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Originally Posted by Villageswimmer
I’m not sure. Wouldn’t it be a true gift to your heirs? My mom did this, and all we needed to do was make one phone call. It worked perfectly. This was up north.
Not sure why OP refers to company “A” and “‘B.” Why anonymity?
We attended a seminar held by Baldwin Brothers. They’ve been in business some forty years and, by all accounts, have an excellent reputation.
The only reason we didn’t go for it is that they were not able to answer the question “what if they go out of business before I die?” Yes, I know there’s a “trust fund” which would (likely) refund a portion of the amount we prepay to the estate. That part was somewhat gray, but, more importantly, where does that leave our heirs if this occurs?
We just were not able to get a definitive answer to this question. We all know that anyone can go out of business despite their success today.
I think I wanted to hear they were part of an association that would honor the contract should Baldwin Brothers cease to exist.
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Yeah, why secrets about the name? Anyway, you dont necessarily have to pay in advance. Have your wishes documented. Cremation desire 1 and 2. Its not really all about paying in advance for a cremation. Its more making your wishes known and making sure the money is left to pay for it. The main thing is where you want your ashes to go. I can definitely see buying your own crypt box at the cemetery of your choice in advance. (I did). Now all that family has to do is get the cremation done and everything else is in place...