Inform family and friends once you've made a decision, so your wishes can be carried out at the time of death. Prices vary between companies, so shop around and ask friends and relatives for advice.
Some funeral directors offer an exclusive service, while others have cheaper alternatives.
The Contract Have your legal adviser examine any contract before you sign. If it is not already included, ask for a cooling-off period of three business days from the day of signing. A business day is any day from Monday to Friday, except public holidays. Before you sign any pre-paid funeral contract with a funeral company, they must give you written details of where your money will be invested. Payment Pre-paying a funeral can be done in a lump sum, or by instalments over a set period.