151 S Main St, Bellingham, MA, 02019
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.
Know Your Rights
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Average in Massachusetts
$3,119 – $9,810
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $3,119–$9,810. If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
“Very professional and highly recommended. Leslie was the sweetest woman I ever dealt with for a funeral. Everyone at the services were very nice and understanding of all the issues I had. Thank you to the people at Cartier's in Bellingham MA”
— Karen Smith
“Let’s face it nobody wants to deal with planning a funeral but if you have to Cartier’s Funeral Home in Bellingham MA does it with class and elegance. My son passed away suddenly last year and they helped me along the entire way. They are the most giving and empathetic people I have met. Leslie and Francis are two of the most professional people I have had to deal with in this nightmare. Recently my mom passed and again everything was perfect and planned so well by them. They spend ample time with you and you never feel rushed. They are highly recommended.”
— Robin Crane
“We recently attended a wake there and wouldn't recommend it. Looks like whatever money they've made from this business has never been re-invested. Carpets were dirty, everything was dated...But the worst was that there was no ramp for anyone that has mobility issues to enter the building. When asked about this they said they had some type of lift they could bring outside to put a wheel chair on... I chose to climb the stairs but it was painful for me. After I had been there an hour or so I had to use the bathroom. When I asked where it was I was told it was "downstairs"....a long flight down and I knew it would be difficult for me to manage. Although I would have liked to stay till the end to support my family members I had to leave because there were no accessible bathroom facilities. So sad...consider this before you decide to use Cartier's Funeral Home in Bellingham Ma.”
— Annette Briand
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
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