In cemetery management, what does a preneed sale refer to?

A preneed sale refers specifically to the transaction where burial plots or services are sold ahead of the time they are actually needed, allowing individuals to plan and secure these arrangements in advance. This can provide peace of mind to the purchaser and potentially alleviate financial burdens during a difficult time. Preneed arrangements often include not only the plots but also services such as casket purchase, memorialization, and other end-of-life services.

The other options, while related to cemetery management, do not capture the definition of preneed sales. Maintenance service contracts are arrangements for ongoing upkeep of gravesites but do not involve the advance purchase of burial rights. Selling flowers and decorations is a separate retail aspect of cemetery services. Finally, special pricing events for burial services refer to promotional sales and discounts, which are distinct from the concept of securing services or plots before they are needed.