Should you pay for your funeral now?

2025-10-10

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Funeral costs are at an all-time high, so could paying for yours while you’re still alive be considered to avoid giving your family a financial shock when you’re gone? Whether you’re looking for a standard funeral plan, something more premium, or a cheaper direct cremation, paying for your service ahead of time can save you and your family a lot of money, but there are some factors to watch out for. In this episode, we’re joined by Which? Money journalist Holly Lanyon and Simon Cox, Director of Funeral...

Funeral costs are at an all-time high, so could paying for yours while you’re still alive be considered to avoid giving your family a financial shock when you’re gone?

Whether you’re looking for a standard funeral plan, something more premium, or a cheaper direct cremation, paying for your service ahead of time can save you and your family a lot of money, but there are some factors to watch out for.

In this episode, we’re joined by Which? Money journalist Holly Lanyon and Simon Cox, Director of Funeral Solution Expert to weigh up what you should consider before paying for your funeral.

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