CHICAGO (AP) — A growing number of retirees are looking to pass along more to the next generation than money and possessions.

Life histories, ethical wills and video recordings are just some of the ways people are leaving their personal legacies for loved ones. Their use is becoming more common and small businesses are emerging to meet the demand.

This sharing of values, wisdom and accomplishments is being encouraged by some financial planners as a complement to traditional estate planning.

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