Why are funerals so expensive?
Broad question.... Many things affect the bill. First, your choices [...]
If we do not belong to a church, can we still have a religious service?
Yes, Your funeral director can obtain any religious service you [...]
What if I prearrange and pay for my funeral and my children want to change it when I die?
Arrangements can always be changed, you are never locked in.
What if I prepay my funeral and then move out of New Jersey?
In NJ you control your prepaid funeral money. The funds [...]
If we prepay our funeral is that price guaranteed?
Prices usually go up. But many times the interest earned [...]
If we prepay our funeral, what happens to our money if the funeral home goes out of business?
In N.J. your money is safe. N.J. does not allow [...]
If I want to make my funeral arrangements, do I have to prepay at the same time?
No. Many people just make their pre-arrangements, thus providing all [...]
Can we stop someone from attending a viewing?
Yes and No. If there is a public obituary indicating [...]
Does Social Security contribute money toward funeral expenses?
No. Social Security pays a one time payable death benefit [...]
If I am someone’s Power of Attorney or Executor, can I arrange for their cremation?
Yes and No in New Jersey. Yes, you can make [...]