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Questions and Answers
Why should anyone pre-plan or pre-pay a funeral?
1. To beat inflation - A pre-arrangement offers cost protection - so that
you may pay for future funeral services at today's prices.
ADVANCE-PLANNING freezes the price of the funeral; so your pre-paid funeral fund
and accumulated interest will pay for everything in accordance with your wishes.
2. To lessen the burden - Decisions on funeral arrangements and
costs can be made today, so that family members will not have to deal
with these difficult decisions immediately after the loss of a loved one.
We plan for so much in our lives, from college to retirement. ADVANCE-PLANNING
is just as important.
What are the requirements?
ADVANCE-PLANNING - is not insurance, so there is no age limit or medical
exam.
Can ADVANCE-PLANNING be canceled?
Yes, you can, without penalty, unless it is an irrevocable Medicaid Trust.
If I relocate, can I use pre arrangements to pay for a funeral somewhere
else?
Yes, you may transfer your pre arrangement to any of our affiliated homes. Or,
if you choose a different funeral provider who may not be able to offer the
exact same funeral with our guaranteed price.
Do you allow time payments?
Yes, The total amount for the Pre-Funded funeral is stated in the agreement
and you may pay in installments without finance charges.
What happens if someone dies out of state?
We will make all arrangements to transport your loved one home. We are a member
of 2,500+ strong network of funeral homes. You pay only the actual shipping
charges (at a professional courtesy rate), plus any cash disbursements.
What is the next step?
1. Call and make an appointment.
An experienced Advance Planning Counselor will help guide you through all of
the considerations and alternatives, in your home, or at our office.
2. A written agreement is then presented for your approval.
Payments can be made now, or in monthly installments over a one year period.
3. Your funds are deposited in an FDIC Insured Bank and you are
the owner of this separate Trust account.
Thomas M. Quinn and Sons receives the funds only at the time of death.
All pre-arranged funeral merchandise and services are guaranteed without additional
costs to you.
Why should I Pre-Arrange with Thomas M. Quinn and Sons?
- We will be there for you when you need us. We have served the greater New
York neighborhood for almost a century.
- We will provide you with extraordinary service.
- We serve all families with the same care, respect and professionalism.
- Our facilities are the finest.
- Inside, you will find a variety of warm, home-like settings that help put
people at ease.
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