Grassley said he may propose more consumer protections as his investigation into the funeral and cemetery industries continues. In the meantime, he urged consumers to reconsider how they shop for funerals and cemeteries. Instead of waiting until grief strikes before buying a funeral, Grassley said, consumers should consider the expense in advance. Anticipate the cost as you would with a house, a car or a college education. Plan ahead, shop around, compare prices and get yourself the best deal.
Death is an unwelcome subject, but so is a big funeral bill.
Make it easy on yourself and your family. You may realize cost savings by calling several funeral homes. Be an informed consumer. It can only help to ask questions. Plan ahead, but be careful about the financial obligations you make.