Boomers Are Passing Down Fortunes – and Way, Way Too Much Stuff
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The article discusses how baby boomers are passing down their fortunes and possessions to younger generations, raising questions about the impact of inherited wealth and material goods.
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That explains the Gen Z aesthetic.