This article, which looks at several metro-area counties, may help to explain why Colorado is one of several states leading the nation in foreclosures. Jefferson, Adams, Arapahoe, Denver, Boulder, and Broomfield show a 15.4% jump in foreclosures from second quarter numbers last year. In particular, Jefferson County foreclosures are up 32% from last year and Adams County has seen a 34.6% increase.
