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As long as wealth has existed, there have been wealthy families and children – and their offspring, ad infinitum. 

Yet for thousands of years, literally tracing back to ancient times, another truth has been known: An heir may inherit substantial wealth, but just as easily squander it. 

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Source Fool.com