When it comes to understanding average funeral costs, there is a lot to learn. In fact, it can actually be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created our Funeral Costs: Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve tackled some of the questions we hear most often and hope this page will help you understand more about what to expect […]
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Funeral Insurance Frequently Asked Questions
Our Funeral Insurance Frequently Asked Questions will give you quick answers to the questions we hear most often. If you have a question that doesn’t appear below, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We also encourage you to visit our Funeral Insurance page. This page offers a comprehensive discussion of options and tips on […]
Funeral Planning in the LGBTQ+ Community
By Guest Contributor Catherine Durkin Robinson Catherine Durkin Robinson is the owner of Anitya Doula Services. She completed the End-of-Life Doula Program at the University of Vermont and is a member of the National End of Life Doula Alliance (NEDA). Focus on LGBTQ Funeral Planning Death is known as the great equalizer, but equality isn’t always […]
Personalized Funeral Preplanning
The Wise Protection Plan from Funeralwise At Funeralwise, we recognize the importance of planning ahead. That’s true for all phases of life–whether you are starting to build your family, embarking on a career journey, or getting ready for retirement. Many people don’t realize that planning ahead for death is just as important as planning ahead […]
Funeral and Burial Insurance
Funerals are a significant expense for most of us, and they can arise unexpectedly. This places a financial burden on surviving loved ones during an already difficult time. Funeral insurance is a specialized type of life insurance designed to help cover the costs associated with end-of-life arrangements. Understanding how it works and its pros and cons can help you decide if it's the right choice for you. When considering funeral insurance, it’s essential to understand what type of insurance you are purchasing and what the coverage entails. In this article and our other funeral insurance pages, you will learn if you should buy funeral insurance, and if so, what type of policy and how much to buy. We will also inform you about the biggest mistakes people make when buying funeral insurance and how to avoid them. This guide will clarify the benefits and options available to you when it comes to funeral and burial insurance.
Funeral Planning Guide
Planning for end-of-life arrangements is a compassionate act that grants you and your loved one’s peace of mind. Our team of professionals has over 80 years of combined experience in the funeral planning industry. We share a common goal: to guide you through every step with empathy and expertise. Millions of people visit our website each year, and thousands have trusted the Wise Planning System for their funeral-planning needs. Whether you are pre-planning or arranging a funeral now, our free tools make the process simple and personalized. We have created a comprehensive library of up-to-date information to help you make responsible first steps toward designing a dignified farewell.
Four Funerals And No Wedding
By Guest Contributor Barry Slocombe The life of a funeral celebrant is rewarding. It can also be highly challenging. Earlier this year, Celebrant Barry Slocombe found out just how challenging. He decided to share his experience with us so that we could get a peek behind the curtain and see just what life is like […]
10 Tips For Having A Cheap Funeral
Lots of people look for ways to have a cheap funeral. It’s not that they don’t care about the funeral, they just can’t afford today’s funeral costs (see how much a funeral costs). Fortunately, with some pre-planning and a little creativity, you can have a nice end-of-life send-off without breaking the bank. In other words, […]
FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Reimbursement Program Update
Update: According to the FEMA website: “The COVID-19 incident period ended on May 11, 2023. FEMA will continue to provide funeral assistance until Sept. 30, 2025, to those who have lost loved ones due to this pandemic.“ If you need information about the FEMA reimbursement program, please get in touch with their office directly at […]
Sympathy Meals
Among the most thoughtful and popular ways to show sympathy and offer condolences when there is a death is to send the deceased’s loved ones a meal. These meals let the family know they are in your thoughts and it relieves them of the burden of shopping for and preparing food. Having good healthy food […]
