Original Research

We publish regular studies and conduct surveys to provide you with accurate, reliable, and up-to-date information on insurance topics, senior issues, and end-of-life matters.

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Featured

Study: Where Americans Are Delaying Retirement Most

A detailed study about where seniors in America are delaying retirement the most in each state and working the most hours.

FActs and FIGURES

Life Insurance Statistics, Facts, and Trends For 2025

Get the most current life insurance statistics on the benefits of coverage, evolving consumer beliefs and trends, and the growing insurance industry.

See the trends

See the trends

Annual Funeral Preferences Surveys

2025 US funeral preferences survey with comfort levels and burial trends chart

2025: How Technology Is Reshaping Funeral Preferences

5 minute read

2024 funeral preferences survey showing burial and eco-friendly options percentages

2024: Alternative Burial Options & Preferences Across America

7 minute read

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2023: Inflation’s Impact On American Funeral Decisions

6 minute read

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2022: Americans Are Exploring New Ways To Be Buried

7 minute read

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2021: Life (And Death) After the COVID-19 Pandemic

6 minute read

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2020: The Traditional and Bizarre Ways America Wants To Be Buried

8 minute read

Medicaid Assistance

Map of U.S. states showing Illinois Medicaid and CHIP income eligibility limits

Medicaid Eligibility By State: Map And Income Chart

4 minute read

Infographic showing Medicaid asset limits and individual asset limits by state.

Medicaid Asset Limits By State: Eligibility Guidelines

4 minute read

Final Resting Places Across America

The 150 Scariest Graveyards In The U.S.

2 minute read

The 140 Most Beautiful Hidden Cemeteries in the U.S.

2 minute read

Top 108 Founding Era Landmarks Where People Want Their Ashes Scattered

2 minute read

Which Military Cemetery Do People Want To Visit On Memorial Day?

2 minute read

Survey Reveals America’s Most Cherished Final Resting Places

3 minute read

The Ultimate Resting Place: Where Americans Would Choose to Have Their Ashes Spread

2 minute read

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Public Opinion

Eternal Neighbors: The Famous Figures That Americans Find Most Inspiring

If given the choice, which famous person would you most like to be buried beside? Our survey of over 3,000 people offers a unique angle on American values and interests.

Explore the survey

List of notable individuals with associated cemeteries and dates.

Studies and Surveys

Infographic comparing perceived vs actual funeral costs and related survey data.

The 2025 Funeral Cost Perception Report

3 minute read

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66% Of Young Americans Expect To Benefit From Great Wealth Transfer

4 minute read

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Nearly 3 in 4 Adults Stressed By Prospect Of Caring For Parents

3 minute read

Shield graphic showing 57% errors and 43% correct search results.

AIO Errors Found In Medicare And Life Insurance Answers

8 minute read

Map of U.S. states color-coded by retirement rankings and scores

The 13 Best States To Retire In 2025 (And The 7 Worst)

9 minute read

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Study: Where Americans Are Facing The Most Downsizing Strain

3 minute read

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Where Americans Are Facing The Most Downsizing Strain

4 minute read

End-of-Life Topics

States With The Longest Bucket Lists

4 minute read

Study Unveils Americans’ Choices for Their Last Meal

5 minute read

The Greenest States To Die In

6 minute read

Americans’ (Alternative) Ideal Ways to Spend Their Last Moments

3 minute read

Top 100 Final New Year’s Eve Destinations

3 minute read

Senior Affairs

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Data Shows Where Seniors Are Most and Least Active

4 minute read

Infographic contrasting myths and facts about older adults' living and expenses.

Aging In Place: Statistics + How To Prepare In 2025

5 minute read

Survey Reveals The States Where Seniors Are Loneliest This Winter

3 minute read

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