The poorer half of Germany’s population inherits little to no wealth. A proposal by a Berlin think tank would give a lump sum to young people for education, homeownership or starting a business.
French economist and professor Thomas Piketty’s new book, “Capital and Ideology,” suggests all French citizens get a six-figure “inheritance for all” from the government, according to Bloomberg.
Check out this article! Germany is considering a universal inheritance where everyone gets €20,000 when they reach 18.
https://www.dw.com/en/universal-inheritance-would-20k-at-18-help-to-reset-inequality/a-60375347
It’s a good proposal, but maybe raise the age of inheritance to prevent people from wasting all their money on alcohol.
Here’s an economist who thinks that all French citizens should get a six figure inheritance once they reach 25
https://www.cnbc.com/2019/09/13/economist-piketty-french-citizens-should-get-6-figures-in-cash-at-25.html