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The Cost Of: Final expenses

Funeral costs are also on the rise, with families paying more for everything from burial plots and caskets to cremation services and memorial arrangements.

Nick Meidanis

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Oct 30, 2026, 12:18 PM

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The cost of living isn't the only expense putting pressure on family budgets.

Funeral costs are also on the rise, with families paying more for everything from burial plots and caskets to cremation services and memorial arrangements. As prices continue to climb, many are facing difficult financial decisions while grieving the loss of a loved one.

News 12's Nick Meidanis takes a closer look at what's driving the increase in funeral expenses and how families are adapting to the growing costs of saying goodbye.

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