by Marissa Morah | Dec 28, 2021 | Business Tips
While death is a constant, how we honor the passing of loved ones changes with time. In the 1860s, people dressed and buried bodies at home. By the 1900s, formal funeral services became the norm, and now, we’re once again witnessing shifting trends in the funeral...
by Marissa Morah | Dec 21, 2021 | Business Tips
When families come to a funeral home, they’ve experienced a tremendous loss – the loss of a loved one. In addition to working through their grief and planning funeral or memorial services, they’re also burdened by issues related to their loved one’s estate, friends,...
by Marissa Morah | Dec 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
When looking to sell your funeral home, taxes should be one of your top considerations. In addition to the expected capital gains taxes, you’ll also have to consider how your real estate and income play into the equation. Especially if you’ve been in business for many...
by Marissa Morah | Dec 10, 2021 | Business Tips
Ultimately, your funeral business is only as strong as its employees. Although you’ve likely cultivated a team of professional and passionate individuals, you’ll want to make sure that your structure allows for their retainment, as well as growth and on-job...
by Marissa Morah | Dec 8, 2021 | Business Tips
While undeniably rewarding, the funeral profession is not without its stressors. Those of us who work in the death care profession have a passion for helping families grieve with the loss of loved ones; however, this same work that we love often drains us. Servicing...
by Marissa Morah | Dec 2, 2021 | Business Tips, Financial Management
Whether you’re just starting to dip your toes into the business or have been working in the profession for years, buying a funeral home is no small feat. In addition to considering the legal and financial concerns that come with brokering a business of any sort,...
by Marissa Morah | Nov 30, 2021 | Sell My Business
If you’ve ever bought or sold a home, then you likely have a basic understanding of the importance of real estate agents and brokers. When you’re looking to buy or sell a funeral home, however, it’s important to consider the role of a funeral home broker. While real...
by Marissa Morah | Nov 12, 2021 | Business Tips, Sell My Business
Whether you’re thinking of investing in a funeral home or looking to expand your portfolio of death care businesses, now is a great time to make that purchase. It’s important, however, to fully vet the funeral homes that you’re curious about. By thoroughly...
by Marissa Morah | Nov 10, 2021 | Business Tips, Financial Management
For many business owners, tax season is a dreaded time of year. Unless you have an accounting degree, the process of getting your financials in order is complicated, and even downright scary. That’s why it’s important to keep a constant record of your funeral home’s...
by Marissa Morah | Nov 5, 2021 | Blog, Sell My Business
When attempting to sell your funeral business, time is rarely on your side. Not only do you have to contend with finding the right buyer, but you also must continue your day-to-day tasks as a funeral director. Moreover, it takes the perfect circumstances to pull off a...
