Tuckers leading the way – prepaid pay by instalments plans

The rising cost of living is on the tip of most people’s tongues – no matter where we are in life, just starting out, raising a family or downsizing.

Most of us agree that money doesn’t seem to stretch as far as it used to.

Tuckers Funeral and Bereavement Service leads the way by offering Pay by Instalments Prepaid Funeral Plans.

Prepaid Funerals generally require an upfront outlay of the entire amount.

This still tends to be the case with many funeral directors, but Tuckers understands that this expense isn’t necessarily an easy one and the option to pay for the plan over 12, 24 or 26 months makes a lot of sense.

It is important to note that pay by instalment plans are only available for prepaid funeral plans, which is another reason to organise one while you can.

The Tuckers funeral directors see pre-paid contracts being redeemed on a daily basis and witness the relief and gratitude of families when they understand that the funeral is paid for.

“On the flip side, we also receive numerous calls from families after their loved one has died, needing to know how much the funeral will cost, what are the payment terms, is there a payment plan option- because there was no plan in place,” Alyson Burchell from Tuckers’ community relations team said.

“These are stresses which cause delays and they can be avoided.

“A small amount of planning has far-reaching benefits.”

There are 10 reasons why a prepaid funeral is worth considering:

• Lock in your funeral at today’s cost
• Relieve your family of financial burden and stress
• Plan your funeral the way you want
• Take advantage of the payment instalments available
• Secure your investment with a trusted funeral home – Tuckers has been operating in Geelong since 1925.
• No premiums compared to funeral insurance
• Funds are held in a trust
• Prepaid monies are exempt from the asset test for Age Pension purposes
• Not subject to a ceiling investment (whereas funeral bonds are capped at a maximum amount of investment), and
• Can be transferred interstate if you move residence.

“Talking to a funeral director is not on the top of everyone’s bucket list!” Ms Burchell said.

She encouraged readers to make an appointment to start a conversation.

“It is our hope that all people will understand the value in documenting your wishes with an established and recognised funeral director with the option to prepay,” she said.

“We are proud of our service to the community including our five chapels and fleet of hearses including a brand-new white Genesis wagon.”

To start a conversation, phone Tuckers Geelong West on 5221 4788, Grovedale 5244 1411, and Torquay 5217 0795.