Anonymity is essential for someone hitting the lottery......my state actually urges people to take the provided orientation and counseling offered in order to prepare them for this major life change.
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One thing I’ve noticed about people standing in line waiting to but lottery tickets.....nobody is EVER smiling.......ever.
I believe that a large percentage of lottery winners blow through the money and are poor again within 5-10 years of getting the first check.
Similar story with NBA and NFL retirees. Which is well over 50%.
Some states require you to disclose your identity. I don’t know if you can remain behind a trust.