If you lived in a house your parents lived in, then you would not have had to buy it. But the house itself represented inherited wealth, and in some eyes, that was somehow tainted.
by Alexander McCall Smith
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The quote highlights the concept of inherited wealth through the metaphor of a house. It suggests that if someone resides in a home that their parents owned, they wouldn't have to purchase it themselves, indicating the ease that comes with inherited property. The idea implies a level of privilege that not everyone enjoys, where living in a family home provides financial relief from purchasing one’s own house.

Additionally, the quote touches on the perception of inherited wealth as potentially flawed or undesirable. The sentiment reflects the notion that some people view inherited riches with skepticism, believing that they might lack the merit of earned wealth. This perspective raises questions about the fairness and ethics of wealth inheritance in society, highlighting how it can shape one's identity and status differently depending on personal beliefs.

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