“In the internet era. It’s hard to see why anyone should have to physically visit or call multiple funeral homes just to compare prices.” Lina M. Khan Federal Trade Commission chair, in October The ...

Dayton-area funeral homes vary in their compliance with the Federal Trade Commission’s Funeral Rule, but two homes stand out in the scope of their violations. With an average price tag of $6,500, a ...

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – Funerals can be pricey, but a new federal rule could make it easier for people to manage those costs. The Federal Trade Commission is considering changes to the so-called ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. — When a loved one dies, grieving families are often left to navigate the difficult process of making funeral arrangements, but the cost of those services isn’t always clear or ...

WASHINGTON - Funeral homes would be required to post their prices online if a new proposed federal rule takes effect. The Federal Trade Commission is seeking comments on why it should or shouldn’t ...

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Funeral homes across the country could soon be required to post a list of their prices online. The requirement could be possible for an industry that has been almost completely unregulated.

Dear Savvy Senior: How much does a typical funeral and burial cost today? My wife and I are interested in prearranging our funerals but would like to have an idea of costs before going in so we can ...

HOUSTON – It’s something every person will probably have to deal with at some point. We are talking about paying funeral costs for your loved one or planning ahead for yourself. Amy Davis talks with ...

Consumers cannot opt out of death, a new report astutely notes. And unlike other retail transactions, paying for a funeral is a “distress purchase” — something no one wants to buy, but everyone has to ...

The coronavirus pandemic may help push the funeral business into the internet age. Funeral homes must give a detailed price list to anyone who requests one in person, but they aren’t required to post ...