This page provides resources for the Heirs Property Episode where we interviewed Dr. Sandra Thompson. We’ve gathered additional information on the topic for you.
The independent investigative paper, Pro Publica has a series of stories on the problem of Heirs Property. We’ve attached a few for your enjoyment:
They Family Bought Their Land one Generation After Slavery (Why Black Families in the South Lose Their Land)
How to Close Heirs Property Loopholes
U.S. Senate Greenlights Funding To Help Prevent Families from Losing Their Land
Legislation on Heirs Property
Many states are being encouraged to adopt a version of what is known as the Uniform Partition of Heirs Family Property Act. It provides some relief to families who find themselves at risk of losing their property. But, at this time, only 13 states have adopted the Act.
Videos on Heirs Property Issues
Losing Ground: How Property Law is Used to Appropriate Black Land
Center for Heirs Property Preservation
Hope you find the Resources for Heirs Property episode helpful.