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EPISODE · Jan 16, 2025 · 16 MIN

What You Need to Know About Funeral Pre-Planning

from Life Happens · host Kim Hegwood

In this episode of Life Happens, host Kim Hegwood welcomes Christen Clayton Beckham to discuss the crucial topic of funeral pre-planning and how it can alleviate stress for families during difficult times. Christen begins by addressing the most important things to know when faced with a loved one’s passing and the steps involved in funeral planning. The conversation delves into veteran death benefits—who is entitled to them and how they can ease the financial burden on families. Christen explains the advantages of pre-planning and pre-paying for a funeral, outlining what tasks remain for loved ones after these preparations have been made. Listeners will also learn why choosing the right funeral home is a critical decision and how it impacts the overall experience. Finally, Christen provides a clear overview of the pre-planning process, including where funds go when pre-paying for funeral arrangements. This episode is packed with practical advice for anyone seeking to plan ahead and ensure peace of mind for themselves and their loved ones. Don’t miss it! Contact Christen: Email: [email protected] Website: www.claytonfuneralhomes.com Phone: (281) 485-4446 About Christen: I am Christen Clayton Beckham and I’m a 4th generation funeral director. My family has been in the business for over 100 years. My dad asked me to come to work for him 10 years ago to take over his pre-planning business so he could focus on being with the families in their time of need. I am passionate about educating people on the benefits of pre-planning, Veterans benefits, and the gift it is to your loved ones. We have family-owned and operated locations in Pearland and La Porte, Texas. _____________________________________________________________________ Contact Kim Hegwood – Elder Law Attorney Website: https://yourlegacylegalcare.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YourLegacyLegalCare LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yourlegacylegalcare Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourlegacylegalcare FREE Books on Dementia Care: https://yourlegacylegalcare.com/books ➡️ Take our 5-minute “Trust the Future” quiz to discover if your independence, wealth, and legacy are truly guaranteed: https://your-legacy-legal-care.involve.me/trust-the-future ⬅️ Your Legacy Legal Care™ 1150 Clear Lake City Blvd., Suite 100, Houston, TX 77062 (281) 218-0880 #preplanning #vabenefits #elderlaw #estateplanning #funeralplanning

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