People have been murdered for money, property, and other inheritance for as long as humanity has existed. In fact, some of the greatest tragedies in history, including everything from mass genocide to the Salem Witch Trials, happened for the sole purpose of stealing other people’s wealth, so it’s no wonder that Mr. Howell lost his mind after bequeathing his various investments to his fellow castaways. But did he really have anything to worry about? You’re listening to “Reel Stories, Real Problems” with Rachael and Roxanne!
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inheritance
https://www.irs.gov/help/ita/is-the-inheritance-i-received-taxable
https://www.investopedia.com/what-is-the-average-inheritance-8697757
https://budgetmodel.wharton.upenn.edu/issues/2021/7/16/inheritances-by-age-and-income-group
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