Inheritance

Inheritance refers to the practice of passing on belongings of an individual upon his/her death.

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Conservation of power over belongings or property upon death.
Inheritance can help to increase and/or maintain interest in personal property. Inheritance may elude the realization of ultimate loss of personal property upon death.
Ability to choose benefits and designate benefactors before death.
Inheritance can help to maintain individual’s power over personal property until death. Inheritance may influence others' behavior merely due to their interest in potential benefits.

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