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What is a death certificate?
With death comes paperwork. As you navigate the afterlife proceedings of your loved one, you will need to complete the forms to obtain a death certificate. Most funeral homes or crematories (including Boinita) will help you do this. But knowing the process and the information required can help speed up the process.
What is a death certificate?
A death certificate is a legal document that proves that your loved one has passed away. Death certificates include statistics and medical information, including whether they were cremated or buried.
They are also required for transactions that require a voucher, inheritance or life insurance. Boinita is in charge of presenting and receiving death certificates.
Learning about life through death.
When geneticists begin exploring a family tree, they often start with death certificates to learn more about someone’s age, race, education level and marital status. These documents provide clues as to what life was like for many people.
Death certificates can also help us understand the health of our communities and contribute to public health research.
Death certificates have been revised over time in an attempt to understand the mortality rate in many countries.
How are death certificates used?
Death certificates are primarily used to complete financial matters after the death of your loved one. Basically, to complete financial transactions, death certificates prove to the other party that their loved one has passed away.
Death certificates may be required for:
- Life insurance policy claims.
- Real estate transactions.
- Transfer of vehicle titles.
- Collection or transfer of shares (or bonds).
- Pension or retirement plans.
- Closing of bank or service accounts.
What information is on a death certificate?
Like many certificates and forms, completing a death certificate can bring up some unexpected questions. You may feel that you do not have all the answers when completing the certificate.
Boinita or your chosen funeral home will handle the first two items on the list and ask you to help provide other information so they can accurately complete the form on your behalf.
Here are some examples of what may be required for a death certificate form:
- Time, place and date of death.
- Whether your loved one was cremated, buried or donated.
- Name, age, date of birth and residence of the loved one.
- Schooling.
- CURP.
- Affiliation to Health Services (IMSS, ISSSTE, etc).
- Cause of death.
- The full names of the spouse, father and mother.
- Your loved one’s occupation and education.
- Your loved one’s race and ethnicity.
- Nationality.
You will need to indicate your relationship to your loved one when applying for a death certificate.
Legally, only certain persons may receive a death certificate: immediate relative, legal representative, persons or organizations with personal or property rights.
How long does it take to receive a death certificate?
Once you have all the paperwork and file with your local registry office, the process is usually very quick and can take about an hour.
How many death certificates do you need?
The number of death certificates required varies, but everyone must have at least one. In some cases, when you need to use a certificate, an institution will only need to see the certified copy and make a photocopy and return it to you. We recommend that you make several certified copies with your trusted notary .
Boinita or your chosen funeral home can also answer additional questions and help you through this sometimes confusing process.
Remember that Boinita is a Simple Cremation Service without a Funeral Service with the guarantee of the best price and service.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
For more information about our service go to http://boinita.com
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
In Pet Cremation Services we are located in the cities of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Chihuahua, Ciudad Juarez, Leon, Merida, Puebla, San Luis Potosi, Tijuana and Toluca.
Is cremation cheaper than burial?
End-of-life planning is not easy. There are many factors to consider when making decisions for a loved one’s final arrangements. An important decision is the choice between burial or cremation. The difference between these two can be considerable.
In Mexico, the national average cost of cremation (with funeral) has risen sharply in the last five years. The most economical method is simple cremation, which takes place within hours of death without a traditional funeral service.
The average cost of burial can add up to more than $40,000 pesos. The total cost depends on the services and items selected for burial, including flowers, transportation and headstones. The coffins and the grave can cost thousands of pesos and constitute the major part of the funeral expenses.
Funeral services may include cremation in lieu of burial.
Choosing cremation does not preclude you from having a traditional funeral. After holding a traditional service, a family may choose to have their loved one cremated rather than buried in a cemetery. With the increase in rental caskets used for a funeral service accompanying a cremation, casket costs can be kept quite reasonable. Families may bury their loved one’s cremated remains in a cemetery at a later date or keep them at home.
There are additional costs and charges that you may encounter during the burial process with a funeral home and cemetery. These costs include: embalming, preparation of the body, caskets, crypts and/or funeral containers, graveside services, obituaries and headstones. While the funeral home is responsible for the deceased, casket, arrangements and services. Cemeteries manage their grounds, crypts, the opening and closing of the grave. Funeral homes and cemeteries are often separated.
Finding burial cost information online can be difficult.
End-of-life services can be costly for bereaved families who want to make the best decisions for their loved ones. Pricing information from traditional funeral homes and cemeteries is not always available. A visit to the funeral home and cemetery may be the only way to get an accurate quote. The costs of a full body burial can add up quickly, and more and more people are choosing simple cremation services and a celebration of life when the family chooses followed by burial, storage or scattering of cremated remains in a place that brings them peace.
Remember that Boinita is a Simple Cremation Service without a Funeral Service with the guarantee of the best price and service.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
For more information about our service go to http://boinita.com
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
In Pet Cremation Services we are located in the cities of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Chihuahua, Ciudad Juarez, Leon, Merida, Puebla, San Luis Potosi, Tijuana and Toluca.
Why is price transparency in cremation important?
Surveys conducted in several countries make it clear that giving consumers full pricing on cremation and transparent funeral costs will save them money.
For example, prices were analyzed in California, where state law requires prices to be published online. But a loophole in the law meant that 25 percent of funeral homes were hiding their prices from consumers.
The lack of transparency has led to price increases in the funeral home industry. For example, some cremations cost upwards of $40,000 pesos.
“I don’t think $40,000 pesos is a reasonable price for a cremation.”
Studies on cremation prices
A 2016 study also found wide variation in funeral prices. The authors of the report use a restaurant analogy to explain why inclusive pricing is also important:
Imagine a restaurant that offers a special lobster dinner on Fridays for $900 pesos.
If the restaurant followed funeral industry practices, the final bill delivered to a customer would appear this way:
- Lobster special: $ 900 pesos
- Lobster rate — $ 450 pesos
- TOTAL: $ 1,350 pesos
Unlike many competitors, Boinita will never charge hidden and exorbitant additional fees. Our transparent pricing means you know that your total cost will be $6,499 pesos, even if you have special requests.
Consumers can defend themselves armed with information and questions. You can request prices and use alternative containers for leftovers. In addition, it is not necessary to hire all the services they normally offer or special caskets.
Many of us believe that high prices should not be profited from when a person does not have a funeral package, in some cases this price can be as much as double. That is why a simple cremation without a funeral service is often the best option for most families, as it is inexpensive and very easy to arrange. Family members may hold a mass on their own or a gathering with their loved ones at a time of their choosing. You can then decide whether to keep the ashes at home, bury them in a garden or cemetery, pour them into the sea or place them in a niche. There are many options and all are correct.
Remember that Boinita is a Simple Cremation Service without a Funeral Service with the guarantee of the best price and service.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
For more information about our service go to http://boinita.com
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
In Pet Cremation Services we are located in the cities of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Chihuahua, Ciudad Juarez, Leon, Merida, Puebla, San Luis Potosi, Tijuana and Toluca.
Burying ashes in a grave or in your garden
If you are thinking about burying the ashes of someone who has been cremated, you may have some questions about how it all works. How does burial of ashes differ from burial in a casket? How can the burial of ashes in an existing grave be arranged? What is the average cost of burying ashes? We will answer several questions here…
The law on burying ashes in a grave
Burying ashes in a grave is very common and quite easy. Legally speaking, when ashes are interred in place, the steps are the same as for the burial of a body, with fewer rules about placement and depth.
There is a bit of paperwork involved: Although the funeral home or cemetery should help you with this step.
When you are burying ashes in the cemetery you must purchase the“exclusive right of burial“. If you plan to do this on private land, you will also need to obtain the landowner’s permission before proceeding with the process.
Or if you scatter ashes instead of burying them, you don’t need any paperwork, just the owner’s permission.
Burying ashes in your garden
Burying ashes in the garden of your home can be a very personal, flexible and economical alternative to a traditional funeral.
You could, for example, arrange a direct cremation without a funeral and then hold a private service at your home when you place the ashes in their final resting place. Or, you could bury the ashes after a funeral as part of an intimate memorial gathering with friends.
Some practical details, apart from the paperwork:
- How deep should cremated ashes be buried? There are no specific rules about this, but it is a good idea to bury them at least one meter deep.
- What type of urn do you need? If you think you might need to move the ashes later, a waterproof container may be best. However, if not, consider a biodegradable urn: these can be made of paper, cardboard, sand and even salt, among other things.
- Do I have to ask any government agency? No, unlike the burial of a body, you do not have to consult with the government or the Environment Agency.
- One thing to remember when you bury the ashes in the garden is that if you move and do not take the ashes with you, you may not be able to get permission to visit the grave. Be careful!
- It can be difficult to know what to do when burying ashes in a garden to commemorate the occasion. A good idea is to give everyone present a small envelope of wildflower seeds to scatter on the grave.
Burying ashes in a cemetery
Cemetery land is essentially rented. You purchase an “exclusive right of burial” which says that only you can decide who can be buried in that grave for a set period of time (usually 25-100 years). Once the time is up, a reminder letter will be sent to the owner of the exclusive rights of the opportunity to renew.
If the exclusive right of burial is not renewed, the person buried there will not be moved. But any headstones in that plot could be removed, and other people could also be buried in that land.
If you are the sole owner of an exclusive burial right, you may want to take steps to make sure it goes to the right person after your death. You can:
- Transfer or share ownership of the exclusive right of burial during your lifetime.
- Leave instructions in your will as to who should get it.
- Do nothing and understand that ownership of the exclusive right of burial will be passed on to your next of kin. This is usually your spouse, if you have one. Otherwise, it could be shared equally among your children.
If you have inherited an exclusive burial right along with other family members, and you are planning the burial of ashes in an existing grave, you will need the permission of all other owners. This can be a problem if space is limited. However, there is also the option of spreading the ashes on the garden.
How much does a place in the cemetery to bury ashes cost?
To find out the price of a plot in your chosen cemetery, you should contact them directly, you should be able to find a price list on their website.
In addition to the burial fee, you can expect to pay:
- Around $20,000 pesos for a cremation with a funeral home ($ 6,499 pesos with Boinita ).
- Garden maintenance.
- The urn containing the ashes.
- Memorial tablet or plaque.
Prices can be quite different depending on your area! Therefore, it is best to contact suppliers directly to obtain a quotation.
We hope this article will help you in the process of burying ashes. If you have any questions, we’re here to help!
Remember that Boinita is a Simple Cremation Service without a Funeral Service with the guarantee of the best price and service.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
For more information about our service go to http://boinita.com
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
In Pet Cremation Services we are located in the cities of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Chihuahua, Ciudad Juarez, Leon, Merida, Puebla, San Luis Potosi, Tijuana and Toluca.
Keeping ashes or cremation urn at home
Many people who wish to be cremated after their death would also like a loved one to keep their ashes at home. And for families, keeping ashes in their home can be a way to maintain the feeling of a close connection to the person who died.
Deciding where to place cremated remains can be complicated. You may be happy to keep the ashes in the house for the rest of your life, or you may only need to store them for a short time before scattering them.
Where to place cremation ashes
Start by choosing your urn carefully. It doesn’t have to be fancy, or even conventional, but it is important to make sure it is large enough to contain the ashes. It also needs to be sealed securely. Beyond that, it’s entirely up to you.
If you don’t plan to keep the ashes in the house forever, the urn given to you by the crematory after cremation may be all you need. Otherwise, there are a wide variety of urns, boxes and other keepsakes available, so it’s just a matter of thinking about what will work best for you.
However, it is worth considering who else might try to touch them. Maybe there are children in your home. Maybe your cat likes to push things off flat surfaces. Or perhaps your family tends to put their coats on a particular piece of furniture, making bumping likely. Try to keep ashes out of reach.
Ideas for storing ashes at home
Keeping an urn at home is quite common for those who choose to keep the ashes of a loved one, but there is no right or wrong way to store them.
If you’re looking for other ash storage ideas, here are a few you might consider:
- Mix the ashes with compost in a pot and plant something. Here, it is a good idea to choose a plant that grows easily and is well adapted to the place where you are storing it. There are also special kits that claim to offer a compost mix that works well with the ashes to grow a tree.
- Keep the ashes in a sculpture. There are indoor and outdoor sculpture urns that you can purchase as an alternative to an urn or box.
- Add ashes to jewelry. The most popular option here is to find subtle “keepsake” jewelry that may contain a small amount of ashes.
- Commissioning a work of art. There are companies that will incorporate your loved one’s ashes into concrete or glass, for sculptures, or paintings.
- Keep the ashes in a discreet place. There are ash containers designed to keep cremated remains at home in a subtle way.
Transfer ashes to a new container for home storage
If you need to move ashes to a new container, here are some tips:
- Consider asking for help. Ashes can be heavy, and you may need someone to keep the containers lined up.
- Place the target containers on a flat surface with newspaper.
- Use a funnel to keep things neat and accurate.
- Seal one container tightly before starting the next.
Other ways to store ashes after cremation.
Boinita can help you arrange a simple cremation, which is a simple cremation without a funeral service, for only $6,499 pesos. Perfect if you wish to organize your own farewell service with the ashes of a loved one at a time of your choosing.
If you prefer not to have an urn or memorial in your home, but can still “visit” your loved one, you can rent a niche in a cemetery or other memorial site.
When it comes to scattering ashes, there are all sorts of options, from planting a tree in a memorial forest to scattering them at sea. You can find more information on these in our guide to things to do with the urn after scattering the ashes.
Remember that Boinita is a Simple Cremation Service without a Funeral Service with the guarantee of the best price and service.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
For more information about our service go to http://boinita.com
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
In Pet Cremation Services we are located in the cities of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Chihuahua, Ciudad Juarez, Leon, Merida, Puebla, San Luis Potosi, Tijuana and Toluca.
How to buy a crypt in a cemetery?
Buying a burial crypt is usually a simple business. But there are some surprising details you should know. Here is the detail of crypts in a cemetery, the prices and that mysterious term, “Exclusive Right of Burial”.
What is a cemetery plot?
A burial plot is a small area of land in which someone is, or may be, buried. It may contain only one person or a few, such as a couple or a family. Generally, you don’t actually buy a burial crypt as a plot of land. Instead, you buy the right to decide who is buried in that land for a certain number of years. It is more like a lease.
What is the exclusive right of burial?
Having the exclusive right of burial means that you have the right to say who is buried in a particular burial plot. You may also place a monument (such as a headstone) on the grave.
Obtaining a grant of exclusive burial rights is not the same as purchasing a plot of land for burial. It does not mean that you are the owner of the land. It is closer to renting or leasing. And like all income, it has a time limit.
How long does the exclusive right of burial last?
Cemeteries generally offer an exclusive burial right for a crypt for 25 to 100 years. Once it expires, the owner will be asked if they wish to renew.
How to buy a grave in the cemetery?
Cemeteries are generally privately owned or owned by a religious organization (such as a church). But there are also government cemeteries.
Generally, a burial plan is not guaranteed in a funeral plan, as it is a third-party service and prices change. You can purchase a burial crypt separately to be on the safe side.
If you have purchased a cemetery plot for burial, it is a good idea to mention it as an asset in your will. You should also make sure that your family knows where to find the grant of exclusive burial rights.
How much does a burial crypt cost?
The average cost of a burial plot in Mexico is $25,000 pesos. But rates vary widely throughout the country. In rural areas, the prices of funerary tombs are usually very economical VS in the cities, which can multiply several times their price.
On a budget? In addition to the average price of a cemetery plot, it is also worth considering the cost of a headstone or memorial plaque.
What happens when your exclusive right of burial is exhausted?
If you do not renew, the person who has been buried may still remain there. No one will move his body. But other people may be buried around or on top of them at a later date.
If there is a monument on the grave, you can raise it and take it to another place. Otherwise, the cemetery or graveyard may destroy it.
How to transfer or share the exclusive right of burial?
If you have the exclusive right of burial for a crypt, you can decide who is buried there for the duration of the lease.
If you wish, you may ask the cemetery to make you and another person co-owners of the crypt. This means that both have the same right to choose who is buried there, and both can be buried there when they die.
You can also pass on your exclusive right of burial when you make your will.
If you die without a will, the property will automatically pass to your next of kin. It is usually your spouse/civil partner, or shared between your children if you are not related. If this means that the crypt is shared among too many people, it can be awkward, as everyone has to agree before someone can be buried. Therefore, it is a good idea to make a will and clarify things.
What is a forest burial ground?
A forest burial plot is an area of land in a forest or natural environment where someone can be buried.
Forest burial crypts are dedicated to ecological farewells. The deceased is buried using natural and biodegradable fabrics and in an ecological coffin. Embalming is generally prohibited.
Many forest cemeteries do not allow memorial stones. However, you can plant a tree or place a bird box to mark the spot.
Things to think about when buying a tomb
What should you consider before buying a tomb? Well…
- Cemetery or forest cemetery? A forest cemetery is more environmentally friendly and less costly. But a cemetery allows you a monument and will probably be closer to home.
- Visit the future cemetery in advance and get to know the place. It should be convenient and a place you are happy to visit.
- Compare costs. Cemetery rates vary quite a bit! And often, they also offer different types of crypts at different prices. The mausoleum chambers are the most expensive.
- Who will be buried there? If you want more than one person to be buried, make sure there is space. You can buy two spaces together. A single crypt can hold up to three people or up to six urns of ashes.
- Cremation first? In some cemeteries, you may purchase a smaller burial plot for cremated remains only. These are less expensive than casket plots.
Remember that Boinita is a Simple Cremation Service without a Funeral Service with the guarantee of the best price and service.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
For more information about our service go to http://boinita.com
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
In Pet Cremation Services we are located in the cities of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Chihuahua, Ciudad Juarez, Leon, Merida, Puebla, San Luis Potosi, Tijuana and Toluca.
Do you have to have a funeral?
Funerals are not for everyone. You may not like the idea and not want one for yourself, or you may have difficulty deciding what to do for someone you love. So, do you have to have a funeral? Mexican society has been changing its attitudes towards what happens after a death, and now there are more options than ever. Let us show you what you can do.
Do you have to have a funeral by law?
There are no laws in Mexico stating that everyone must have a funeral. However, your body will need to be buried or cremated when you die. And someone, usually a close relative or the person executing your will, has to organize that.
There are all kinds of reasons not to want a funeral. We have some of these described below, along with some suggestions of what you might do instead.
“I don’t want a traditional funeral”: choose an alternative celebration
We get it: the idea of a float heading toward a crowd of black-clad mourners is not appealing to everyone. Do you have to have a funeral like this? Not at all. These days, you have hundreds of options, from donating your body to medical science to hosting a casket decorating party. You can even have your ashes shot into space.
If you want your funeral to be more of a celebration, think about what it could be like. Then, you can look for funeral directors (who are somewhat similar to wedding planners) and some speaker to do things differently.
“I don’t want a big funeral” – choose direct cremation.
He may have written “don’t I have money for a funeral?” At Google because you are concerned about how your loved ones will cope with the stress of organizing one. You may wish to give them your blessing not to arrange a funeral at all, or the opportunity to hold one at a later date, in your own time. Cost could be a concern.
If that is the case, you might consider a simple cremation. This is a simple and economical cremation without a funeral service. The crematorium takes the person who has died into its care, arranges for the cremation and then returns his or her ashes to the family. Some close family members may attend the cremation (not at COVID times), which is usually early in the morning on a weekday.
After the ashes are returned, what happens next is completely open. You (or your family, rather) can leave it that way or hold a memorial service later with the ashes.
Boinita can help you arrange a simple cremation in San Luis Potosi for as little as $6,499 pesos. We will give you or your loved one a simple and dignified farewell, leaving plenty of time to plan a memorial service at a later date.
“Why spend so much money on something I’m not going to see?” – consider a living funeral
Do you have to have a funeral when you die? You could have one while you are still alive, so you can celebrate your life with the people you love and show your appreciation for them.
Live funerals became popular in Japan in the 1990s, and in Europe and the United States after the publication of Mitch Albom’s memoir. Most recently, the Rites of Passage series followed Roch Maher as he arranged a funeral for himself after he was diagnosed with an illness.
You can arrange a living funeral yourself or with the help of a funeral director. Well planned, it can be an amazing experience.
“We can’t have the body there”: organize a memorial service.
You do not have to have a funeral with the body of the person who died. You could have a memorial service instead. For example, many families opt for a simple cremation and hold a memorial service a few months or even a year later. This gives them more time to regroup and prepare. Many others choose to hold a memorial service after a loved one dies and is buried abroad. More information on how to hold a memorial service can be found here.
Whatever you decide, make your wishes clear.
If you have decided that you personally do not want a funeral, it is important to have a conversation with your family and friends about it. Explain what you want and what it means to you. You can also record your wishes in your will, so that they have something as an example.
However, keep in mind that funeral wishes, whether in a will or not, are not binding. Your family and friends have the right to make a decision when the time comes. Psychologically, funerals can be very important for those left behind. Performing a ceremony is a way for loved ones to let go and express their love for the person who died. Do you have to have a funeral? By law, no, but in practice it can happen anyway.
Remember that Boinita is a Simple Cremation Service without a Funeral Service with the guarantee of the best price and service.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
For more information about our service go to http://boinita.com
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
In Pet Cremation Services we are located in the cities of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Chihuahua, Ciudad Juarez, Leon, Merida, Puebla, San Luis Potosi, Tijuana and Toluca.
Difference between a traditional, simple funeral and a simple cremation?
You may have seen that your chosen funeral home offers both traditional and simple funerals and in other cases such as Boinita simple cremation. But what do these terms mean and what is the real difference between these options? Let’s see…
What is the difference between traditional and simple funerals?
A simple funeral is a more economical and simpler approach to a traditional funeral. While traditional funerals include many of the standard services you might expect a funeral home to provide, simple funerals omit the less essential services and provide you with the most important ones in a lower cost format.
What that means in practice will depend on your funeral home (they will have their own way of doing things), but below we detail what you can generally expect from traditional and simple funerals.
What is a traditional funeral?
A traditional funeral service tends to follow this structure:
- Viewing: a period of 1-2 days during which the family can visit the deceased at the funeral home.
- Service: a funeral service held at a place of worship, funeral home, crematory or graveside. This includes any other ceremony (depending on the religion).
- Burial or cremation: After the service, burial or cremation will take place. In case of burial, friends and relatives may go in procession to the cemetery. The rental of a hearse and limousine to follow in the procession is usually included in a traditional funeral.
In addition, all these services are included:
- All funeral home fees
- Burial or cremation fees (including doctor’s fees)
- Classic hearse or hearse
- A wood veneer coffin
- A chest of wooden ashes
- A limousine
- Celebrant / religious representative
- A standard flower arrangement
How much does a traditional funeral cost?
The familiarity of a traditional funeral can offer much comfort and peace of mind at a difficult time. That said, the average cost of a traditional funeral in Mexico is $40,000 pesos or more. This can often be reduced by shopping around and finding the best funeral service that fits your budget.
What is a simple funeral?
Simple funerals have approximately the same structure as traditional funerals, but at a more affordable price. However, you may have to make some compromises:
- The funeral home will generally choose the time and date of a simple funeral service. This means it will probably be early in the morning.
- May not include after-hours pickup. You may have to wait until normal business hours before the deceased can be taken to the funeral home.
- A less decorative casket or ashes container. A simple wooden coffin, for example.
- There are no additional funeral cars or limousines. Close relatives usually make their way to and from the funeral.
- Less or no flowers. Funeral homes offer smaller, less elaborate floral arrangements for simple funerals.
- The wake may be held at home or at a friend’s home. This helps save on the cost of the venue and catering, especially if friends help by bringing food and drink.
In addition, all these services are included:
- Funeral home fees
- Burial or cremation fees (including doctor’s fees)
- Hearses
- A simple wooden coffin
- A simple ash container
How much does a simple funeral cost?
Simple funerals are the cheapest and most basic type of funeral. A simple funeral usually costs around $20,000 pesos. Costs will vary depending on how simple the funeral really is and where it is located.
What is a simple cremation?
The last option is the “direct” or simple cremation, which covers a cremation without a funeral service. Direct cremation in particular is becoming increasingly popular: At Boinita we pick up the person who has passed away, and the cremation is performed without anyone present. The ashes are then returned to the family within a few hours, who can then hold their own memorial service as they see fit.
This service includes:
- Crematorium fees
- Transportation of your loved one
- Cremation
- A beautiful wooden urn
- The return of the ballot box to your home
- Formalities and taxes
How much does a simple cremation cost?
Simple cremations are the least expensive funeral service and one of the most requested. This service in Boinita costs only $ 6,499 pesos. And it is a fixed price with no extra charge. For more information go to Boinita‘s home page.
When it comes to the type of service you would like yourself, if you have strong feelings either way, your best option is to take out a funeral plan or life insurance and specify within it whether you want a simple, traditional service or a simple cremation.
Remember that Boinita is a Simple Cremation Service without a Funeral Service with the guarantee of the best price and service.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
For more information about our service go to http://boinita.com
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
In Pet Cremation Services we are located in the cities of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Chihuahua, Ciudad Juarez, Leon, Merida, Puebla, San Luis Potosi, Tijuana and Toluca.
Is it a good idea to pay for a funeral plan this 2020?
For those who wish to plan ahead, paying for a funeral plan can be an excellent way to ensure that you are financially prepared for the costs associated with burial and cremation services. While there are other alternatives, such as life insurance, or investing, we will explore them all below.
What is a funeral plan?
A funeral plan sets aside a funeral at today’s prices. With a funeral plan, you pay a pre-established amount of money to cover the cost of your future funeral services, the full amount of which is released at the time of your death to cover all agreed-upon expenses.
This protects the client from the annual price and fee increases we are currently seeing in the funeral industry. With the price of a funeral rising much faster than inflation, the average funeral is expected to be a financial hardship for many families.
What are the advantages of a funeral package?
In addition to setting aside your funeral at current prices, a funeral plan gives you greater control over the details of your funeral.
It also gives you the opportunity to choose your preferred funeral home, ensuring that your funeral is not in the hands of someone you have not directly approved.
What does a funeral plan usually include?
They usually do not cover all funeral costs, but most will include:
- Funeral home fees. This would generally include collecting the deceased, transporting them to the funeral, arranging the funeral service, paperwork, and basic care of the deceased (washing and dressing them, for example).
- The coffin. This could be a simple, inexpensive casket or a more elaborate wooden casket.
- Hearse or hearse. Basic plans will generally include the cost of hiring a hearse to take the deceased person to his or her funeral and to the cemetery or crematory. You may also be offered additional funeral cars or limousines for the family at an additional cost.
- The flowers, the cremation or burial.
- Administrative expenses. Most providers will charge an administrative fee for their work in setting up the plan.
- Cancellation fees. Some providers will charge you if you wish to cancel your funeral plan at a later date.
It is important to check the fine print of any funeral plan you purchase to make sure what is covered and what is not.
Because funeral plan providers cannot control all the costs involved in a funeral, your family may have to pay a little more when the time comes. But the plan must cover all or most of the services you will need.
How do funeral packages work?
You can purchase a funeral plan by paying in advance or in installments. The money goes into a fund with an insurance policy, which will be used to pay for the service when the time comes.
Depending on where you purchase your funeral plan, you may be asked to choose between different packages. A higher cost package could include more funeral cars, a more decorative casket and potentially more flexibility with the time and date of the funeral.
Can you pay for funerals monthly in advance?
A funeral service plan saves your family the stress of planning and paying for your funeral by arranging everything in advance.
Most pay-as-you-go funeral plans cost between $20,000 and $80,000 pesos on average, and cover any funeral costs that are under the provider’s control.
Questions to ask your funeral plan provider
If you are interested in purchasing a funeral plan, the questions you should ask a provider are:
- What costs are not included in my funeral plan?
- Is it possible to cancel or modify the plan if circumstances change?
- Is there a cancellation fee?
- What happens if there are outstanding payments at the time of death?
- Do I have to use a certain funeral company?
- Can the family make changes to the funeral if they wish?
- What happens if death occurs abroad?
- Is there a clear complaints procedure?
- What happens if the Funeral Home closes?
- If you wish to have the funeral in another state or municipality, is it possible?
What are the alternatives to a funeral package?
Insurance Policies
Advantages Life insurance policies.
Lifetime protection for age 50 and over will pay an agreed amount at the time of death. This means that it may go some way toward covering funeral costs, depending on how comprehensive your coverage is. It is often the best option because your family receives a larger amount than a funeral home package would cover.
Disadvantages Life insurance policies.
Funeral plans require you to pay a fixed amount, while life insurance requires a regular payment until the time of death. Depending on how long you live, there can be a big difference between these two figures.
Life insurance costs can also be extremely high if you have pre-existing health conditions, whereas this is irrelevant in a funeral plan.
Funeral plans also allow for much greater control and put all important decisions in your hands. With some insurance products, you may not even have a say in whether you want to be buried or cremated.
Savings and investment accounts
Most savings accounts do not generate much interest at this time, but you can always set aside a portion of your savings to pay for funeral expenses. Other alternatives, such as investing money, can help pay for funeral expenses.
Remember that Boinita is a Simple Cremation Service without a Funeral Service with the guarantee of the best price and service.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
For more information about our service go to http://boinita.com
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
In Pet Cremation Services we are located in the cities of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Chihuahua, Ciudad Juarez, Leon, Merida, Puebla, San Luis Potosi, Tijuana and Toluca.
How to reduce funeral costs in Mexico?
Funerals can cost much more than people expect and it is not uncommon for family members of the deceased to pay up to $80,000 for a funeral service. With many factors to consider, such as burial fees, flowers, transportation, paperwork, niches and reception, costs can begin to mount, which can put a family under financial strain in a time of distress.
Fortunately, there are several ways to reduce funeral costs and keep expenses manageable. Here we take a look at five of the best ways to limit the amount of money you spend on a funeral.
Burial and cremation fees
Burial and cremation fees can often be one of the most expensive aspects of a funeral. This is particularly true in downtown areas where space is at a premium. Alternatives to keep costs down may include the choice of natural burial or direct cremation.
A natural burial involves a burial in a protected area with a beautiful garden where the deceased are returned to the earth in the most natural way possible. It is generally considered much better for the environment.
Similarly, you may opt for a simple cremation. This occurs outside of peak crematory hours and mourners cannot be present at the cremation. The ashes are returned to the family after the service. This is much cheaper than the classic burial or cremation options and any money you save can be used to remember the deceased through a suitable memorial service organized by the family.
Coach or limousine transportation
It is often considered traditional to have limousines driving to the funeral service. However, this is a matter of personal preference and can certainly reduce funeral costs if you reduce transportation.
Depending on where the service takes place, the family can make its own way, allowing the money to be spent in more essential areas. It may happen that funeral directors exert a little pressure in an effort to convince you that optional extras such as transportation are essential for a proper funeral. However, the choice should be left up to you to decide what you do and do not want for the funeral, and remember that your choice in this matter is final.
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If you wish to hold a wake or memorial service, there are several ways to reduce costs. There is no right or wrong way, so do what you think is best and try to plan within your means.
Instead of hiring a large venue, the wake can be held at the home of the deceased or at the home of a family member. Similarly, the responsibility for the meal can be shared among all the guests, and everyone brings a dish to share.
Fundraising or Crowdfunding
A more modern way to reduce funeral costs is through the use of crowdfunding. Instead of one family member or part of the family assuming full financial responsibility, those who knew the deceased can donate to help cover expenses.
This can be a fantastic way to cover the cost of a funeral and bring people together to remember the deceased. When everyone has invested something, no matter how small, there is often a sense of greater participation in the proceedings among all those present. This also makes it possible for family and friends living abroad to feel involved and contribute to the funeral.
Use a comparison site
Finally, one of the best ways to reduce funeral costs is by using a price comparison site. You can save time and money, and this can greatly simplify the planning process, allowing you to take full control of the funeral you are looking to arrange.
Plan ahead
If you have the luxury of time before you or a loved one passes away, you may want to consider taking out a funeral plan or life insurance.
Take out a monthly payment plan
While a financing plan actually increases the final cost of your funeral, many find it more manageable to pay your funeral costs over the course of a year or two, rather than paying it up front. When you take out a month-to-month plan you can manage your payments, and if you are waiting for your inheritance to arrive, this credit can make a lot of sense.
Remember that Boinita is a Simple Cremation Service without a Funeral Service with the guarantee of the best price and service.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
For more information about our service go to http://boinita.com
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
In Pet Cremation Services we are located in the cities of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Chihuahua, Ciudad Juarez, Leon, Merida, Puebla, San Luis Potosi, Tijuana and Toluca.