The two most important parts of choosing a funeral company

Researching families looking for a funeral director tells us that the most important factors when making that choice are two fold. Care and Cost.

It makes perfect sense.

Everyone wants to make sure the person they've lost is being cared for with dignity and respect. You want a funeral director to treat that person as they would if it is their family member or friend. Most funeral directors will do just that, but sadly every now and then we hear stories about mistreatment and less than respectful conduct. Trust is a very important component in choosing the right company. Smaller, personalised businesses are often a popular choice for discerning customers.

It's no surprise that cost is also an important consideration. Funeral and Memorial services can cost a lot of money. The amount of money is often not the concern. It's often the lack of transparency around the costs. There's also plenty of add-ons and upgrades customers feel obligated to purchase, as if that additional cost represents the additional love they have for someone. It doesn't, but when you're emotional you're more likely to make lousy decisions and many funeral businesses understand that.

Getting transparency on cost and having trust in the funeral business and funeral director you're choosing are critical components of making the best choice for you and your family.