Funeral Directors Life

07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day from all of us here at Funeral Directors Life! 🎆

Our offices are closed today, but we’ll be back on Monday, ready to serve you.

07/02/2025

As state convention season comes to an end, we can’t help but reflect on all the memories we made.

From California to Florida and everywhere in between, we are grateful for the opportunity to attend so many amazing state conventions and visit with you.

We’re already looking forward to seeing you next year!

06/28/2025

Life insurance can be a great option for families. But it can also be stressful for you to process those assignments and wait for payment.

There’s a better way to make insurance assignments work for you and your funeral home!

Learn more with this blog to see how assignments can help your cash flow and improve your service to families.

5 Tips For Better Funeral Home Finances and Service The funeral profession has changed a lot over the years. But for all the changes you’ve navigated, one thing remains the same – your funeral home must remain cash flow positive. That’s easier said than done, though, as your business faces man...

06/26/2025

Choosing a preneed provider can be complicated, so here are some questions to consider:

Should your preneed provider be reliable? Yes.

Responsible? Definitely.

Financially healthy? Absolutely!

Because if your preneed provider isn’t financially healthy, you can be left with headaches, broken promises, and disappointed families.

Visit the link in the comments to find out what makes a financially healthy preneed company.

06/24/2025

Your preneed program is an important part of growing your funeral home's market share and protecting the future of your business.

But more importantly, your preneed program can educate families on why funerals matter.

In episode 2 of The Director’s Playbook, host Paul Lovelace and Tyler Anderson, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Precoa, discuss how a thriving preneed program can benefit your business and the families you serve.

They share how your preneed program can show families the value of a healing and meaningful funeral while setting you up for success today and tomorrow.

Watch or listen wherever you get your podcasts, or click here: https://www.funeraldirectorslife.com/fdtalks/the-directors-playbook-preneed/

06/20/2025

On Take Your Dog to Work Day, we're inspired by the joy our furry friends bring us and our funeral home clients. Their affectionate spirits lift us up as we strive to serve funeral professionals and the families they care for.

Let's celebrate the wonderful pups who accompany us on this meaningful journey, enriching our lives with their unwavering love!

06/18/2025

WHO you choose as your preneed provider is just as important as HOW you sell preneed.

And since not all preneed companies are the same, you need to know which company can best serve you as a trusted partner.

Whether you’re looking for a new provider or haven’t explored your options in a while, visit the link in the comments for a list of what your preneed provider should do for you.

06/17/2025

We are proud to announce that our parent company, Directors Investment Group (DIG), has been named the 8th Best Workplace in Texas!

DIG moved up from #13 in 2024 and has been recognized by Great Place To Work and Fortune for nine consecutive years.

We are truly blessed with a great parent company that supports our people and culture!

Click here for the full announcement: https://hubs.ly/Q03swsHl0

06/15/2025

At Funeral Directors Life, we have several incredible fathers who work tirelessly to support funeral professionals, our customers, and their own families.

To show our appreciation for all they do, we recently surprised these "pops" with fun and refreshing popsicles!

Thank you for all you do, and happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads out there!

06/13/2025

Have you ever met with a family that wanted to skip important aspects of a funeral service?

Communicating the value of a healing funeral to families can be challenging. However, having the tools, resources, and language to change the conversation can make all the difference.

Find out how career-changing training gave Mike and his funeral home staff the confidence to better educate families and positively impact their community.

Read Mike’s story with the link in the comments!

06/10/2025

If you’re looking to sell your funeral business, what’s your top concern?

🤝 Finding the right buyer?
💲 Getting the highest price?
📈 Ensuring a smooth transition?
❤️ Protecting your legacy?

There’s a lot to consider with succession planning. And at some point, every funeral home owner will need a plan.

That’s why episode 1 of our new podcast, The Director’s Playbook, explores this important topic!

Host Paul Lovelace and Jason Gazaille, Vice President of Finance at Funeral Directors Life, break down current trends, the need for a successor, the negative consequences of not having a plan, and more.

Watch or listen here: https://www.funeraldirectorslife.com/fdtalks/the-directors-playbook-succession-planning/

06/09/2025

We're excited to share that Directors Investment Group, our parent company, has just been recertified as a “Great Place To Work” through May 2026!

About this recognition, President & CEO Kris Seale said, “Our team shows up every day with purpose, passion, and a commitment to serve our clients, community, and each other,” Seale continued. “To quote Nehemiah 6:3, we believe that ‘we’re doing a great work, and we cannot come down.’ That shared mission is what makes DIG truly special.”

Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q03rdD7Y0