A trust is a good way to set aside money for your funeral costs. A Funeral Trust is created in connection with a contract for pre-arrangements with a funeral home or cemetery. That is when you are contracting in advance for funeral or burial services. Whereas a Payable on Death Account (POD) is one you […]
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Funeral Preplanning: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Start
Planning ahead can ease stress for your loved ones and give you peace of mind. Learn how funeral preplanning helps you organize your wishes, understand your options, and create a thoughtful plan for the future.
FTC Funeral Rule and Your Rights as a Consumer
Funeral Industry — Regulated by the States The funeral home industry is regulated on a state-by-state basis. Rules can vary widely by state and are subject to frequent changes making state regulations one of the greatest complexities of the funeral business. The vast majority of the jurisdictions require individuals to be licensed to provide funeral related services.
Guide to Readings and Poems for Funeral Ceremonies
Whether you’re planning in advance or looking for the proper tribute for a loved one, here you will find suggested readings for numerous occasions and in a variety of forms and styles. A memorial reading can be chosen because it was a favorite, triggers memories of the deceased, pays tribute or helps family and friends communicate emotions.
Why Should You Plan Ahead for a Funeral?
Funerals — Planning Ahead has Advantages Funeral Homes, cemeteries and other funeral service companies can help you arrange a funeral at any time -- even before there has been a death.
How to Make Funeral Arrangements: A Step-by-Step Guide
What To Do When Someone Dies Here you can learn what to do if a friend or loved one has just died or if death is expected sometime soon. The following guides will take you through the steps of arranging a funeral from making the first call when someone dies to the various arrangements to be made following the funeral.
Funerals 101: Everything You Need to Know
Guide to Funeral Products, Services, and Providers Here you'll find comprehensive, unbiased information about funerals. It's where you can learn what you need to know to make smart choices in planning funerals, purchasing funeral products, and supporting friends in grief.
Molly Gorny, MBA, Director – Digital Marketing
I bring a background in research, writing, and strategic communication to my work at Funeralwise, where I have helped create educational content about funeral planning and end-of-life decisions since 2010. With an English degree, an MBA, and years of experience in data analysis, marketing strategy, and consumer-focused writing, I specialize in turning complex information into […]
July 2025: Getting Organized
July 2025 AFTER ME ORGANIZER IS NOW AVAILABLE We are pleased to announce a welcome addition to our funeral-planning products: The After Me Organizer! After Me is designed to help you plan for a life of peace of mind. You can easily organize your documents and final wishes, ease the burden on your loved ones, […]
