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. Here is a breakdown […]
The goal of funeral insurance is to provide funds to pay for funeral expenses. Most people who purchase funeral insurance do so to ensure that all the costs associated with their final arrangements are covered and to offer financial protection for family members in a time of grief and loss. Understanding Funeral Insurance Funeral insurance […]
Alternate Endings: Six New Ways to Die in America is an HBO feature documentary that provides an in-depth look at the different ways Americans deal with death. Perri Peltz and Matthew O’Neill produced and directed the documentary, which consists of six touching stories about various individuals and families coming to terms with end of life […]
Over the past decade, consumer interest in green burial options has increased significantly. Many families have started asking questions about sustainable alternatives to traditional funeral and cremation services, and the death care industry has responded with a variety of innovative eco-burial methods and natural funeral products.
The average cost of an adult funeral is over $7,000 – and the price tag doesn’t even include purchasing a cemetery grave plot. For most, funeral costs are often stressful financial burdens during incredibly difficult times, but there are a number of ways to save on expenses while still planning a respectful service for the […]
