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What Is Preneed Insurance?

Insurance can be a complicated topic, full of technical jargon and legal language — perhaps you’ve found the same confusion with preneed insurance. If you’ve arrived at this post searching for information about preneed insurance in simple, straightforward terms, you’ve come to the right place. From the insurance definition to how to get started with your own funeral plans, we hope to clear up the process so you feel confident navigating your preneed journey.

Why It’s Normal to Feel Hesitant About Funeral Preplanning

If the idea of planning your funeral or a loved one’s makes you feel uneasy, you’re definitely not alone. That nervous feeling usually comes from a place of love and wanting to protect your family, even if the topic feels heavy.

It’s okay to feel unsure. Many people do. In the U.S., we don’t always know how to talk about death, and it’s easy to let fear or even superstition take over. Some think that talking about death will “jinx” things, while others may get overwhelmed before they even start.

Discussing Funeral Costs: How to Prepare Your Family for Your Passing

While no amount of planning will fully prepare your loved ones for all that comes after your passing, there are some ways you can help ease the pain and difficulty of that challenging time. Among them, having a conversation with your family about your funeral and the associated costs is important for many reasons, which we’ve outlined below. But first, let’s start with the basics.

How to Plan A Funeral

Planning a funeral is never easy — especially when you're navigating through the fog of grief. Whether you're honoring a loved one who has just passed or preparing for the future with intention, funeral planning is about more than logistics. It's about honoring a life, supporting family and friends and creating space for remembrance and healing. 

This step-by-step guide walks you through each part of the process, helping you make thoughtful decisions with confidence and compassion. 

How to Create Meaningful Customer Experiences at Your Funeral Home

Grieving families walking through a funeral home’s door are carrying more than just grief. They’re carrying the weight of modern life. The stress, the urgency and the quiet hope that someone will see them and make things just a little easier along the complex path of grief. Discover how journey mapping can help you move beyond simply providing customer service to creating truly meaningful, guided experiences that families will remember for life.

What Is an Estate Plan, and Why Do You Need One?

Many people assume estate planning is only for the wealthy — those who own big homes or have large bank accounts — or people who are older. But here’s the truth: Everyone has an estate, which means everyone needs an estate plan.

Questions You Should Ask About Your Funeral Home Business Strategy

In a profession that’s rooted in supporting communities through a legacy of service, it’s worth noting the behind-the-scenes work funeral service leaders do to propel their businesses forward. They’re thinking strategically not just about what’s happening in the day-to-day, but also accelerating how they prepare for the future. Their approach is proactive, not reactive — and it’s paying off in significant ways in the form of increased engagement with the community, higher levels of satisfaction and more efficient operations that make it easier to pivot with the preferences of their clients. In turn, they can make the most of their investments into their much-needed community services.

Eco-Friendly Burial Options: A Guide to Green Funerals

As more families prioritize environmental values, eco-friendly burial options are gaining popularity in the funeral space. According to the 2017 National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) Consumer Awareness and Preferences Survey, 53.8% of respondents indicated an interest in exploring green funeral services. From green burials to biodegradable urns, modern funeral homes are offering solutions that honor loved ones while protecting the planet.

How Funeral Professionals Can Connect with Millennial and Gen Z Consumers

As a funeral professional, chances are you’re not thinking about how to reach younger generations — like Millennials and Generation Z — to create their funeral plans. But should you be?

Trends in Funeral Home Operations

Funeral service has long been rooted in tradition, but technology is transforming the way funeral homes operate and serve families. While some traditional methods can hold a place in funeral homes’ success, many are embracing innovative tools that streamline operations and enhance customer service.