89 Chapel of Faith Dr, Candler, NC, 28715
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 North Carolina
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,246–$7,063. 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.
“Want to thank Savannah for being such a kind and helpful asset in our time of grief. She was helpful in aiding us and answered the questions we had. Also, want to thank the people that had a hand in handling my dad's body through the process. The care they showed from start to finish was so helpful and minds at ease, knowing he was in great hands. Received his ashes toda, and you can see the care that was taken to ensure a beautiful reception. Thank you so much.”
— Alan White
“We unexpectedly lost our son in Sept. 2018 and Paul and the rest of the staff at A Simple Cremation were able to help guide us through the process of determining how best to handle our final decisions with our son with compassion and kindness. They were more than willing to accommodate our needs and did so with consideration and sensitivity. They did their best to help us through an unbearable situation. We are forever thankful.”
— Alexis A
“The people who came to my home were disrespectful, inconsiderate and culturally tone deaf - cheerfully walked in my door asking “how’s everyone feelin’?!” while we sat next to my dead mother, as if we were all getting ready for a field day in the sun. They made assumptions about who they were to be speaking to, legally, about processes - which led to misunderstandings that could have been avoided had they had the decency to ask and establish the rightful point of contact. They ignored me when I spoke up and instead conversed with male in our household, for whatever reason. They didn’t bother asking about any cultural practices and crossed several ignorant lines as a result. Nobody explained any expectations to us, it took nearly two weeks for them to get the paperwork sorted out and nobody called to let us know when her ashes were ready. Apparently, prices fluctuate because there’s no ethical cap on how much you can charge anybody and they move the price points. Also, prepare yourself because everyone you speak to will try and upsell their products and services to you even if you tell them exactly what you want to start with and ask them to respectfully NOT treat it like a chance to make more profit on the exploitation of your family’s grief - they absolutely will do this every chance they get because making profit is their priority and objective and that’s made extremely clear. If you need an affordable option, this is pretty much all you have in WNC and it’s a shame. My heart and condolences to anyone who uses this business as a last and only resort - may your experience be better quality and your loved one be respected.”
— S Nobody
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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