US Mortgage Delinquency Rate Rises to 3.66% in September, ICE Reports

By Public Technologies
  • U.S. mortgage delinquencies rose 12 basis points to 3.66% in September 2026, broadly matching seasonal norms.
  • Foreclosure pre-sale inventory increased 35.53% year over year to 303,000 properties, reaching its highest level since early 2019.
  • Loans originated in 2022 or later accounted for 43% of foreclosure starts and 49% of completed sales.
  • Serious delinquencies rose 21% year over year but remained 5% below their February peak.
  • Mortgage prepayment speeds fell to a 19-month low of 0.59%, as elevated mortgage rates continued to suppress activity.


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