As the year draws to a close, distressed property leads are spiking across key markets nationwide. There are time-sensitive opportunities for investors to close deals before Q1. Our latest data reveals significant concentrations of motivated sellers in high-value counties such as Los Angeles and Broward.
We’ve analyzed the numbers, and the patterns are clear: certain counties are experiencing disproportionately high volumes of distressed seller activity right now.
Here are the hottest counties for distressed seller leads this December. We break down the data by county so you can deploy capital strategically and build momentum heading into 2026.
Our platform works with more than 2,000 investors. Here are the top locations where our investors are actively engaging in deals this December:
Many factors contribute to the need for a fast home sale. The Maricopa market has shown partial strength, but more than 48% of listings have reduced pricing, which means sellers are not receiving quick offers. In January, there were 7,613 eviction filings, followed by 7,579 in October. Overall, around 88,000 evictions have been filed this year.
Homeowners are also experiencing longer selling timelines, as the average DOM (Days on Market) has increased to 78. Pending home sales have declined as well, signaling a drop in buying activity.
Broward County is our second-highest location generating distressed leads, and there’s no surprise why. The recent hurricane, affordability crisis, and rising insurance premiums have forced many homeowners to consider an exit strategy. We have observed a rise in distressed seller activity in Broward during November and December. Investors in Florida should pay attention to this county to provide solutions and help more homeowners.
The trend in Cook County continues due to aging housing inventory, rising foreclosure activity, and the recent government shutdown. With winter in full swing, homeowners are more likely to accept cash offers. Investors who can effectively market to this segment in Cook County may find timely opportunities.
This year, South Florida was hit hard by natural disasters, rising insurance premiums, and high property taxes. Unaffordable insurance plans motivate homeowners to seek a cash sale rather than paying high premiums or worrying about potential repairs in the event of a storm or flood. A reduction in property taxes was finalized on November 25 after a long debate, during which homeowners expressed uncertainty about their tax obligations. While taxes will be lower for homeowners, landlords may see an increase, and many local systems—including rescue and fire-mitigation departments—will face budget cuts. Days on market have also increased, which is typical during the holiday season.
According to our data collected in November and December, Palm Beach County has a high concentration of homeowners seeking a guaranteed, fair sale.
Other top locations for distressed seller leads in Florida include Pinellas County, Miami-Dade, and Pasco County.
Harris County ranks fifth among the top locations for motivated seller leads. Nationwide, foreclosure activity has increased, with states like Florida, Texas, and California being hit particularly hard. Recent foreclosures are up in Harris County, which is also prone to floods. Rising insurance premiums add to the affordability challenges in the area.
According to a recent MarketWatch report, inventory in Los Angeles County has increased, with the current housing supply at 5.2 months. It’s taking longer to close deals, with the average days on market at 42, and the median sales price has decreased. Rising inventory and extended selling timelines are putting pressure on homeowners who might be selling distressed assets.
Our platform has also generated motivated seller leads in another important California location: Riverside, CA.
Wayne County rounds out our December list. The area has a high stock of older construction properties, which tend to suffer from maintenance problems as inflation rises. Over the past year, there have been more than 1,900 foreclosure filings. Wayne County covers more than 616,000 residential properties, with 1.1% seriously underwater in the final quarter of 2025. This explains the high number of leads in Wayne County for investors marketing in this region.
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