Rules and transfers
Cemetery plot rules
Transfer fees, resale rules, and state-by-state differences, in plain language.
Start here
What are the rules for transferring a cemetery plot?
A cemetery plot transfer is not a real-estate closing. Here is what is really being transferred, who has to approve it, and what to ask before you buy or sell.
4 min read
State guides
Resale and transfer rules state by state.
Can you resell a cemetery plot in California?
California generally allows cemetery plot resale, but the rules differ for public cemetery districts and private cemeteries. Check with the cemetery or district before you list.
2 min read
Can you resell a cemetery plot in Florida?
Florida lets you resell interment rights you own, but the cemetery company has to execute the title transfer and can charge a fee to do it. Read this before you list or buy in Florida.
3 min read
Can you resell a cemetery plot in New York?
New York gives the cemetery the first chance to buy a plot back before it can go to an outside buyer, and only vacant lots qualify. Read this before you list or buy in New York.
3 min read
Can you resell a cemetery plot in Texas?
Texas generally allows cemetery plot resale. The cemetery may charge a transfer fee and may have the first option to buy the plot back.
1 min read
Can you resell a cemetery plot in Virginia?
Virginia law only permits cemetery plot resale when it is at-need and handled through a licensed funeral establishment or the cemetery company. Read this before you list or buy a plot in Virginia.
2 min read