Who to Call Upon Death
If you have been with someone who just passed away, you will have to contact certain persons to help you with the funeral planning. Read more
A Sustainable Coffin Option
Across the pond, funeral homes have started offering a greener alternative to coffins. If you want to leave a legacy of consciousness to the environment, you can look into getting a bamboo casket for yourself or your loved one. It is made of woven strips of bamboo that are not only biodegradable but come from trees that are sustainable. Read more
Embalming: Not for the Faint-Hearted
Embalming is one of the funeral services that, while may not be required by law, is highly recommended if the body is to stay with the family for a longer time. Read more
Free Ways to Solve Flowers Overload
When the last strains of the funeral songs have been played and the guests have all bade their farewells, the family is often left with the dilemma on what to do with all the floral arrangements they received. Most families go by the following alternatives: Read more
When the Dead Moves
In every funeral planning summary of price quote, you will likely find funeral transportation cost listed there. The final amount you need to pay will depend on the transportation services you avail of and the number of times you need to move the remains of your loved one. Read more
Five Common Violations Funeral Homes Face
As families undertake the tough task of funeral planning, their sadness over their loss can often make them susceptible to making rash and wrong decisions. For this reason, the Federal Trade Commission has obliged funeral homes to list prices of their services, among others, so whoever is making the arrangements will be able to compare prices and be able to make more informed decisions. Read more
How to Finance Your Planned Funeral
Despite knowing that death, more often than not, comes without warning, many families still have reservations about going into funeral planning. For one, they may find that the topic is too grim and sad to be brought out into the open. The idea of losing someone or you leaving your family may be hard to swallow, but on the upside, planning for your funeral in advance is the only way you can put down on paper the things that you want in your funeral. This will certainly cut down the decision making process and disagreements that your family will go through. If the hesitation has stemmed from the financial aspect of funeral planning, there are a few options to consider.
- Funeral Insurance Contract
This provider-specific contract will cover most items you need for the funeral like caskets and other burial services. While this will save your family the headaches of planning, they may have to spring for some items that are not covered. Also, there is always that risk that the funeral home you contracted with would, for one reason or the other, not be operating by the time you need their services.
- Designated Account
You can open a bank account to fund for your funeral.
- Other Options
Credit cards are often resorted to when families are strapped for cash.
Source: http://thefamilyplot.wordpress.com/2009/09/25/pre-pay-pros-and-cons/
Obituary Writing Do’s and Don’ts
Writing an obituary requires some tact and skill so most families are grateful that they are often included in some funeral services packages. If you wish to honor the memory of your loved one by writing it yourself, there are a few reminders to tackle the task better. Read more
3 Urgent Issues to Address Before Choosing a Cemetery
Part of your funeral planning task involves picking the right cemetery to bury your loved one. There is more to cemetery burial arrangements than merely choosing which location is the most accessible to you, although that factor is also important. Read more
