Distressed properties and foreclosure numbers increased in Washington State for January 2011. The trend was in contrast with nationwide numbers for the month.
To avoid foreclosure and provide homeowners with options, two legislative bills were passed. The bills went through the Washington State Legislature committee.
Seattle home auctions slowed in February as the strong local economy contained any further difficulty in the housing sector. Only 342 homes were foreclosed in King County, marking a 33-percent drop from filings in February 2009.
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