Estate Planning Red Flag – You own one or more guns

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Abstract: When it comes to estate planning, not all assets are created equal. For those who own one or more guns, careful planning is required to avoid running afoul of complex federal and state laws. Without proper planning, there’s a risk that the government will confiscate the guns or that an estate’s executor, trustees or beneficiaries will inadvertently commit a felony. This brief article explores the complications of incorporating one’s gun collection in his or her estate plan.