repossession

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They are also “more likely to have their account assigned to repossession within two years.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

In Southern California, repossession of a car whose owner is behind on loan payments is not uncommon.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 6, 2026

Data obtained by the BBC's investigations team showed mortgage repossession orders in England and Wales reached 10,853 in 2024-5 - the highest number in five years.

From BBC • Nov. 19, 2025

The BBC asked every English council with housing responsibilities how many people presented as homeless as a result of a mortgage repossession.

From BBC • Nov. 18, 2025

Now he entered into the repossession of his own flesh; this was the moment of his reconciliation, and this the sacramental food of a physical atonement.

From Masterman and Son by Dawson, W. J. (William James)