Although not an official part of your Estate Plan, your wishes regarding your funeral arrangements deserve your thoughtful consideration. On a most basic level, your family should be aware of three things: 1) Who is in charge of your final disposition? 2) Do you prefer burial or cremation? 3) Where do you wish to be buried or interred? Some people choose to take it even further, creating specific plans for their funerals, documenting their preferences and even pre-paying funeral expenses. The Federal Trade Commission recommends the following: “Put your preferences in writing, give copies to family members and your attorney, and keep a copy in a handy place. Don’t designate your preferences in your will, because a will often is not found or read until after the funeral. And avoid putting the only copy of your preferences in a safe deposit box. That’s because your family may have to make arrangements on a weekend or holiday, before the box can be opened.” For more information on funeral arrangements, check out this article:
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0305-planning-your-own-funeral
Articles
Considering Your Funeral Arrangements
Book a Consult
The fastest way to determine a path forward in your estate planning is to schedule an appointment for a consult with StoneMyers Law. We'll take the time to listen to your desires to leave a legacy for your family and come up with the right plan to make that happen!
Estate Planning
There are many moving parts with Estate Planning, and our team will help you confidently navigate the process. We will expertly guide you through the process and show you every rock in the river along the way.
Probate of Estates
Probate is the legal process of distributing the assets and estate of a deceased person. This includes resolving all probate property issues like taxes, insurance, title, and paying creditors for any outstanding money owed by the deceased.
Business Consulting
Starting a business is a big step, and we are here to help make sure you are taking all of the steps needed during startup and formation to do it right. Let us help you achieve your business goals.