inheritance

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Second, if she outlives him, I assume his children might resent her, since that could tie up a sizable portion of their inheritance.

From MarketWatch

When it became clear mom was nearing the end of her life, I suggested she set up a spendthrift trust to protect his inheritance.

From MarketWatch

Instead, they can draw income from inheritances, or from loans taken out against assets such as stocks, real estate, and art.

From Barron's

“Even though my kids work as hard as I did, it’s sad that inheritance is their best shot at homeownership here,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal

I may receive an inheritance from my parents when they pass, but that may not be the case if my mother ultimately requires costly memory care.

From MarketWatch