Whether you are planning in advance or a death has happened or is imminent, buying funeral products can be difficult. Not only do you need to decide what products you need and what is a reasonable amount to budget, but you must determine the best way to buy the products you need. Your best strategy is to arm yourself with as much information as you can. Our Funeral Product Pages can give you the information you need. From caskets to urns to memorial items, our information can help you shop wisely. We'll also provide tips on budgeting, shopping around, and making informed decisions. Our goal is to guide you through these choices with respect and sensitivity.
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Resources for Making Funeral Arrangements
Making funeral arrangements can be overwhelming, especially during a difficult time. We’re here to help you navigate the process with compassion and care. We're here to guide you. From your first call to choosing funeral services and products, we'll walk you through every step. We can also help with the tasks after the funeral, like filing claims and taking care of the deceased's things Use this how-to guide to take it one step at a time. Our easy-to-use tools and resources can help you manage the many details involved and plan a meaningful tribute for your loved one.
Funeral and Burial Insurance
When considering funeral expense insurance, it's essential to understand the coverage. This guide aims to clarify the benefits and options available to you. The best funeral insurance offers financial support for end-of-life expenses. Help your loved ones find relief at a difficult time. It allows you to choose the coverage that best fits your needs and budget. Cover the costs of your burial and funeral by planning ahead. There's nothing better than knowing you've got your affairs in order. Secure peace of mind knowing your final wishes will be honored and your loved ones supported on your final journey.
Funeral Cost
As average funeral costs continue rising, it’s important to understand the elements contributing to the overall price. Our cost calculator will help you estimate your funeral cost and the tips in this section can help you save money. We’ll help you understand what a typical funeral or cremation might cost and explore ways to have a meaningful service while staying within budget.
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 […]
Focus on Funeral Insurance
May 2021 FUNERAL INSURANCE: PRENEED OR FINAL EXPENSE? What’s right for you? At Funeralwise, we’re all about planning. As we always say, the best time to plan a funeral is BEFORE you need it. Preplanning your funeral doesn’t have to cost you anything (see our Wise Planning System). Still, eventually, you’ll have to think about […]
Etiquette for Attending a Virtual Funeral
The etiquette for attending a virtual funeral or memorial service is not that much different from that for an in-person ceremony. The use of technology adds a few twists, but it is still a serious occasion where people gather together to support each other and begin the journey through grief. Of course, it never hurts […]
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 […]
Our Annual Planning Tips
February 2021 WHAT’S YOUR PLAN? We’re fond of saying that the best time to plan a funeral is before you need it. That’s because when you plan for your end-of-life needs, you are likely to save money and, at the same time, give your loved ones the peace of mind that comes with knowing exactly […]
