It’s a tough time to be a homeowner on the brink.

Nationally, foreclosures in March were up 47 percent from a year ago. Kansas’ 447 foreclosures in March ranked 35th among the 50 states and the District of Columbia; the monthly total was up 5.67 percent from February.

The trend is reflected locally: So far in 2007, officials say, there have been 52 foreclosures in Douglas County – compared to 88 in 2006.

The Journal-World and 6News are asking for your help telling this story.

We’re looking for Douglas Countians who have experienced foreclosure – how it happened and what advice you would have for others in similar situations. We particularly want to hear from those who found themselves caught up in a subprime loan that became unmanageable.

If you would like to talk to us – or if you have other information that relates to this topic – contact special projects reporter Christine Metz at 832-6352 or cmetz@ljworld.com