Funeral Insurance Frequently Asked Questions

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 […]


LGBTQ Funeral Planning

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 […]


Digital Legacy

Your Digital Assets: How to Protect Your Digital Assets

Many of us now rely heavily on technology to maintain our day-to-day affairs. Facebook, Pinterest, Ebay, PayPal, Etsy, online banking and email--these services are all part of our digital legacy. Even the most casual computer user has a surprising amount of electronic information stored on their computer and on the web. The trouble is, privacy laws and restrictions on terms of services for many of the most popular online services such as Google and Amazon prevent our loved ones from accessing our information once we are gone.


Retirement Plan vs Funeral Plan

August 2021 RETIREMENT VERSUS FUNERAL PLANNING Are you taking the right approach to funeral planning? For most of us, planning for retirement is an ongoing process. We start early in our careers, tweaking and refining as we go. As life events call for it, we modify the plan. Crucial to any retirement plan is a […]


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 […]


How Much Does a Funeral Cost?

Your guide to understanding and managing funeral costs. Find out the U.S. average funeral cost. Get instant cost estimates with our free funeral planner.


Resources for Making Funeral Arrangements

Whether a death has just occurred or you’re planning ahead, we’ll walk you through every decision with compassion and no pressure. Making funeral arrangements can feel overwhelming, especially after a death. There are many decisions to make, often quickly, and it can be hard to know where to begin. Our resources are here to help you take the process one step at a time, with clear information and practical guidance. Tackle the most urgent tasks first. After that, move through the details at a pace that works for you. From the first call to selecting funeral services and products, we’ll help you understand your options and make well-informed decisions with confidence. We also cover what happens after the funeral, including important follow-up tasks such as filing claims, handling paperwork, and managing a loved one’s affairs. If you are planning ahead, our After Me tools can help you organize your wishes


Funeral Insurance 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.


Celebration of LIfe

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. Let’s see just what life can be […]



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