Ways to Save on Cremation Urns

In these hard times, not all families are able to meet the cremation costs of their loved ones. Some are even constrained to just storing the ashes inside cardboard boxes instead of spending more for the urns. Indeed, this is a heartbreaking option especially at a time when the family is still coping with their grief over the loss of a beloved member. Funeral homes who are also struggling to pay for their operating expenses, tend to pass that burden to their clients by offering cremation urns that some may find too high for their budget.

To place the ashes in a durable receptacle without having to break the bank, you will need to compare the different prices of urns online and those that are sold at your local funeral homes. Once you have the price you are comfortable paying, you can also talk to your funeral director if they can lower their rates or find you some cheaper alternatives that they have on stock. You can also inquire about pre-planning for your funeral and cremation so when the time comes, your family need not worry about the financial aspects of the funeral but only in coping with their loss.

Source: https://www.jewelryurns.com/blog/2009/07/11/discount-urns-save-money-after-losing-a-loved-one/