Planning in Texas
A place to begin in Texas.
Whether you are arranging a farewell or recording wishes for the future, start with the part you need help with today.
Which path feels right for you?
Information specific to Texas.
Use the state commission’s website to find consumer information and licensing resources.
Texas Funeral Service Commission (opens in a new tab)
When speaking with a provider, ask for an itemized proposal and confirm which services are included. If you are considering a plan paid for in advance, ask who holds the funds and which cancellation or transfer terms apply.
Bring your questions together.
- What is included in the proposed service, and what is separate?
- Who can confirm the arrangements and sign the documents?
- Are there timing considerations relevant to our family’s plans?
- What happens if our preferences or circumstances change?
Keep your questions and shared responsibilities in your free family space.
Explore services when you are ready.
This page brings together planning guidance and official resources. It does not confirm that a provider participates in Hestia or offers online booking. Check each provider’s details, availability, and terms.
Explore service options →Funeral planning and prepaid arrangements in Texas
Planning a farewell and paying for arrangements in advance are different decisions. You can record wishes and compare options before deciding whether a prepaid agreement is right for you.
Where can I learn about prepaid funeral plans in Texas?
The Texas Department of Banking publishes information about prepaid funeral contracts and permitted sellers. Its resources help you understand trust-funded and insurance-funded arrangements. Read the Department of Banking’s prepaid funeral information.
What can I ask before choosing a prepaid plan?
Ask which services are included, whether prices are guaranteed, how the funds are held, and what cancellation or transfer terms apply. The state’s prepaid funeral questions and answers offer further guidance.