Firearm Insights for Estate Profess

Missouri families often ask: who gets the guns if a husband passes without a will? This guide explains how probate law applies to firearms and what steps heirs and estate professionals should take to stay safe and legal.

In Missouri, proper firearm documentation is more than a formality — it protects estates, prevents disputes, and speeds up legal transfers. Learn why certified appraisals, complete records, and compliance with state and federal laws matter when selling or inheriting guns in Saint Louis.

When firearms appear in an estate, safety and value are top concerns. MDRF Enterprises delivers certified, USPAP-compliant firearm appraisals that stand up in court, satisfy insurance requirements, and protect estates from disputes. Our process is built on accuracy, legal awareness, and professional documentation.

Estate professionals can’t afford to ignore the risk of stolen firearms. Learn how MDRF Enterprises checks every estate gun against the FBI’s NCIC stolen database—before you’re the one answering questions.

Found guns during a cleanout? This step-by-step checklist explains how to handle, document, and legally transfer firearms in Missouri—safely and without guesswork.

Found firearms during an estate cleanout? You need more than a moving truck. This checklist walks you through each step: securing guns, documenting inventory, determining fair market value, and choosing a legal transfer method. Avoid costly mistakes—follow the process and call an experienced dealer when in doubt.

If you're handling a Missouri estate that includes firearms, one key decision can shape your entire process: should you sell through an auction house or work with a licensed FFL dealer? Here's how to decide, based on speed, value, and legal protection.

Firearms aren't like other estate assets. If you’re a fiduciary, house flipper, or liquidator and you find a gun while cleaning out a property, your next steps matter. Here's how MDRF Enterprises helps keep you legal, compliant, and protected.

Settling an estate that includes firearms? Whether you’re a family member, attorney, or fiduciary, getting those guns appraised correctly matters—for probate, tax filings, and fair distribution. Here’s how estate gun appraisals work in St. Louis and what to expect.

Selling multiple firearms from an estate might feel simple—but if you’re not careful, it could look like you’re running an unlicensed gun business. Here’s what heirs, executors, and fiduciaries need to know about ATF rules when handling large firearm collections.

Firearms often turn up unexpectedly during estate liquidations—and selling them isn’t as simple as moving furniture or tools. This post walks estate buyers and liquidators through the legal gray areas, ATF guidance, and compliant options available when handling guns found in a property.

If you discover a firearm after a loved one passes, you're not alone. Many families in Missouri find themselves unsure about legality, safety, and what to do next. Here’s what you need to know—and how MDRF can help.

Firearms can become part of an estate, a downsizing decision, or a family handoff. But when it comes to shipping those guns, especially across state lines, the rules aren't just tricky, they're federally regulated . If you’re an executor, heir, or just helping a loved one manage a collection, this post walks through what you can (and can’t) do when shipping a firearm without a Federal Firearms License (FFL). This guide is focused on private individuals  handling firearms in e

Whether you're a family member managing an estate, a professional fiduciary, or simply downsizing your personal firearm collection, there are times when you need more than just a local gun store. You need a reliable, discreet, and fully licensed appraisal and liquidation partner who understands the legal landscape of Missouri and beyond. Desktop for Appraisal Work At MDRF Enterprises , we get calls every week that start with: “I found a few guns while clearing out the house,

Executors in Missouri face unique challenges when estates include firearms. Learn how to secure, document, transfer, and sell guns legally with MDRF Enterprises, trusted by families and estate professionals across St. Louis.

When Ammunition Doesn’t Travel: Liquids, Lead & Legacy — What Bank Trust Officers Should Watch For

When firearms are discovered in a decedent’s estate, funeral directors in Missouri may find themselves navigating unfamiliar legal territory. This guide outlines best practices for identifying, referring, and documenting these situations—helping ensure compliance while supporting families during a difficult time.

Inheriting a gun isn’t the same as inheriting furniture or jewelry. Whether you want to keep, transfer, or sell inherited firearms, there are strict legal steps to follow. This guide helps families, fiduciaries, and estate buyers handle firearms safely, legally, and without unnecessary risk.

When someone passes away or liquidates an estate, the presence of a few old rifles or a box of handguns in the back of a closet isn’t uncommon. But here's the thing, firearms can’t be handled like furniture or jewelry. Unlike other personal property, selling or transferring a gun, even privately, comes with a unique legal framework that deserves careful attention. “When firearms are part of the estate, it’s not just personal property—it’s a legal responsibility. Whether you’r

Firearms in a trust bring unique legal risks for Missouri trust officers. Learn how MDRF Enterprises helps fiduciaries with secure removal, appraisal, and compliant transfers to protect institutions and beneficiaries.