Free Name Change Checklist

Congratulations on your marriage! If you’ve decided to change names the process can feel overwhelming. The good news is that the only proof you need of your new name is your marriage certificate. There’s no ‘registration’ of your new name, simply start using it! 

Who do I need to notify?

Newlyweds have anywhere from 10 to over 50 different companies to notify. And just when you think you’ve completed your name change, a few months later a forgotten policy or account pops up! Keep on top of your name change notifications with our FREE CHECKLIST.  Easily sort through 1,000 organizations across 12 different categories. We’ll email your unique and beautifully created personalized checklist so you know who to notify and can keep track of your progress.

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Are records linked?

A small number of agencies link records from the SSA, including the IRS and Medicare. State DMVs will pull your SSA record so they can match the name on your replacement driver’s license, but this does not happen automatically. All state DMVs require you to attend a branch in person so they can witness your signature, take a photo and collect the duplicate license fee. The SSA and some state DMVs have a special form to complete.

No other records are linked, so you need to contact all companies on your checklist to learn the process, get their form or complete the required paperwork. Our average customer has 24 companies to notify. Allowing 20 minutes per company, it will take 8 hours to do all the research and paperwork.

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