Who was the Mega Millions winner? That’s the burning question on the minds of many one day after one very lucky person won the $1.3 billion lotto jackpot at a gas station outside Chicago, Illinois.
Speedway is located in Des Plaines where only 60,000 people reside. The station is located near O’Hare International Airport, and one rumor making the rounds is that the winner is an American Airlines flight attendant.
The fact that the gas station is so close to the airport could indicate that the winner is just about from anywhere. The tips of experts are helpful for anyone who wins the incredible jackpot.
The winner should take a picture with their winning ticket. That way, if the ticket is ever lost, they will have proof of having won.
You should keep the ticket in a safe or deposit box to make sure it stays secure.
Walt Blenner is a lottery expert and said that winning players should not present themselves until they have assembled a team, which includes a lawyer and accountant.
Other tips include making a list of financial goals, changing one’s phone number to avoid unwanted calls and to set up a P.O. Mailbox for mail. Box for mail.
Lotto winners from Illinois can request anonymity. We may never know who has just become a billionaire in an instant.