We are reading daily about the increasing numbers of foreclosures hitting the market. Take a look at the Mt. Hood area sales since January 1, 2009 for Rhododendron, Government Camp, Welches and Brightwood. There have been 31 total sales and I uncover 2 foreclosure sales and 3 third party approvals or "shortsales". That's about 16% of sales for the Mt. Hood area so far this year. In comparing our area to others our foreclosures and shortsales are substantially lower.