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Many Americans are counting on inheritance to help fund retirement

A growing share of Americans are factoring future inheritances into their retirement plans, but that's a gamble that may not pay off.

Many Americans are counting on inheritance to help fund retirement

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A growing share of Americans are factoring future inheritances into their retirement plans, but that's a gamble that may not pay off.

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