LAKELAND, Fla. (WFLA) — Experts said growth could be playing a role in Lakeland having the most foreclosure activity in 2024 compared to other metropolitan areas of its size.
“It’s not surprising to be honest with you. Lakeland’s the jewel of Polk County. Everyone wants to be in Lakeland and the state of Florida,” said Bob Miller, real estate broker at MillShire Realty.
Miller said Florida’s homeowners insurance crisis is another reason why some people are no longer able to afford their mortgage…