5 Things to Know About What to Do with Cremains After Cremation
After the death of a loved one, there are many important decisions you have to make. You'll need to make arrangements for a burial and/or local cremation.
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July 2026
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March 2026
A Complete Guide to Cremation Costs in California: What You Should and Shouldn’t Be Paying For
While families and friends work through the grief after a loved one passes away, another burden that’s rarely discussed is the financial deficit that funerals can put families in.
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February 2026
Californians: Quickly Get a Death Certificate Online with VitalChek Services
As the only external processor authorized by agencies across the nation for ordering vital records online, VitalChek is by far the best solution for funeral homes that order death certificates as a service, reducing the wait time from weeks to days.
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February 2026
E-Commerce and the End-of-Life Industry: A Complete Guide to Online Funeral Planning
With nearly everything available for online purchase today, from mattresses to groceries, more and more industries are adapting their businesses to e-commerce, including the cremation industry.
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January 2026
What Is Aquamation? A Unique and Eco-Friendly Approach to Final Disposition
Aquamation is an alternative to cremation also known as alkaline hydrolysis. As the name suggests, aquamation is a water-based method of final disposition that has been gaining popularity in recent years.
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December 2025
General Price Lists, Cremation, and Consumer Protection Legislation in California
During the process of planning a funeral, you might come across the phrase “General Price List.” A General Price List (GPL) is a short, one-page sheet that includes all of the costs associated with the funeral or cremation services you are considering.
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June 2025
How Long Does Cremation Take? The Complete Timeline for Los Angeles and Orange County Families
When dealing with the death of a loved one, it’s important to understand the timeline so families can plan and make arrangements.
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May 2025
The Definitive Guide to Scattering Ashes in California 2026
California families have many options when it comes to scattering ashes in the Golden State: From the world’s tallest trees to historic landmarks, from national parks to urban beaches, you’re sure to find a place that celebrates your loved one's life in a fitting way.
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January 2022
Death Certificates: Everything You Need to Know
A death certificate is important because when it comes to closing accounts and taking care of an individual’s finances, the certificate is proof that what you are doing is legal. However, before you receive a death certificate, you must register the death.
