Prepaid Funeral Plans from Open Prepaid Funerals

Prepaid Funeral plans are now regulated by the FCA
(Financial Conduct Authority) and as such have very strict and stringent rules
around their sale which are designed to protect you the consumer. We have
chosen to become an Introducer Appointed Representative (IAR) of Open Prepaid
Funerals who are regulated by the FCA as a plan provider Registered No: 962403 and
who will handle all the regulatory and financial requirements around taking out
your plan. Open were established in 2003 and have a very experienced team who
will look after the financial aspects of the plan whilst keeping us on hand to
ensure your personal preferences can be met and that we maintain our
relationships with the families we serve.

You can jump straight to the Memories Funeral Service page on Open’s website to see the standard plans and
prices simply click here Memories Funeral Service Funeral Plans

When it comes to planning a funeral, it can be a sensitive
topic to navigate – especially if you are a loved one planning a service or
ceremony for the deceased. That’s why it may be beneficial to consider the
option of a prepaid funeral plan – as you can alleviate the emotional and
financial burdens from your family and loved ones by planning and paying for
your own funeral ahead of time.

We believe it’s all about the personal touch – which is why here
at Memories Funeral Service, we have chosen to be an Introducer Appointed Representative
(IAR) of Open Prepaid Funerals who can provide you with a suitable prepaid
funeral plan for your needs. This relationship allows Memories Funeral Service to
provide Open with our expertise and guidance on how the funeral is conducted
whilst they set up a plan which can be tailormade to your needs and preferences.

About Open Prepaid Funerals

Open Prepaid Funerals was formed in 2003, and provides a
secure and transparent method of planning your funeral ahead of time. With a
range of prepaid funeral plans to choose from, you can choose almost anything
from a Simple Plan to something very detailed and unique or something as basic and
low key as an Unattended Cremation plan to cater for your own preferences
entirely.

The cost of your prepaid funeral plan depends entirely on
the funeral plan you choose, your personal preference and the level of service
that you require. The final cost of your funeral could include cemetery or
crematorium fees, funeral notices, limousines, flowers, orders of service and
many more elements to ensure your funeral is as personal as possible should you
wish. The expert team of Open Advisers will talk you through this on the
telephone, online using Teams or Zoom, by email or if appropriate face to face.

The Open Prepaid Funerals Trust deed has been created in
such a way that its purpose is to offer greater protection to you the plan
holder and your family or representatives. We here at Memories Funeral Service will
have the responsibility for the provision of your funeral on behalf of you
through Open Prepaid Funerals.

Why Choose a Prepaid Funeral Plan?

By choosing a prepaid funeral plan, this is a simple and practical
way to let your loved ones know that everything is taken care of. Some of the
main benefits include:

·
Removes financial burden – as the funeral
plan will be paid up front or in monthly instalments, this can reduce the
financial burden on loved ones when the time comes.

·
Alleviates emotional stress – planning
your funeral beforehand alleviates the added stress, but also provides a caring
solution to reduce emotional stress on your loved ones.

·
Fixed price – although funeral plan
prices may fluctuate due to inflation, by choosing an Open Prepaid Funeral
plan, the price of the funeral directors professional services is fixed at the
time the plan has been bought – meaning that your plan is safe for years to
come.

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Contribution to Core Disbursements – your
contribution to disbursements is not currently guaranteed to there is a
possibility that at the time of need, in relation to disbursements only, your
family may have to contribute to the cost of these if the plan value is lower
than the at need cost at the time.

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Individual personalisation – by choosing
a prepaid funeral plan, you can decide on the theme of your own funeral
yourself, and ensure that everything is to your taste and personal preference
ahead of the time.

By choosing a local independent funeral director
with Open Prepaid Funerals, you can receive a high-quality experience along
with the expertise required – allowing you to be safe in the knowledge your
funeral is taken care of when the time comes. Simply get in touch with us and
we will arrange an appointment with an Open adviser or you can contact Open
directly on 0330 660 0072 to get the process started