Friday, October 30, 2009

walmart wants you to save even when you're dead.


(Photo: BBC News)

Walmart is selling coffins.
As much as we could jazz that up with some witty joke - it's pretty ridiculous on its own.

BBC News reported that the retailer is allowing customers to pay for their coffins 12 months early with no interest and they can be sent within 48 hours - talk about convenience!

The coffins range from $895 for a steel one to a bronze model at $2,889 - practically a bargain.

So - Walmart coffins. Should funeral homes be concerned? Do you think this might be a good idea, making the grieving and funeral-planning process a little easier on the pocketbook?

For more information, check out: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/business/8333198.stm