Under what condition can funds be withdrawn from the prearrangement funeral service trust?

Funds can be withdrawn from the prearrangement funeral service trust when services covered by the contract have been provided. This aligns with the purpose of a prearrangement trust, which is to ensure that the financial resources set aside for future funeral services are only used when those services are actually rendered. By stipulating that funds can be accessed only once the contracted services are provided, this safeguard helps ensure that the intended use of the funds is honored and that the beneficiaries receive the promised funeral services without financial complications.

This condition protects both the consumer's investment and the integrity of the funeral arrangement process. It prevents premature access to the funds, thereby ensuring they remain available to cover the costs that were prearranged and agreed upon in the contract.