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Olga Ronis

Olga Ronis is a contributor to RealtyTrac who writes about foreclosure activity, distressed properties and real estate investing. She has written for RealtyTrac since 2023, covering state pre-foreclosure reports, home buying guides and fix-and-flip and investing strategies.

Latest Articles

Rhode Island Pre-Foreclosures Up 22% from Last Year

Rhode Island pre-foreclosures rise year-over-year, warning of growing struggles as inflation and job insecurity hit homeowners hardest.

May 7, 2025
Massachusetts Pre-Foreclosures Jump 36.86% in Sept

MA pre-foreclosures jumped 36.86% in September 2024 as inflation and rising costs pressure low-income homeowners across the state.

May 5, 2025
New Mexico Pre-Foreclosures Drop 66%—But Trouble Still Looms

New Mexico’s 2024 pre-foreclosures fell sharply, but many owners still face hidden housing struggles due to inflation and unequal recovery.

Apr 30, 2025
West Virginia Pre-Foreclosures Up 11.54%: A Silent Crisis Grows

West Virginia faces a fragile housing crisis in 2024; small foreclosure rises hide deep struggles for low-income families amid economic pressure.

Apr 28, 2025
New York Pre-Foreclosures Up 7.82% Despite 37% YoY Drop

NY pre-foreclosures rose 7.8% in Sept., hinting at housing strain despite YTD declines, highlighting uneven recovery and deep-rooted affordability issues.

Apr 16, 2025
Colorado Pre-Foreclosures Drop 46%, But Who’s at Risk?

Colorado’s low pre-foreclosure rates hide ongoing financial strain among vulnerable homeowners amidst wider housing inequality, not signs of full recovery.

Apr 15, 2025
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Alabama Pre-Foreclosures Drop 15.9%—Crisis Still Looms

Alabama’s pre-foreclosures decline in 2024, but rising costs and high rates leave struggling homeowners on shaky ground amid an uncertain housing market.

Mar 12, 2025
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Tennessee Pre-Foreclosures Drop 13% but Struggles Persist

Tennessee’s pre-foreclosure rate steadies, but homeowners still face financial strain due to rising costs and economic challenges.

Mar 11, 2025
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Iowa Pre-Foreclosures Rise 13.5% in June—What’s Next?

Iowa’s pre-foreclosures rose 13.5% in June, though yearly trends show an overall decline. Rising costs and economic pressures keep homeowners at risk.

Mar 11, 2025
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Alaska Pre-Foreclosures Drop 63%—A Rare Market Bright Spot

Alaska’s pre-foreclosures fell 63% in a year, aided by financial relief and education programs, providing temporary stability amid housing challenges.

Mar 11, 2025