Last Writes / Good Grief
Funeral consumer rights, cemetery history, why wills matter, and more. Good Grief demystifies death-related topics so families know their options.
Education
What's actually happening in deathcare right now—the financial toll, estate admin burden, AI griefbots, and what Americans want vs. what they're getting.
Education
Body transport across state lines is expensive and confusing. Here's how it works, what it costs, and the one call that can save your family thousands.
Education
“Passed away” may sound gentler, but it can distance us from the reality of death. This piece explores why language matters, how euphemisms shape fear and avoidance, and why saying “died” can be...
Taxes · Education
Handling taxes after death can feel overwhelming. This guide explains who’s responsible, which forms are required, and how to make sure final returns are filed correctly for a loved one’s estate.
Education · Probate
Here are some of the best ways to avoid probate. Try these 4 easy estate planning moves. Learn how POD/TOD accounts, TOD deeds, and living trusts can save your family time and money.
Education
Let’s talk about green burial options and learn more about a growing option with the company Earth.
Education · History
Ever wandered through a cemetery on vacation? You’re not alone. From Paris’ catacombs to mushroom-shaped cremation towers in Thailand, death tourism is on the rise. Whether it’s curiosity,...
History · Education
Cemetery vs a Graveyard- do you know the difference?
Education
The Funeral Rule: Your Right to Funeral Pricing Info
Education · Guide
What do you actually do when someone dies? It’s a question no one wants to think about—until it happens. And then, you’re suddenly in the deep end with no manual.
Education · History
Fascinating history of embalming in the US
Education
60 percent of U.S. adults living with children have not created a Will.
History · Education
The History of the Death Certificate: How We Started Recording the End
Newsletter
Get practical guidance for the tasks and paperwork after someone dies.
