Can different shares still be fair?

You have probably thought about how you want to split your assets. You may have even thought about splitting them unevenly. Is that fair? According to an article by the NY Times, the answer is yes…it can be fair.

“But is there ever a time when inheritance should be uneven? And if so, can uneven still be fair?

The answer to both questions is yes. But how parents leave inheritances that are unequal but fair, or at least understandable, to their children and how those children deal with it can be challenging — and may require some difficult and open conversations.”

The article explains that varying ages and financial situations can come into play when regarding what may be ‘fair.’

To learn more, read the full article here.