Title: Average cost of a funeral in 2021 (Itemized breakdown) | finder.com
Headings: How much does a funeral cost in 2021?
How much does a funeral cost in 2021?
Funerals come with a hefty price tag — but a life insurance policy can help to cover the costs.
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What is the average cost of a funeral in the US?
What costs are involved with a funeral?
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Katia Iervasi is a staff writer who hails from Australia and now calls New York home. Her writing and analysis has been featured on sites like Forbes, Best Company and Financial Advisor around the world. Armed with a BA in Communication and a journalistic eye for detail, she navigates insurance and finance topics for Finder, so you can splash your cash smartly (and be a pro when the subject pops up at dinner parties). Ask an Expert
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