No One Knows Where the Deed Is
Families spend years hunting for paperwork while the property sits exposed and undefended.
Heirs Property Probate Court Readiness
Your Family's Land. Your Family's Legacy. Don't Leave It to Chance.
Heirs' property is the #1 cause of Black land loss in America and most families don't find out until it's too late. Get Probate Court Ready before a death in the family forces the issue.
- 444,172+
- Heirs' property parcels nationwide
- $41.3B
- In land value at risk
- Under 24%
- Of Black adults have a will
Created by Drs. Phillip & Janice Porter, Co-Founders of Generations Empowerment Enterprises, LLC
The Problem
If Your Family Owns Land Without a Will, You're at Risk — Even If You Don't Know It.
One Distant Cousin Can Force a Sale
Any single heir, no matter how small their share, can petition a court to force the sale of land your family has held for generations.
You Can't Get a Loan Without Clear Title
No mortgage, no home-improvement loan, no disaster relief, no USDA farm benefits — clouded title closes every door.
Every Year You Wait, It Gets Worse
If another heir passes before the estate is settled, their share splits again — and the number of people who must agree keeps growing.
USDA research points to heirs' property as a leading driver of involuntary land loss for Black families, with estimated losses running into the hundreds of billions of dollars in generational wealth over the course of the 20th century.
The Solution
The Heirs Property Probate Court Readiness Blueprint
A step-by-step path your family can actually follow. The 17-Section Probate Readiness Plan & Report walks you from self-assessment all the way to a complete, attorney-ready file — one section at a time, in plain language.
- 01
Get Organized
Sections 1–4
Self-Assessment, Legacy Letter, Family Leader & Team, and Family Tree — you learn exactly where your family stands today.
- 02
Document Everything
Sections 5–12
Family Directory, Title Report, Title Insurance, Deed, Mineral Rights, Timber, Land Survey, and Property Value — every record in one place.
- 03
Decide as a Family
Sections 13–16
Property Budget and the Three Family Votes — clear, documented agreement before anyone walks into a courtroom.
- 04
Meet Your Attorney Ready
Section 17
Additional Documents assembled into one complete report you hand to your probate attorney on day one.
The HEIRS Framework
Five moves every family must make when a landowner passes.
- HHave the death certificate
- EEstablish an estate inventory
- IIdentify every legal heir
- RRetrieve deeds and titles
- SSecure a probate attorney
Document Templates
Get Probate Ready — Starting Today
Instant digital downloads to guide your family through every step. Editable, printable, and built specifically for heirs' property situations.
Probate Court Readiness Checklist
FREEInstant Download
The master 17-section, 3-phase task tracker with 123 action items, so nothing falls through the cracks while your family gets organized.
Educational tool — not legal advice.
Heirs Property Self-Assessment Worksheet
$20.00Instant Download
A 27-question, 54-point scored assessment that shows you in one sitting exactly how exposed your family land really is.
Educational tool — not legal advice.
Legacy Letter Template
$10.00Instant Download
A guided worksheet for every generation to record memories, goals, and wishes for the land — the story behind the paperwork.
Educational tool — not legal advice.
Family Tree Worksheet Template
$20.00Instant Download
Legal heir identification with Heir Record Cards and a vital records tracker, so you can prove who has a share before a court asks.
Educational tool — not legal advice.
Heirs Property Plan & Report Template
$50.00Instant Download
The complete 41-page, 17-section fillable report your family assembles and brings to the probate attorney — ready, not scrambling.
Educational tool — not legal advice.
Get All 5 Templates — The Complete Probate Readiness Bundle
$100.00
All five templates in one purchase — nothing left to piece together.
All 5 templates together — the full document system your family needs from first conversation to courthouse.
Educational tool — not legal advice.
This website and its templates are for educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. State laws vary. Always consult a licensed probate attorney in your state. The information, tools, and templates on this website are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, tax, or investment advice. Results vary by family, property, and jurisdiction. Always consult a qualified financial, tax, or legal professional before making decisions about heirs' property, estate planning, or land transactions.
Education Videos
Watch the Full Heirs Property Plan Report Walkthrough
Three in-depth video sessions that walk you through every section of your Probate Readiness Report — one flat fee, lifetime access.
Plan Report Part 1
Sections 1–4
Introduction to the Probate Readiness Plan — Self-Assessment, Legacy Letter, Family Leader & Team, and Family Tree.
Plan Report Part 2
Sections 5–10
Family Members Directory, Title Report, Title Insurance, Property Deed, Mineral Rights, and Timber Report.
Plan Report Part 3
Sections 11–17
Land Survey, Property Value, Property Budget, the Three Family Votes, and Additional Documents.
Unlock All 3 Videos
One-time fee. Lifetime access for your whole family.
$75.00
Educational tool — not legal advice.
Heirs Property Coach on Retainer
You Shouldn't Have to Figure This Out Alone
Heirs' property is one of the most confusing and expensive challenges a family can inherit — unclear ownership, missing documents, scattered heirs, and looming deadlines. An Heirs Property Coach is your family's dedicated guide, translating the legal and procedural maze into clear next steps you can act on this week.
Why Families Choose a Coach
- Minimize costly mistakes that delay or derail probate
- Reduce family conflict with a neutral guide in the room
- Move faster with a clear plan and steady accountability
- Get expert answers as new questions come up
- Protect generational wealth for the next generation
The Data
Why This Matters More Than Ever
These aren't abstract numbers. They describe families like yours, one deed at a time.
444,172+
Heirs' property parcels nationwide
Worth an estimated $41.3 billion — land held by families with no clear legal owner of record.
~1 in 3
Acres of Black-owned land in the South
Roughly a third of it is heirs' property, which means it can be sold out from under the family that farms it.
Under 24%
Of Black adults have a will
Without one, state law decides who inherits — and it almost always splits ownership across more people.
Growing
The problem is expanding, not shrinking
As the population ages, each unsettled estate adds another generation of heirs who must all agree.
About Us
Meet the Team Behind Generations Empowerment Enterprises
Dr. Phillip Porter
Co-Founder
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Dr. Janice Porter
Co-Founder
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“Empowering families, experts, and institutions through education that lasts generations.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what families ask us most.
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Important Notice
Legal & Financial Disclaimer
The resources on this site are designed to educate and guide your family. They are not a substitute for professional legal or financial counsel.
Legal Disclaimer
This website and its templates are for educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. State laws vary. Always consult a licensed probate attorney in your state.
Financial Disclaimer
The information, tools, and templates on this website are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, tax, or investment advice. Results vary by family, property, and jurisdiction. Always consult a qualified financial, tax, or legal professional before making decisions about heirs' property, estate planning, or land transactions.