It’s hard to think of a Funeral Program in Bel Air as a business transaction, one that much be researched, much as one should the purchase of a car or a home, but as one of a budget’s major expenditures, it should be. Much goes into the costs of a funeral, from the big items down to the smaller details, so when you’re considering the budget you want to allow for your funeral, doing the research on certain items can be prudent.
CASKETS
The average cost of caskets tends to run around $2,000, and yes, to some that might seem a bit expensive. Some people may never give it a second thought, figuring their life insurance will cover it. That decision is up to you. Why the high cost? Well some caskets claim they’re more comfortable with innerspring mattresses and adjustable head-rests. Is this something you or your loved one needs? The main reason most caskets cost more than others is for the grand display of a day or two when the casket is on display at the funeral home. If you want the casket to reflect your status in the community, you may want one made of a more grand material. If you want to save money to be used for other purposes, you may not care what it is made of. Mahogany or bronze caskets may cost as much as $10,000, while a simple pine casket could cost as little as $500. The decision is yours.
CREMATION OPTIONS
On average, a cremation cost runs $3,200, about 50% less than the average cost of a traditional funeral. Compare also the cost of an urn, which can be as low as $20 and bought both online and in a number of retail stores to that of the aforementioned caskets, and you’ll understand why this type of funeral is quickly becoming the option of the future. In fact, according to the Cremation Association, 41% of all deaths in 2010 resulted in cremation, an increase from 34% in 2006. This rate is expected to be over 50% by 2025, according to experts.
A funeral program in Bel Air doesn’t have to cost your life savings. It can be a simple affair. For more information, contact Evans Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services.
