To which type of funeral home can a preneed funeral contract be transferred?

A preneed funeral contract can be transferred to any licensed funeral home because state regulations typically require that funeral services be performed by entities that have met specific licensing requirements. Licensed funeral homes are held to standards of practice and ethics that ensure they can competently fulfill the obligations outlined in a preneed contract, such as care of the body, provision of services, and associated activities.

This transferability ensures that the consumer's rights and wishes are upheld, regardless of the original funeral home’s status. For example, if a consumer has set up a preneed contract with one funeral home but later wishes to transfer that contract to another, only licensed funeral homes are authorized to take over that responsibility, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.

The other options, such as non-licensed funeral homes or online services that do not provide direct care, don't meet the regulatory requirements imposed by the state, which is why transfer to them is not permissible. Such regulations are in place to protect consumers and ensure that all funeral services adhere to the necessary health, safety, and professional standards.