[aljurgela]

I guess the really important thing is to understand the tax consequences. A few years ago an heir could acquire the "stepped up basis" in the asset when you passed - meaning material tax avoidance for them. Not sure if this has changed, but it would be worthwhile to investigate.

If you paid 10k for a collection that was worth 100k. They would only pay taxes on their gain above $100k... a great deal to them.

I have started to introduce my wife to some key auction houses and may even negotiate terms with them in the case that I pass unexpectantly.

Really hope that my son ends up with a passion for this stuff, but if not, would love to make the right choices for them to go after things and experiences that make them tick.