Generations of families in South Carolina, like Winston Johnson, face the challenge of preserving ancestral land when property titles are not formally established. Johnson's family has owned a hundred-acre parcel called Halfmoon Island for over a century, but informal inheritance practices have created uncertainty about ownership as the family grew.
This lack of clear title makes the land vulnerable to loss through tax delinquency or legal claims forcing a sale. Johnson and his siblings grew up cherishing their summers on Halfmoon Island, traveling from New York City to enjoy its natural beauty.
Their desire to protect the property and ensure it could be passed down to future generations led them to seek a solution. Successfully establishing clear titles not only allows families to maintain their legacy and build wealth but also often facilitates the conservation of the land itself.
