The Family Land, Part 1

671.617 - 698.925 Phoebe Judge

And the property title often remains in the original owner's name, making it hard for descendants to leverage it. It's hard to apply for a loan. And when there is a dispute, it's hard to hold on to it. The U.S. Department of Agriculture calls Ayers' property the leading cause of Black involuntary land loss. In the 20th century, Black farmers all over the country lost over 90% of their land.