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Resources for Funeral Homes
Building Trust: 8 Key Practices to Secure Customer Data in Your New Business
In the funeral industry, the confidentiality and security of customer information are paramount....
A Century of Caring: Navigating Family Dynamics, Grief & Marketing in the Death Care Industry
WilbertEDU will be presenting on February 8: "A Century of Caring: Navigating Family Dynamics,...
What Small Businesses Should Watch Out For with AI
Artificial intelligence can be a valuable tool in your toolbox for business needs. However,...
Pay-Per-Click: Worth the Ad Spend?
By Faith Bennett “Should I run Google Ads this year?” As you begin creating your 2024 marketing...
Resources for Individuals
Thoughtful Ways to Prioritize Emotional and Mental Wellness
Embarking on a journey to enhance your mental well-being can be both exciting and rewarding. By...
How to Start Fresh in a New Place After a Loss
6 ways to start fresh in a new place after losing a loved one
What to Do When One Parent Needs Assisted Living and the Other Doesn’t
Aging is not for the faint of heart. And watching your loved ones age can be difficult, too,...
Effective Strategies for Caregivers Balancing Work and Family
As a caregiver for a senior loved one, finding equilibrium between your caregiving...
Memorials
Alton Wayne Speer
Alton Wayne Speer, of Rector, passed away on March 12, 2024 at the age of 76. He was born on...
Recent News
2024 Convention Schedule Announced!
Join us for the most impactful and dynamic event of the year – the AFDA 2024 Convention! We're thrilled to announce that the schedule...
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Homesteaders Life Company
Homesteaders Life Company, a mutual company owned by its policyholders, is a national leader providing products and services to promote and support the funding of advance funeral planning and end-of-life expenses. As a mutual company, we’re dedicated to ensuring the security of policyholders’ funeral funds and keeping our promises to provide dependable preneed funding. Our commitment to always doing the right thing is one of the many reasons we are the most often-used preneed funding company in America.
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