by Admin | Sep 2, 2022 | Business Management, Business Tips
When running a funeral home, your first priority will always be the families you serve; however, in order to do this safely, you’ll need to abide by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety requirements for funeral homes. By complying with federal...
by Vince Roberge | Aug 25, 2022 | Business Management, Business Tips
In the funeral business, your team is arguably the most important element of your services. While everybody appreciates updated facilities and fair pricing, the people you employ offer families emotional support that create lasting loyalty. And unlike embalming or...
by Marissa Morah | Aug 11, 2022 | Business Management, Business Tips
During the pandemic, funeral businesses deployed extraordinary measures to stay afloat. We adapted to virtual gatherings, embraced the rising popularity of cremation, and––for many––weathered the storm of staffing shortages. As we reach the back end of 2022 and fall...
by Marissa Morah | Aug 10, 2022 | Blog
It’s important in every stage of your career in the funeral service to realize you’ve never reached your peak of learning. Afterall, society continues to evolve which leads to family’s needs changing. We saw this happen in just the past two years with all of the...
by Marissa Morah | Aug 4, 2022 | Business Tips, Financial Management
There’s nothing more rewarding than freeing up cashflow or growing your business through the acquisition of another location. The key is how you do this without putting yourself in a worse spot than you started. Here’s what you need to know: What...
by Marissa Morah | Aug 1, 2022 | Blog, Business Management, Financial Management
Commercial loan interest rates are rising, but they’re still historically low. This leaves many funeral directors wondering: Is it time to refinance? Refinancing your funeral home’s debt to a lower rate can help free up cash flow, increase your financial flexibility,...
by Marissa Morah | Jul 1, 2022 | Business Management, Financial Management, Opportunity
Every funeral director understands the importance of tracking their money, and many take on accounting duties themselves; however, there is much more to accounting than tracking revenue and expenses in preparation for tax season. When implemented properly, accounting...
by Marissa Morah | Jun 28, 2022 | Valuations
More than a prerequisite for selling your funeral home, a valuation is an essential component of understanding where your business stands. By taking the time to analyze your funeral home’s position in the marketplace, you can more effectively plan for the future,...
by Marissa Morah | Jun 16, 2022 | Business Tips, Customer Experience
To run a successful funeral home, you must provide an exceptional experience for families every time. Beyond facilitating a memorial service, your staff should provide for the emotional and logistical issues that come with a loved one’s passing. With that said, it’s...
by Marissa Morah | Jun 13, 2022 | Business Management
Watching your financials is key to running a successful funeral home; however, most business owners fail to do so properly — choosing to focus mainly on quarterly taxes instead of more frequent check-ins. The reality is that conducting monthly financial reviews...
