Disaster can strike when you are least expecting it. Prepare in advance to keep your funeral home safe. What is an Emergency Action Plan? An emergency action plan (EAP) is
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Funeral homes are directly affected by the opioid crisis, which continues to impact families all over the country. Death care industry professionals must prepare to deal with practical and emotional
Since 2017, the US death care industry has experienced a compound annual growth rate of over 4%. Experts expect this growth to continue and for the industry to generate up
In the death care industry, profit margins can be slim due to the rising costs of running a funeral home. Fortunately, you can protect and even improve your profits by converting your
If you own a cemetery or mausoleum and offer perpetual care, it is wise to set aside perpetual care funds with a trustee. It ensures the cemetery’s long-term care and
In Maryland, the Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation (DLLR) is responsible for regulating cemeteries and funeral homes. The Office of Cemetery Oversight within this department enforces all the relevant
In recent times, funeral homes are experiencing increased pressure from different angles. One of these is an increase in cremation rates, which drives down revenue. Another is an increase in
It’s no secret how important sustainability is for the welfare of our planet. But when considering potentially sensitive locations like funeral homes, concepts such as ethical recycling aren’t often prioritized.
Non-profit cemeteries are those that are operative solely for the benefit of members and do not collect a profit. There are more benefits available to non-profit cemetery companies than just
Large death care providers, such as Service Corporation International, have used mergers and acquisitions (M&A) to become major players in the highly fragmented funeral industry. Using M&A is an opportunity