ABILENE, TX — Funeral Directors Life (FDL) is excited to share that it will increase average growth rates by 25 basis points, or 0.25%, on all new business sold through its preneed product offerings. Starting November 1, 2026, the new rates will be applied automatically.

As funeral expenses and the cost of doing business continue to rise, this increase reflects FDL’s financial strength and commitment to helping funeral homes protect profitability while preparing for the future.

“On top of serving families as best they can, funeral professionals have also had to balance rising business costs and changes to the market,” said Kris Seale, President and CEO of Funeral Directors Life. “Increasing growth rates helps us offer funeral homes greater preneed value and strengthen their businesses, which are two things we’re deeply passionate about.”

Growth rates play an important role in helping preneed plans keep pace with future funeral service costs. In addition to competitive preneed products, FDL provides sales, marketing, accounting, financial, and technology services to help funeral homes grow their business and serve families.

“A competitive growth rate provides a lot of financial value to our funeral home clients, but that’s just the start,” Seale said. “A strong preneed program takes a thoughtful strategy, consistent outreach, and the right support to create lasting growth. We want to help funeral homes put all of those pieces together.”

 Current FDL customers do not need to take any action to receive the increased rate on new preneed business sold. Funeral professionals interested in learning more can schedule a meeting with our team or fill out the form below.

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