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Arranging your own funeral is one of the most honourable things you can do for your loved ones. While it's a morbid subject, it can be comforting to know that your family's finances will be secure when you pass. There are several ways to cover your funeral costs, each with their own pros and cons. Pre-Paid Funeral Plans Pre-paid funeral plans are often taken out through funeral directors. When pre-paying for your own funeral, specific services and suppliers can be agreed upon in advance.

A funeral is a nice way of remembering the life lived by a loved one – the reason why most people call it the 'last respect'. But even so, funerals can be quite expensive. According to an estimate by the National Funeral Directors Association, a traditional funeral can amount to $6,600; this is without cemetery services such as grave-site, which can cost an additional $3,000. Therefore, you should consider ways in which you can lower your funeral expenses, and still prepare a ceremony that befits the deceased.

When someone you love dies, it can be daunting to pass their body over to someone else.  You may feel that you want to carry out those final tasks and make all the necessary arrangements for your loved-one by yourself.  But what's involved in a home funeral, and can you realistically expect to do everything single-handed?  Read on to find out more. Legalities and expert advice Your legal obligations only extend as far as registering the death with your local authority, organising for the body to be disposed of legally, and arranging for the deceased's estate to pass through probate.

If you're nearing the end of your life, or even if you feel like you may have many more years left, it makes sense to ensure that your funeral arrangements are made ahead of time. This might not sound like an attractive task, but pre-planning your funeral is ultimately advantageous for everyone. Reduces the Cost People often underestimate the cost of a funeral and fail to work it into their will.