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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Business
Niloy Chakrabarti

Former Wall Street Trader Bill Perkins Explains Why Passing On Wealth Early Is Better For Your Kids

Almost 50% of first-time home buyers in the 20s receive financial assistance of an average £25,000 to buy a home. (Credit: Andrea Piacquadio/Pexels.com)

In his book Die With Zero, former Wall Street trader Bill Perkins explains how he plans to spend his entire wealth before passing away without leaving anything to his two children as an inheritance.

He believes giving money to children earlier, when they need it, instead of passing on wealth until they are older, has a more meaningful impact. According to Perkins, most inheritances come too late for children since average lifespans are increasing with parents and children living longer.

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