane County foreclosure report, Madison area foreclosure filings are up 9 percent through the first six months of the year, but remain low compared to most other years this century — see the chart below. 

This is just another example that all real estate is local, and it's always beneficial to have a trusted, local resource for your real estate news and views. We're always happy to be a resource for you whenever you have questions about the Madison area real estate market. Reach out anytime with your questions.