THE FTC FEDERAL FUNERAL RULE

The FTC's Funeral Rule is a regulation that governs the practices of funeral providers in the United States.

The rule requires funeral providers to disclose detailed information about their prices and services to consumers.

Funeral providers must provide an itemized price list that outlines the cost of each service and product they offer.

The price list must include prices for basic services such as transportation of the body, embalming, and preparation of the body, as well as prices for caskets and other funeral merchandise.

Funeral homes are also required to disclose any legal requirements that may affect the funeral arrangement.

Funeral providers must provide consumers with a written statement that describes their rights under the rule.

Consumers have the right to choose only the services and merchandise they want and to receive a written price list before discussing funeral arrangements.

Consumers have the right to use an alternative container for cremation.

The purpose of the FTC's Funeral Rule is to help consumers make informed decisions when arranging a funeral and to protect them from unfair and deceptive practices by funeral providers.

The rule allows consumers to purchase caskets, vaults, and other funeral-related merchandise from sources other than the funeral home and have them delivered to the funeral home.

Funeral providers are not allowed to refuse or charge extra fees for using outside merchandise or services.

Some funeral homes may have policies that limit or restrict the use of outside merchandise and services.