Debra Hurston

When we talk about generational wealth, we often focus on saving, investing, home or business ownership. Those are essential steps—but insurance belongs in that conversation too. Generational wealth is not only about what you earn or own. It is also about what you protect. For many families, creating financial security has meant pushing through systemic financial barriers. That makes protecting our progress even more important. A medical emergency, car accident, disability, house fire, or the...

What if the financial decisions you make today could change the future of your children, grandchildren, and generations you may never meet? Every family has a financial story. The question is: What story will future generations tell about yours? Generational wealth is not simply about accumulating money—it is about creating opportunities, building stability, and leaving a legacy that helps your family move further than you could alone. The journey does not require wealth to begin; it requires...

Side hustles, part-time jobs, and gig work are often seen as ways to “get by.” But at the Association for Black Economic Power (ABEP), we see them differently—they can be the foundation for building generational wealth.