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XVMJ+HW, New Orleans, LA, 70119
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Average in Louisiana
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,246–$7,063. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
“Getting to visit this tomb was akin to a religious experience for me. The impact Anne Rice's prose has had on me is indelible, being able to pay my respects here means more to me than I can say.”
— Sarah Mari
“Everything is very well kept. Quiet, peaceful, and reverent”
— Mike Wolfe
“Humble resting place of one of the biggest Rockstar Authors of all time.”
— Parker Quill
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.