The California State Department of Consumer Affairs is responsible for the licensing and regulation of all funeral-directing activities in the state.  The Federal Trade Commission also regulates funeral services. When areas of misunderstanding occur, the consumer should discuss problems with the funeral director first. If the dispute cannot be resolved, the consumer may wish to contact the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Cemetery and Funeral Bureau, 1625 N. Market Blvd., Ste. S-208, Sacramento, CA 95834.   To contact call  916-574-7870.

Pre-arranging a funeral is one of the more thoughtful decisions an individual can make for his or her survivors. It ensures that your funeral preferences and desires will be respected upon your death.

To make informed choices, you should know what you want; how much you can afford to pay; what guarantees are provided on merchandise and services; what happens if you move and want to change funeral homes; the tax consequence of the funding arrangements, if any; and if you are protected against inflation.

Your selections and preferences will determine the cost. You may elect to pre-fund the cost through insurance or a special funeral trust. Most funeral directors offer inflation-proof funding vehicles that allow you to arrange exactly the kind of service you desire, at today‘s prices, and be assured of adequate funds at the time of need.

For additional information visit our Pre Arrangement Section.