A lot of folks discuss major purchases with family and friends. People like to compare notes on what kind of car to buy or whether a certain tractor works best. The exception might be choosing a funeral and burial. Some people may be reluctant to acknowledge their mortality. Family members sometimes refuse to address what seems like a morbid topic.
Consumer advocates encourage the exact opposite approach.
They say funeral and burial planning is essential to managing a large and unavoidable expense. In some markets, the total cost can be much more. Those grieving the loss of a loved one may not be emotionally equipped to watch their pennies at the funeral home. Planning ahead helps keep costs down and ensures that the deceased receive the treatment they would have wanted. People may wonder what planning involves.