Saturday, June 7, 2014

What To Expect When Looking For Pre Planning Funeral

By Amy Chan


A growing number of people are trending towards making decisions regarding their own final arrangements. Doing this takes away a lot of the stress normally felt by the survivors, plus it makes it more likely the individual will get their desired farewell. Before taking on pre need funeral planning, there are some things of which to be aware.

Making preliminary plans does not necessarily mean one has to pay for everything in advance. The main point is to convey one's personal wishes regarding all aspects of this occasion including events and traditions to be observed. One may request all specifics from colors and flowers, to songs and readings and even locations and practices.

There are some risks associated with choosing to pay ahead. The main thing is that a company may cease to exist or change owners and a person's circumstances can be instantly altered. Read contracts carefully before signing to see how such instances would be handled.

There are safer ways to pay such as designating a life insurance policy or bank account exclusively for these matters. Any and all financial contracts are best reviewed with great care, making sure the instructions are clear and cover all circumstances. In any situation where money is exchanged, it is advisable to consult one's attorney before signing.

The main thing is to use these plans to make clear how one wishes their final arrangements to be handled. This also releases the bereaved from the burden of trying to make the right decisions regarding what the deceased would have wanted. Putting things into action is much simpler when one is basically given an instruction manual.

For best results, make sure one or more people are aware of what plans have been made and that they have access to the papers. These individuals can be members of one's family, a dear friend or an attorney. Wills and bank vaults are not advisable storage places as many of those are not read or opened until after the person is buried.




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