There are a number of approaches that people and families take when it comes to funeral services upon a death, and a prepaid funeral plan is one of the most common and useful. Allowing you to customize your needs, goods and services and then lock in a price that will not go up even years later, prepaid funeral plans are beneficial for many individuals and families - but also may have some downsides to consider.

At McDougal Funeral Home, we're here to assist with any kind of funeral planning you or your family is taking part in, whether you're in Salt Lake City, Taylorsville or West Valley City. This two-part blog series will start by going over the basics and benefits of prepaid funeral plans, while part two will look at some possible downsides you have to keep in mind when considering a prepaid plan for yourself or anyone else in your family.New Paragraph

Prepaid Funeral Plan Basics and Inclusions

For those unfamiliar, prepaid funeral plans are a way to pay in advance for the services and goods associated with your or your loved one's funeral. This includes everything from the casket and burial plot to services like embalming and transportation of remains. Some other common aspects included in a prepaid plan include:

• Funeral director services
• Services staff fees
• Transportation of remains to the funeral home
• Visitation and viewing services
• Funeral service fees
• Casket or burial vault/urn selection
• Burial plot

Which major benefits come with prepaid funeral plans? Here are some examples.

Peace of Mind - For Everyone

The single largest benefit of prepaid funeral plans is the peace of mind they provide - particularly for those with families. Not only does it take away the financial burden that can come with arranging a funeral, but it can also make an emotionally trying time just a bit easier on everyone involved.

Lock in Prices

Prepaid funerals also offer you and your family the ability to lock in current prices. This is especially beneficial if you know that a funeral will be necessary eventually due to long-term health or other considerations, as the inflation of goods and services can go up over time.

Customization

Finally, prepaid funerals also allow you customize your plan however you’d like - including what goods and services you’d like to include. This will allow you to ensure that all of your needs are covered and nothing is amiss come the time of the funeral.

Now that you’re familiar with some basics of prepaid funeral plans, stay tuned for part two where we look at some potential downsides to consider before making a decision.

In the meantime, if you have any questions or would like to start planning a prepaid funeral in SLC, West Valley or Taylorsville, our team at McDougal Funeral Home is here to assist. Contact us today for more information.