BBC
I'd rather pay thousands on a holiday: Meet the pensioners spending the kids' inheritance
Monday, September 21, 2026
Retirees are spending savings during retirement rather than preserving assets for inheritance, according to reporting on spending patterns among pensioners. The practice involves using accumulated funds for travel, leisure activities, and lifestyle expenses while retired. Financial advisors have noted this shift in how some retirees allocate resources during their final decades.
Original reporting: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cje8y3w2zdpo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
