Pre-Planning Many people plan their financial future: investing in a home, saving for a child’s education and purchasing insurance is all done in preparation for tomorrow. Pre-arranging a funeral may be viewed as another step in that process. There are many reasons why a person may choose to consider pre-arranging a funeral. Primarily, it provides a sense of security. Security in knowing your wishes are known and will be followed; security in knowing that your loved ones will be relieved of making difficult decisions while grieving; and security in knowing that you can finance your funeral preferences in advance. If you do choose to pre-arrange your funeral, it is important that you plan ahead. Remember these steps when you begin to pre-plan: Educate yourself about the available options. Discuss your wishes with your loved ones. Seek professional consultation. Select an appropriate funding option in consultation with your funeral professional. Other Resources Available When Considering Pre-Planning: Iowa Prepaid Funeral Trust Pre-Funding Questions to Ask Trusts Iowa Law Insurance Policies Guaranteed and Non-Guaranteed Price Agreements Revocable and Irrevocable Agreements Click here to locate a professional funeral director and IFDA member in your community.