Market Update: The September 2026 Texas Foreclosure Update

Market Update: The September 2026 Texas Foreclosure Update

Author: Scott Carson August 31, 2026 Duration: 8:50

What do the numbers really tell us about the Texas real estate market heading into fall? Welcome back to the latest edition of the Texas Foreclosure Update!

In this episode, real estate investor Scott Carson returns from his trip to Minnesota and Wisconsin to break down the complete September 2026 Texas foreclosure numbers. Total filings held steady across the state with just a slight 12-filing increase from August, bringing the total to 4,227 foreclosure filings across Texas for September's Super Tuesday auction. Behind those high-level numbers lie key regional shifts, county-by-county spikes, and emerging inventory trends that note investors, private lenders, and distressed property buyers need to know.

Whether you are looking to source pre-foreclosures, target non-performing mortgage paper, or uncover commercial real estate deals, Scott delivers the exact metrics and insights you need to find high-upside opportunities before the auction block.

Key Topics Covered:

  • Statewide Macro Breakdown: Analyzing 4,227 total foreclosure filings across Texas for September 2026, comparing month-over-month performance to August's 4,215 total.
  • Residential vs. Commercial Inventory: Unpacking 3,768 residential foreclosure filings alongside 447 commercial filings across the state.
  • Regional Commercial Trends: Examining commercial shifts—South Texas jumping by 36 filings to 81 total, while Central Texas dropped by 16 to 118, East Texas dipped to 104, North Texas fell by 19, and West Texas fell to 18.
  • County-by-County Deep Dive: Breaking down filing counts in major markets including Harris (672), Bexar (417), Dallas (337), Tarrant (264), Travis (123), Fort Bend (137), Hidalgo (170), El Paso (96), Williamson (74), and Collin (135).
  • Notable Spikes & Drops: Highlighting Hidalgo County’s major spike of 57 filings, Harris County’s 21-filing increase, and notable drops in Bell (-36) and Williamson (-34) counties.
  • Sourcing Distressed Paper: How to leverage tools like Roddy’s Foreclosure Listing Service (foreclosure.info) to track self-directed IRA lenders, locate bank-owned debt, and uncover pre-foreclosure opportunities.
  • Upcoming Virtual Masterclasses: Details on the live Wholesaling Notes 101 Masterclass scheduled for September 26, 2026, and the 2-Day Virtual Note Buying Workshop on September 19–20, 2026.

Understanding the numbers is the first step to finding profitable real estate and note deals in Texas! Take these insights, apply them to your deal sourcing, and stay ahead of the curve.

Got questions about evaluating Texas real estate or sourcing non-performing paper? Book a call directly with Scott at talkwithscottcarson.com or email him at scott@weclosenotes.com! To get $20 off your monthly foreclosure list, head over to foreclosure.info and use the promo code weclosenotes. For details on upcoming live training, visit wholesalingnotes.com and notebuyingfordummies.com! Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this update! 


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Scott Carson brings his deep experience as a seasoned investor directly to you in The Note Closers Show-The #1 Podcast for Note Investing. This isn't about general real estate chatter; it's a focused dive into the specific, often overlooked niche of note investing. Each episode is built on the practical premise of acquiring control of real estate assets at significant discounts, not through traditional property management, but by understanding and investing in the debt behind them. You'll hear Scott break down complex strategies into actionable steps, sharing the nuances of evaluating, purchasing, and profiting from mortgage notes. The discussions are geared toward investors and entrepreneurs who are serious about expanding their portfolio options beyond conventional methods. Tune in for candid conversations about market trends, due diligence, risk assessment, and the real-world stories of deals that worked and those that didn't. This podcast serves as a direct line to advanced tactics and foundational knowledge, all aimed at building your confidence in this unique segment of the investment world. If you're looking to move past theory and into the practical mechanics of building wealth through notes, Scott Carson provides the roadmap in every episode.
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