by Renaissance Funeral Home | Feb 7, 2022 | PrePlan
Individual taxpayers cannot deduct funeral expenses on their tax returns. The IRS allows deductions for medical expenses to prevent or treat a medical illness or condition but not funeral or cremation costs. Alternatively, tax deductions do exist for the estate of a...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Jan 4, 2022 | Cremation
Whether you choose cremation or burial for your end-of-life plans, there are pros and cons to each. Many more people in the US choose cremation over burial now vs. in the 1950s. The desire for cremation services has increased partly due to less religious taboo but...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Dec 21, 2021 | Cremation
Finding a provider for a simple cremation without all the extras may feel daunting. However, you don’t have to skimp on quality and service to find a simple solution for cremation services. Some cremation providers will work within your budget constraints to help you...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Dec 9, 2021 | Grief
When someone you love nears the end of life due to a chronic condition, you may feel a myriad of emotions or nothing at all. Anticipatory grief occurs when you struggle with difficult emotions because of the situation you find yourself in: soon, you will say goodbye...
by Renaissance Funeral Home | Nov 30, 2021 | Funeral Prep, Green Burial, PrePlan, Traditional Burial
Historic Oakwood cemetery in the middle of Raleigh, North Carolina is uniquely situated amid rolling hills and valleys with an abundance of gracefully swaying trees. In the fall, the colorful leaves give the entire area a majestic beauty. As you walk through the...
