Do you have over £6,000 saved for funeral costs?

It’s a frank question but something that shouldn’t be taken lightly. It is a fact that average funeral costs have continued to rise over the past decade and show no sign of stopping. To put this into perspective since 2007 funeral costs have increased over 63% and if this continues as expected, by 2023 a funeral could set you back £6,107*. This is a significant amount to burden loved ones with if left to deal with at the time.

Planning ahead is important not just for you, but for your family and friends. You can protect against rising funeral costs and guarantee the cremation funeral services with a Dignity Prepaid Funeral Plan.

A Dignity Prepaid Funeral Plan fixes the cost of the services in the plan at today’s prices, no matter when it is needed. This alleviates potential financial strain experienced by loved ones when the time comes, giving them time and space to concentrate on their own personal tributes. There are flexible payment options meaning that you can pay in one lump sum or over twelve months at no extra cost, longer payments up to ten years are also available.

Have you thought about whether you would prefer to be cremated or buried? What kind of service would you like? Do you have a preference on music, flowers or readings? A Funeral Plan is a sensible way to make arrangements in advance so that you can put your mind at ease knowing your friends and family know exactly how you want your send off. A little thought now helps remove the responsibility put upon loved ones at an emotional time. A pertinent matter considering that 99% of people admit to not knowing their loved ones funeral wishes^.