There are very good reasons to plan your end-of-life arrangements ahead of time. First, it ensures your wishes are known and saves your family from either making difficult decisions during a trying time, or finding conflict among themselves based on their interpretation of what you would have wanted. Second, it provides peace of mind. You can rest assured that your final wishes will be carried out and that you’ve made a difficult time easier for your family. And, third, should you choose to pre-pay for your final arrangements, it eliminates financial uncertainty for those you leave behind.