Welcome 2025: Focus on Planning

January 2025

Welcome to our 2025 Focus on Planning issue!
As we welcome another new year, we’d like to take a moment to thank you for being a member of the Funeralwise community. Our mission is to support you in making thoughtful decisions that bring peace of mind and ensure your wishes are honored. Need help? Please don’t hesitate to let us know.
If you already have a funeral plan with us, we encourage you to log in to your account and take a fresh look at your choices. If you have not yet created a funeral plan, why not take a few minutes to start one now?
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IS A PREPAID FUNERAL PLAN RIGHT FOR YOU?
Over the years, prepaid funeral plans have become a popular choice for end-of-life planning. Probably the biggest reason is that a prepaid plan lets you make your own choices about how you want your life celebrated. Best of all, you’ll know that your loved ones won’t be burdened with figuring out what you would have wanted.
But is a prepaid plan the right choice for you? Take a look at our recent blog article, Is a prepaid funeral plan the right choice for you? Let’s explore the pros, cons, and alternatives. The article is packed with information to help you make an informed choice. And don’t forget, we’re here to help if you have any questions or need additional information.
SURPRISING ADVICE FOR PARENTS.

A recent article highlighted some unexpected advice from Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway: let your adult children read your will before you sign it. Want to learn more about why he thinks this is the way to go?
Read the article to learn more.

TALKING ABOUT YOUR FUNERAL PLANS.
Creating a funeral plan is one thing. Talking to your family about it is another. The hardest part is getting started. Our article, 7 Tips for Talking with Your Loved Ones About Your Funeral Plan, can help get you started.
Click here to learn all about it.
DON’T HAVE A FUNERAL PLAN YET?
Why not take a few minutes to get started today? TRY THE PLANNER
ALREADY HAVE A FUNERAL PLAN?
Take a few minutes to make sure it’s up to date. GO TO YOUR PLAN
Funeralwise.com is the place to go on the web for everything you need to know about funerals. Whether you are planning a funeral or attending one, we will provide straightforward answers to your questions and step-by-step instructions to guide you.