WASHINGTON — There were 81% more foreclosure filings, bank repossessions and similar actions in 2008 compared with 2007, according to a report released today by RealtyTrac, an online seller of foreclosed properties.

There were 3.1 million actions taken on 2.3 million properties, according to the firm.

During 2008, 1.84% of all housing units received a foreclosure notice, compared with 1.03% in 2007.

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