By Joe August 5 2023       Planning a funeral may not be high on your list of things to do, but it’s a responsibility many people face eventually. Whether you’re planning your own funeral or someone else’s, comparing funeral costs, making arrangements in advance, and understanding all the charges involved can keep overall […]
                    By Joe July 21,2023 The Average Cost of a Funeral with Viewing and Cremation Many people choose to be cremated because of their expectation that cremation is a less expensive alternative to a traditional burial. But cremation costs, like burial costs, are dependent on the final arrangements you make. According to the most recent data […]
                    By Joe July 17,2023   Planning a funeral may not be high on your list of things to do, but it’s a responsibility many people face eventually. Whether you’re planning your own funeral or someone else’s, comparing funeral costs, making arrangements in advance, and understanding all the charges involved can keep overall expenses down. Here’s […]
                    By Joe June 27,2023 There are many different components and fees included in the cost of a funeral.  The total cost depends greatly on the location of the services, the type of funeral service selected and personal preferences. In 2020, the average cost of a traditional burial with a viewing and funeral service is $7,516. […]
                    By Joe June 23,2023   Coping with the death of a loved one can be especially overwhelming if the death happens abroad. Before a funeral or memorial service can be arranged, the bereaved family must first determine how to ship their loved one’s remains home. This repatriation process can be complicated (and expensive) depending on […]
                    By Joe June 7,2023   It is very hard for everyone when a loved one passes away. In addition to mourning the loss of someone you cherish, you also need to start planning the funeral. A pain point that many people experience is the shock of how expensive the burial casket can be — and […]
                    By Joe June 6,2023   It’s common for family members, close friends, or the funeral home to place an obituary, or formal written announcement and published notice of a person’s death, in the local newspaper. If you’re looking to hunt down or want to find an old obituary but don’t want to pay a fee, […]
                    By Joe June 2,2023   While any funeral is a reverent affair, military funeral protocols are typically more formal. All attendees are generally expected to maintain their bearing and not cause a commotion. This is particularly true for military members in uniform, though everyone is expected to show respect to the deceased. Understanding this funeral […]
                    By Joe May 11,2023   Life in the wake of someone’s passing can be incredibly overwhelming thanks to the number of arrangements that have to be made and documents that have to be filed. If you’re settling someone’s estate or planning their funeral, you’ll likely need a few copies of their official death certificate. While […]
                    By Joe May 1,2023 How long after a death is the funeral? Planning for a funeral can be overwhelming for family members, especially if it’s unexpected. There are both personal and external factors that can affect how long after someone dies to plan the funeral. Timing is important for a multitude of reasons. It may […]
                    
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                












