Revolutionary Land-Title Program Helps Lift Peruvians Out of Poverty.
Tyler Bridges.
- Miami Herald, 2004.
- SIRS Enduring Issues 2005. Article 69, Global Issues, 1522-3221; .
Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2005. Originally Published: Revolutionary Land-Title Program Helps Lift Peruvians Out of Poverty, April 13, 2004; pp. n.p..
"That the lack of land titles could play a strong role in discouraging economic development may seem unthinkable in the United States, where stable land registries have existed since the 19th century land rushes. But the lack of clarity over land exists throughout Latin America and is a major contributor to poverty in the region. Without land titles, poor families cannot obtain mortgages to upgrade their homes, start small businesses or pay for their children's schooling--the primary means by which most Americans move up the economic ladder." (MIAMI HERALD) This article defines the term "dead capital" and explains how it can be turned into "working capital" by handing out land titles.
1522-3221;
Bank loans Economic development Land titles Poverty Right of property--Developing countries
Latin America--Politics and government Peru--Economic conditions Peru--Politics and government