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How to sell guns when moving to a restricted stateMoving across state lines can turn an ordinary household task into a complex firearms transaction. A rifle that is lawful to possess in one state may be…
What to Do With a Gun Safe That Cannot Be Moved EasilyA gun safe can become surprisingly difficult to handle once it is loaded, anchored, or positioned in a basement, garage, attic, or narrow room. Its weight may…
Shipping Firearms Safely to a Licensed BuyerSelling an unwanted firearm by shipment requires more care than placing an item in a box and taking it to a carrier. Federal law, state requirements, carrier…
The Ethics of Selling Guns From a Deceased Veteran’s EstateSelling firearms from a deceased veteran’s estate involves more than identifying valuable property and finding a buyer. Guns may carry deep personal meaning,…
How to remove firearms from a vacation home you are sellingSelling a vacation home involves more than clearing out furniture, linens, and personal records. Firearms may be stored in closets, safes, garages, sheds,…
Where Buyback Firearms Go After SurrenderPolice-sponsored firearm buyback events give people a way to remove unwanted guns from their homes without arranging a private sale. In exchange for a cash…
How to legally dispose of inoperable or rusted firearmsAn old firearm can become a legal and safety concern long before it becomes completely unusable. Rust, broken parts, missing components, corrosion inside the…
Inherited Firearms From Another State: A Safe Legal ProcessReceiving firearms from an out-of-state relative can create emotional, practical, and legal responsibilities at the same time. The collection may include…
How to sell a gun inherited from a family member with dementiaSelling a firearm that belonged to a relative with dementia requires more care than an ordinary private sale. The central issues are authority, safety,…
Handling Loose Gun Parts And Unfinished Receivers SafelyWhen a firearm is no longer wanted, the frame, receiver, parts kit, or accessories may create nearly as many questions as a complete gun. People clearing an…