Updated June 2026 Losing someone you love is one of life’s most painful experiences. When finances are strained, the extra burden of funeral costs can feel crushing. In 2026, the median cost of a traditional funeral with burial runs around $8,300 to nearly $10,000 for funeral home services alone. Add cemetery fees, a headstone, and […]
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Decluttering Later in Life
Decluttering Later in Life: A Gift to Yourself and Others As we make our way through life, we accumulate more than just memories. Our homes are filled with objects, keepsakes, and remnants of the years gone by. But decluttering takes on a new meaning as we reach our later years. It’s no longer just about […]
Prepaid Funeral Plans: Is one right for you?
Is a prepaid funeral plan the right choice for you? Let’s explore the pros, cons, and alternatives. Have you considered how the funeral your loved ones choose for you would be different than one you plan for yourself? Remember, someone else will do it for you if you haven’t created your plan. Additionally, they’ll be […]
Must-Have Items for A Funeral Planning Checklist
Until you go through the funeral planning process, it’s hard to imagine how many decisions are required. To make matters worse, all these crucial decisions must be made during a time of loss and grief. When you preplan, your family avoids the stress of guessing what you would have wanted. A well-thought-out funeral planning checklist […]
Funeral Floral Arrangements: Symbolism and the Language of Flowers
In times of loss, words can be inadequate to express the depth of our emotions. That’s why we often turn to flowers to convey messages of solace, empathy, and remembrance. With that in mind, it is important to consider the symbolism associated with flowers when selecting funeral floral arrangements. The following is a brief overview […]
Funeral Director or Celebrant
Fall 2023 Funeral Celebrant or Funeral Director: Which do you need? As funeral celebrants have become more popular, many people are left wondering why they need a funeral director if they have a celebrant and vice versa. The answer is simple… it depends. Think about a traditional funeral where the funeral director handles details such as […]
Prepaid Cremation Plans
September 2022 PREPAID CREMATION PLANSPrepaid cremation plans allow you to pay for cremation before you need it. In addition to the actual cremation, you can pay in advance for other elements, such as a memorial service or celebration of life. Prepaid plans are available for the full range of cremation services–from simple direct cremation (no […]
Sharing Your End-of-Life Plans
May 2022 DO YOUR LOVED ONES KNOW WHAT YOU WANT?Creating a funeral plan can be rewarding since it lets you slow down and reflect on what’s important to you regarding end-of-life arrangements. Once your plan is in place, you know that your family won’t be burdened with trying to guess what you want when the […]
FAQ: About Funeral Costs
It’s not surprising that consumers have a lot of questions when it comes to funeral costs. To help you answer these questions, we’ve prepared the following Frequently Asked Questions. If you’d like more information on funeral costs or a page where your clients can get more information on costs, visit our Funeral Costs pages. How much […]
Cremation Urns: How to Choose a Cremation Urn
If you have just started your search for a cremation urn, then you may be surprised by the wide variety of options available. There are truly urns for every taste and budget, from simple wooden boxes to hand-polished marble. The wide variety of selections can be overwhelming, especially if you are deciding at a difficult […]
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