The dream of owning a home is deeply rooted in the American culture, symbolizing financial success, stability, and a place to call one’s own. For many, owning a home represents a significant milestone, offering a sense of pride and accomplishment. However, turning that dream into reality requires careful planning, understanding of the housing market, and […]
Homeownership is supposed to be the gateway to the American dream. Black Americans have been denied access.
By Nigel Chiwaya and Janell Ross (Aug. 3, 2020) Ebony Jones thought she was one of the lucky ones. Jones, a Black woman in her 30s, inherited a home her grandfather, a World War II veteran, had bought nearly seven decades earlier with the help of his GI Bill benefits. But when Jones and her […]