The Stacking Benjamins Show When Your Funeral Budget Creaks...Our Halloween Special with Scott Mueller (SB1594)
Oct 30, 2024
In this special Halloween edition, Scott Mueller, a second-generation funeral director, shares essential insights on pre-planning funeral expenses. He emphasizes the emotional benefits of making arrangements ahead of time to ease future burden on loved ones. The conversation also uncovers common pitfalls and scams to avoid when choosing funeral services. To lighten the mood, there’s a sprinkle of hilarious Halloween trivia and iconic horror movie lines, making this discussion both informative and entertaining!
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Avoiding Funeral Home Scams
- Shop around and compare prices from different funeral homes, especially in areas with many retirees.
- Be wary of extremely low prices, as they often indicate compromises in service quality.
Corporate vs. Family-Owned
- The funeral industry, like other healthcare sectors, is experiencing increasing corporate ownership.
- Family-owned businesses may offer more personalized service due to accountability to the community.
Choosing a Casket
- All caskets serve the same fundamental purpose; focus on saying goodbye, not the casket's features.
- Choose a casket that reflects your loved one's personality and budget.