LISC’s Approach
A PROVEN MODEL FOR OVERCOMING BARRIERS
LISC HAS DEVELOPED A SCALABLE MODEL to help families resolve heirs’ property issues, preserve their homes, and unlock generational wealth. Our multi-pronged framework centers on collaboration, community trust, and sustainability of the program model.
Heirs’ Property Program Core Components
This approach is adaptable, scalable, and rooted in community and cross-sector collaboration. LISC often serves as a pillar organization, coordinating the legal services, outreach, funding and policy alignment efforts, but other groups can serve this function, including community organizations or local government. The steps below are addressed to these trusted conveners.
LISC Heirs’ Property Programs
Designing a Local Heirs’ Property Program
1
Understand Local Context
- Hold Initial Discussions with Stakeholders
- Scan Relevant Policies and Laws
- Know Processes, Timeline, and Pain Points
2
Identify Priority Areas
- Map Property Vulnerability
- Collaborate with Public Officials on Title Status
- Define Geography and Eligibility Criteria
- Pilot Data Tools
3
Generate Referral Pathways
- Create Process Lanes
- Operationalize a System
- Partner with Others Also Serving Homeowners
- Secure Collaborative Opportunities
4
Develop Messaging & Outreach Strategies
- Share Materials, Prompts, and Templates
- Provide Assets, Guides, and Learning Tools
