In 2010, Johnnie Jackson became the victim of a mortgage scam when he took out a loan for home repairs. Now, his lawyers say he’s at the mercy of a financial institution if wants to keep his home.

His family has owned the home, located in St. Albans, Queens, since 1956, according to a statement from the Legal Aid Society, which represents Jackson.

Since he was a child, the home was the site of cookouts and family gatherings, Jackson told Insider. His cousins came over often, especially in the summertime.

He bought the home from his parents in 1994 and has lived in it with his brother since. As an adult, his daughter often comes over and stays with him overnight on visits from Indiana.

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