Somebody in Maine just became a billionaire.
That $1.35 billion is the second-highest payout in Mega Millions history. It seems to be a year of record-breaking lottery payouts: Another lucky person took home a stunning $2.04 billion when theWhile the odds of winning are slim — 1 in 303 million for Mega Millions — some people wouldn't want to take any chances should they hit it big.have learned the hard way, money doesn't buy happiness.
That means safeguarding yourself and your windfall should be a top priority if you win the prize. Along with hiring a stellar financial and legal team, and donating to charity, the No. 1 suggestion among experts we talked to is staying anonymous. And though most states require the winner to come forward, there are still ways you can minimize your exposure to the public. We talked to several professionals — including lawyers and one of the world's top blackjack players — to get their best tips."The best thing a person can do is buy a ticket in one of the six states that don't require you to come forward," Marty King, partner with law firm Gorman & Williams in Maryland, told TODAY.
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