End of Life Planning

Myths About Planning for End of Life

Planning for end-of-life is not about expecting the worst; it is about protecting the people you love and providing comfort when they need it most. When you face this topic gently now, you spare your family confusion and hard decisions later, turning a difficult subject into an act of love.​ This article explores common myths […]


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A New Year, A Wiser Plan: Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Plan for End of Life

January has a unique kind of energy. Fresh calendars, clean planners, and the feeling that you’ve been handed a blank page all invite you to think about what you want the coming year to look like. Many people use this time to get their finances in order, declutter their homes, or set health and career […]


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Saving Wisely With The After Me Planner and Organizer

How the Funeralwise After Me Planner Helps Cut Funeral Costs Without Sacrificing Meaning Planning for the end of life isn’t exactly a topic that lights up dinner conversations, but it’s one of the most thoughtful gifts you can give your loved ones. Funerals in the U.S. can easily run between $8,000 and $12,000 on average. […]


Funeralwise Unveils After Me Organizer

Wilmette, IL – June 25, 2025 – Funeralwise, a trusted leader in online funeral planning, has announced the launch of its innovative new product, the After Me Planner and Organizer. This comprehensive planning and organizing system enables individuals to store important documents. This ensures that their loved ones can easily access essential information during end-of-life […]


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How to Get Help Paying For a Funeral

The sudden loss of a loved one is an overwhelming experience. When finances are tight, the burden can feel even heavier. Funerals are expensive, often costing thousands of dollars. The sticker shock leaves many to wonder how to get help paying for a funeral. If you are in this situation, be aware that options are […]


Understanding Funeral Etiquette

Understanding Funeral Etiquette: What Not to Do

Losing a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences in life. When someone we know has experienced a loss, the last thing we want to do is cause them more pain. Unfortunately, knowing what to say and do can be a challenge. This is especially true when attending a service, since the family […]


CHOOSING THE BEST FUNERAL INSURANCE

SPRING 2024 CHOOSING THE BEST FUNERAL INSURANCE When considering insurance to cover end-of-life expenses, it’s natural to wonder what the best funeral insurance is. It’s a reasonable question. But is it the right question? Let’s put it this way: When you shop for a homeowner’s policy, do you just pick an amount or do you […]


Best Funeral Insurance

What’s the Best Funeral Insurance?

Search for the “best funeral insurance” plans, and you’ll get plenty of results. Most of these results will talk about policies offered by specific insurance companies. There are so many options; how do you choose? Well, you start by creating a funeral plan. Your funeral plan is the key to finding the best funeral insurance […]


Personalizing a Funeral

How To Personalize a Funeral or Memorial Service

Memorial services and funerals serve a number of purposes. They give us the chance to say goodbye and offer an opportunity for friends and family to gather together to start the journey through the grieving process. In the end, the key reason most of us go to the time and expense of holding a funeral […]


Funeralwise For Agents FAQ

If you’ve recently joined the Funeralwise for Agents Program or are considering joining, you may have a few questions about the program. We’ve gathered the questions we hear most often, along with the answers. If you have a question that isn’t covered below, just let us know by emailing agency@funeralwise.com.


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