Short answer: We are building a review process in which licensed professionals check our pages. We have not appointed reviewers yet. When we do, we will publish their names and credentials. Until then, no page claims professional review, and you should confirm important details with a licensed professional.
General information only, not legal or financial advice. Rules vary by state; confirm details with a licensed professional.
Where does this stand?
Honest status
No external reviewer has been appointed. We will not display a reviewer, credential or license number that we have not verified.
What will reviewers check?
| Reviewer | Checks |
|---|---|
| Licensed funeral director | Process steps, terms, practices and local variation |
| Licensed mental health professional | Grief content is supportive, safe and makes no treatment claims |
| Attorney | Legal and consumer-rights statements are accurate and not overstated |
- Facts match cited sources.
- Nothing reads as personal advice.
- Crisis information points to 988.
What happens once reviewers are appointed?
- We publish each reviewer's name, role and credentials, and where it can be verified.
- Reviewed pages show the reviewer and the date.
- Reviewers are not paid by providers listed on the site.
- We keep a record of the review.
Frequently asked questions
Is this content reviewed by a professional now?
No. No reviewer has been appointed. Confirm important details with a licensed professional.
Will you list credentials?
Yes, once reviewers are appointed and we have verified them.
Can I volunteer as a reviewer?
Use the contact page. We will check credentials before anything is published.
Is Funeral Clear a funeral home?
No, Funeral Clear is not a funeral home, and we do not handle arrangements, care for the person's body, or hold funeral funds. We are an information and referral resource that helps families understand their options and connect with licensed local providers. Funeral homes and cremation providers make their own prices, services, and policies. What to do: use our guides to learn what to expect and what to ask, then speak directly with providers, ask for a General Price List, and confirm that any provider you choose is licensed in your state.
How does Funeral Clear make money?
Funeral Clear is a referral resource, and we may be compensated by providers when a family asks to be connected with them. Families do not pay us to use the site, and no provider pays us to change the facts we publish. We want to be clear that compensation can create a conflict of interest, so we encourage you to compare several providers and not rely on any one source, including us. What to do: read the disclosure on our site, ask any provider you contact how they came to be listed, and verify prices and licensing yourself before deciding.
Does it cost anything to use Funeral Clear?
No, it does not cost families anything to read our guides or request information through Funeral Clear. Any payment you make for funeral goods and services is made directly to the provider you choose, not to us. You are never required to use a provider we refer, and there is no obligation. Funeral Clear is a referral resource, not a funeral home, so costs for services are set by each provider. What to do: use our guides to prepare questions, compare at least two or three providers, and ask each for a written, itemized price before you agree to anything.
Does a listing or ranking on Funeral Clear mean a provider is endorsed?
No, a listing or ranking on Funeral Clear is not a guarantee of quality, price, or suitability, and it should not be treated as a personal recommendation. Providers differ, and your needs, budget, and location matter. We encourage you to verify licensing, request the General Price List, and read recent reviews from several sources. Funeral Clear is a referral resource, so our role is to help you ask better questions. What to do: use a listing as a starting point, call the provider to ask questions, and trust your own sense of whether they are responsive, transparent, and respectful of your family's wishes.
How can a funeral home or cremation provider be listed?
Licensed funeral homes and cremation providers can contact Funeral Clear through the provider page to ask about being listed. Providers should hold the required state licenses, publish clear pricing, and follow the FTC Funeral Rule. We can explain how referrals work and how any compensation is handled, so providers know what to expect before they agree to anything. Funeral Clear remains a referral resource, not a funeral home, and does not compete with the providers listed. Listing is not a guarantee of any outcome. What to do: if you are a provider, gather your licenses and your General Price List, and use the contact form on the provider page to start the conversation.
Does Funeral Clear arrange funerals or take payments?
No, Funeral Clear does not arrange funerals, take payment for funeral services, or hold deposits. All arrangements, contracts, and payments are made between you and the funeral home, cremation provider, or cemetery you choose. We provide guidance and information to help you ask better questions. If a person claiming to represent us asks you for money or card details, treat it as suspicious and contact the provider directly to confirm. Our role is limited to information and introductions. What to do: be cautious about anyone who asks for payment through an unfamiliar channel, get every price in writing, and pay the licensed provider directly using a method that gives you a receipt.