Posts Tagged ‘funeral plan’

Funeral Planning Warnings

Friday, August 17th, 2012

Funeral Planning WarningsAs is the case with any major life purchase, funeral planning comes with its own red flags and warnings. Although the death care industry is regulated at both the federal and the state levels, there will always be dishonest practices by a select few organizations that care more about making money than providing you with the comfort and services you need.

If you or a loved one is preparing to plan a funeral, here are a few issues to keep in mind before you sign a contract or open your wallet.

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Who Has the Legal Right to Make Funeral Decisions?

Monday, July 2nd, 2012

Who Has the Legal Right to Make Funeral Decisions?If a loved one dies and there is contention within the family, it can be difficult for everyone to agree on the right decisions to make regarding funeral planning and other burial decisions. While many families are able to work this sort of situation out for themselves, some struggle with finding a way to stay true to the wishes of the deceased and adhering to their own individual views on death.

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Things to Consider Before Buying Prepaid Funeral Insurance

Tuesday, May 29th, 2012

Things to Consider Before Buying Prepaid Funeral InsuranceIf you’ve been debating whether you want to purchase funeral insurance, burial insurance, a pre-paid funeral plan, or another advance preparation package, it’s a good idea to weigh the pros and cons of each one. Factors like your age, your financial situation, and even your wishes will play a role in which plan is right for you.

iMortuary’s team includes funeral professionals to help you outline your wishes and understand prices and your financial options.  Simply complete our brief online form to begin this no-obligation conversation.  After you talk with us, we assist you with finalizing pre-payments or filing your arrangements with a funeral home.

For many people—especially those who are taking early steps to make financial arrangements for a funeral or other service—funeral insurance or “final expense” insurance is a popular option. Instead of selecting precise funeral services or making all the arrangements, you simply have a sum set aside for disbursement at the time of death. Sometimes, the funds are tied in to a specific funeral home; other times, you name a beneficiary who will take over the funeral plans once you pass. In either case, you get to determine how you want the insurance plan to work when you first sign up for it.

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