Legal & Probate Resources

MDRF Enterprises is now an AGI Certified Firearms Appraiser, providing USPAP-compliant valuations for Saint Louis estates. Whether you’re an attorney filing IRS Form 706 or an executor navigating probate, our certified reports offer the defensible, legal-grade documentation required by courts and insurers.

MDRF Enterprises is proud to announce our updated 2028 Federal Firearms License (FFL) credentials.

Inheriting firearms comes with more responsibility than most estate items. Learn how to safely and legally sell a gun collection in Saint Louis. This guide explains the process, safety steps, and legal requirements so families and professionals stay compliant.

Firearms in an estate can create challenges for executors and families. This guide explains how to sell, appraise, and legally transfer inherited guns in Missouri, including finding a trustworthy buyer, understanding appraisals, and ensuring compliance with state and federal firearm laws.

Firearms are unlike any other personal property in probate. Attorneys who overlook compliance can expose themselves and their clients to serious risk. Here are five pitfalls to avoid.

Marijuana laws in Missouri have changed, but federal firearms rules have not. Estate professionals can face hidden liability if they transfer a gun to an heir who uses marijuana—even if that heir has a state-issued card. Here’s what you need to know to keep families safe and avoid compliance mistakes.

When settling an estate, firearms cannot be treated like ordinary household goods. Missouri law requires court approval for significant personal property, and federally regulated firearms can disrupt sales, mortgages, or asset transfers if overlooked.

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.

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.

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.

Every week, we hear the same thing from private sellers: “I paid $1,200 for this, and it’s still in perfect condition. I saw it listed on GunBroker for $2,000. Why are you offering less?” We understand. Firearms aren’t just objects; they’re investments, heirlooms, and sometimes even symbols of trust. However, when it comes time to actually selling a gun , many sellers confuse what it cost with what it’s worth in today’s market. This post breaks down the difference between F

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.

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