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36 Mulberry St, New York, NY, 10013
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“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 New York
$3,368 – $10,595
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $3,368–$10,595. 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.
“We did some pre-planning for my Mom several months earlier as we visited two other funeral parlors on the same block. Upon her passing, we contacted Ng Fook as we chose them to handle the entire process. We later met with Alex Lee who explained to us the options available to prepare the decease one's funeral viewing. There is a price list outlining the costs for each service such as casket, makeup, hair, flowers, embalming, music band, monks to chant, room size, etc. There is no pressure to buy or add anything you don't feel comfortable spending money on. Alex then told us what the customs are with a Chinese wake and funeral explaining step by step such as greeting all arriving guests, bowing, incents, joss paper money, knelling before the casket, waist and arm bands for the family, small flower to hold onto for 3 days, meals for the family after the service, etc. There is even an obituary section on their website showing information about the deceased, the viewing times and the final resting place. Everything starts to add up but we had an idea of what to pay beforehand as it was important for us to pick the right place for my Mom's wake. Upon the final stop at the cemetery, the staff continued with guiding us with what to do, positioning the family at the chapel, coin inside the envelope, consuming a piece of candy, stepping over a small flame, etc. Being in this business, the staff has to deal with constant sadness, stress, unhappiness, grief and turnovers of their customers. But it was assuring that everything went well making the entire ordeal manageable for my family and that my Mom was able to reach her final destination and to rest in peace. I recommend Ng Fook Funeral service when that time comes for your love ones.”
— T Moy
“Alex Lee at Ng Fook guided us through the planning to the actual services. The staff there were very knowledgeable and polite. It made the whole thing sailing smoothly. We had enough time to plan things as we wished and Alex always welcome us whenever we stopped by for questions. Could not be happier to have the funeral service there.”
— Mei Gator
“Alex Lee and the staff at NG Fook went above and beyond to ensure our father's services ran smoothly. We couldn't have asked for better service especially juggling between English and Canto customs. Alex smoothly transitioned into the role after our initial director unexpectedly went on sick leave. Alex was beyond knowledgeable and helpful with his guidance through the confusing logistics of insurance, cemetery deeds and claims, etc. Funerals are not cheap, but they didn't push any hard sells. Everything was clearly explained and itemized. The estimated times for each part of the day flowed smoothly like clockwork! Professionals for sure!”
— J H.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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