None of us like to think about our own demise and it can be a difficult decision to start planning for your funeral now.  However, providing for its cost in advance allows you to live life to the full without the worry of what will happen in the future.

Many people believe that arranging a prepaid funeral plan is the best option in order to guarantee that your personal wishes will be met and the funeral expenses will be paid for. It will cover costs at today’s prices.

In 2020 the average cost of basic funeral is £4,184*. This is the average cost of organising a funeral directly with a funeral director. Average funeral costs have increased by 128% since 2004 - well above the level of inflation. You can protect yourself and your family against any future increases.

We understand that it can be difficult to start a conversation with a relative or friend about your specific funeral wishes and the option of writing things down in the hope that they will be found in time or by the right person, is sometimes a risk.  Arranging a prepaid funeral plan will lift the emotional barriers and allow you to specify what you want without any awkward questions or denial from your nearest and dearest to listen to you!

If you are worried about finding a sum of money up front to pay for the funeral plan do not worry, as regular payment options are also available. 

Later Life Matters Limited are able to discuss and arrange funeral plans on your behalf through our range of preferred providers.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like to discuss funeral plans with one of our Later Life Consultants.

*SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2021