Prepaid funeral planning ensures a proper farewell

Death is something that we usually avoid talking about despite it being an inevitable part of life. It seems strange then that so few of us think about planning ahead for this event.

Those that have considered this stage of their lives may have done some research into prepaid funeral plans. If you haven’t looked into this option as of yet then there is still time to consider doing so.

Small payments

Funeral plans allow people to pay for their funeral in small chunks. You can choose from various pricing structures to pay back the amount you can afford to pay each month, and work towards paying off the full sum. This way your family won’t be left with the burden of paying off a large amount following your death.

One of the main reasons people take out a plan is to remove the potential stress and worry the cost of a funeral would cause their loved ones. By ensuring that your family does not have to find the funds to pay for the funeral, they will be secure in the knowledge that the payment has already been arranged. This will allow them the time they need to grieve properly for their loss.

Personalise your requirements

The other advantage to prepaid funeral plans is that you can plan the majority of the aspects of your funeral yourself. This means that you will know that the service you are going to get will reflect your personality.

Whether you want specific music, have a strong preference over a burial or cremation or have any other requests over what happens after you are gone, you will be able to make this known to the funeral director when taking out the plan.

Security at today’s prices

Finally, by taking out a prepaid funeral plan now, you can secure your funeral at today’s prices, even if you do not need to use it for many years. This form of funeral insurance means you are protected from inflating prices in the funeral industry. The cost of a funeral service is predicted to rise by almost £1,300 in the next five years alone, which means you can save a fairly substantial amount by doing this as soon as possible.

With The Co-operative Funeralcare you can be safe in the knowledge that your funeral is being dealt with by the country’s leading firm of funeral directors. Found all over the British Isles, they will ensure that your sendoff will help loved ones remember you in the best possible way.