Personal finance blog: Planning a funeral 

On this page you’ll find helpful articles on arranging and personalising a funeral, as well as our personal finance expert Ashley Shepherd’s insights into different ways to help pay for your own funeral such as prepaid funeral plans and over 50s life insurance. 

Ashley Shepherd
01st Oct 2021

Choosing a funeral plan for your parents

Are you helping your parent choose a prepaid funeral plan? Single of joint funeral plans are available. Find out mroe and get a quote today.

14th Jul 2021

Joint Funeral Plans a Cheaper Way to Prepay

Are you aware of your options when it comes to joint funeral plans? They may save you money.

19th Sep 2016

My partner has just died; how do I know if they had a funeral plan in place?

Our advice is to talk about end of life planning with your relatives and tell them what type of funeral you want

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08th Jul 2024

How much does a funeral cost in 2024?

Funeral costs have risen consistently over the years. Read our simple guide to funeral costs to understand your funeral options and the cost implications of each.

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01st Jul 2024

Can I pay for my funeral?

Find out how you can pay for your own funeral and how a prepaid funeral plan could save you money and ease the load on your loved ones.

lady in her 50s
20th Jun 2024

Funeral plans for the under 50s

Read our simple guide to funeral plans for the under 50s to understand exactly what your options are.

elderly lady with her daughter
30th May 2024

Monthly funeral plans

If you're on a budget, monthly funeral plans could be an option. They offer an affordable way to prepay for your funeral. Find out more.

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09th May 2024

European funeral plans for Spain, Portugal and Cyprus

Have you considered what would happen if you die in Spain? Cremation or repatriation to the UK? Protect your loved ones with a prepaid funeral plan.

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30th Apr 2024

Guide to arranging a funeral

Arranging a funeral can be a daunting prospect. Find out how to put your funeral arrangements in place, saving your family the stress and financial burden when the time comes.

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10th Apr 2024

Guide to personalising a funeral

Have you thought about what you'd like at your funeral? Read our simple guide to help you plan the funeral you want for yourself.

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03rd Apr 2024

How to write a eulogy

Read our simple guide to help you write and read a eulogy that truly reflects the person who's died.

happy couple looking down
29th Mar 2024

Funeral hymns

Read our guide to funeral hymns to help you make the right choice.

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20th Mar 2024

Guide to funeral poems

Read our simple guide to funeral poems to help you find the right words to express your feelings.

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05th Mar 2024

Funeral music

Don't let your family stress over your funeral arrangements - choose your funeral songs and music today and let them know.

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28th Feb 2024

Types of funeral service

There are various types of funeral services and a growing trend for natural and humanist funerals. Read our simple guide to funeral services to help you choose.

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