generational wealth

  • Attorney Highlights Medicaid Estate Recovery Risks, Urges Early Planning to Protect Family Homes

    Attorney Stephanie Lindsey is raising awareness about the legal and financial risks associated with Medicaid estate recovery, cautioning families that failure to plan ahead could result in the loss of real property following long-term care placement. In a recent social media briefing, Lindsey emphasized that individuals with aging parents—particularly those who own homes outright—should take…

  • After The Fire: Black Families In Altadena Face Foreclosure And Displacement In Climate Crisis Fallout

    Six months after the Eaton Fire scorched the hills of Altadena, a largely overlooked crisis is quietly unraveling in this historically Black community northeast of Los Angeles. Dozens of residents, many of them Black, are now facing a new form of devastation: foreclosure, displacement, and the potential loss of generational wealth. According to an analysis…

  • Family Puts Up A Fierce Fight To Keep Generational Land After Court Allows Seizure By Railroad

    Blaine and Diane Smith are determined to protect their family’s 600-acre property in Sparta, Georgia, as Sandersville Railroad Co. moves forward with plans to seize portions of their land through eminent domain. Despite a recent superior court ruling favoring the railroad company, the Smiths remain steadfast, asserting that their fight is about preserving their family’s…

  • This Program Helps Formerly Incarcerated People Learn To Become Entrepreneurs

    Fourteen formerly incarcerated individuals are embarking on a transformative journey as small business owners, thanks to the collaborative efforts of ESO Ventures and Santa Clara County. In a groundbreaking initiative, ESO Ventures and Santa Clara County have joined forces to launch a 20-week-long incubator program designed to empower individuals with criminal records to develop and…