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How do I get a Certified Marriage Certificate?

The official that performed your marriage ceremony will submit your marriage certificate to a county office for recording. Certified copies of that certificate are typically available ten days after your ceremony. You can personally go to the county office where you applied for your marriage license and request certified copies, or you can request your certificates on line. www.MissNowMrs.com is a site that guides brides through the name-change and marriage certificate request processes.

March 01, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

How do Certified Marriage Certificates relate to name change?

Many state and U.S. government offices require a certified marriage certificate to be provided as proof of marriage before they will legally change a person's name. Examples of the offices needing certified marriage certificates include: all state DMVs, the Social Security Administration, and the State Department (to issue a name change on a U.S. passport). In addition to government offices many banks and creditors must be sent a certified marriage certificate to allow their customers to change their names on accounts.

February 28, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

How do I know if I have a Certified Marriage Certificate?

Certified marriage certificates will have a raised state and/or county seal on them. The seal ensures that the certificate is a legitimate copy of the original marriage certificate. If your document does not have a seal, it will not be accepted as a certified copy.

February 27, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

What is a Marriage Certificate?

A marriage certificate is a legal document issued by the county your marriage took place in. It is proof that a marriage ceremony was conducted for the two individuals listed on the certificate.

February 26, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

How to Change Your Name Post-Wedding Continued

Update your U.S. Passport. You will need to fill out an application for a name change on your passport and have new photos taken. The fee will depend on how long you have had your current passport.
Notify the Post Office. If you have moved due to your recent marriage make sure to notify the United States Postal Office of your new residence by filling out a brief form.
Name Change the Easy Way. Use MissNowMrs.com to complete all of your state and U.S. government forms in three easy steps: Questions, Forms, File.
Change your personal paperwork. This includes notifying your bank, credit cards, utilities, title and registration of your vehicle(s), all types of insurance (health, life, auto, home, ect.), professional certifications, voter registration, memberships, ect.
Start using your new name. Introduce yourself with your new name, change your name on your voice mail and answering machine, sign your new name on emails or letters, and consider buying yourself something with your new initials on it: jewelry, stationary, or clothing are great examples.

February 23, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

How to Change Your Name Post-Wedding

Get a few copies of your certified marriage certificate. You will need to use them as legal proof of your marriage.
Get a Social Security Card with your new name. You will need to complete an application and submit it with proof of identity and proof of legal name change.
Update your driver's license or ID from your state DMV. Each state has a process for name change on a driver's license or ID card. Make sure to bring your current license/ID, proof of legal name change, and proof of residence if you have moved. It is also a good idea to wear something cute, since your photo will be re-taken.
Notify the IRS of your name change. You will need to complete a form to notify the IRS. This ensures that when you file your taxes under your new name or jointly with your husband the IRS will not hold your returns while they investigate who you are (ex: We have Caroline Green on file, but not a Caroline Smith with this SSN).

February 22, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

How to Change Your Name Pre-Wedding

Take some time to consider what name-change avenue you will be taking and discuss it with your future mate.
Tell your family and wedding attendants of your planned name change. They will then be able to advise anyone asking monogramming or gift-personalization questions before the wedding.
**Please make your honeymoon travel plans and reservations using your maiden name. You will not have time to change your driver's license and passport prior to your trip.**
Inform your employer of your intended name change so they can begin the process of changing your email, business cards, and any other items bearing your maiden name.
Consider using a website such as www.missnowmrs.com to help you prepare for your name change.

February 20, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

Ways to Compromise on Name Change

Hyphenate your last name with your husband's. He can keep his name the same or add yours too. You can also choose whose name should be first in the hyphenation.
You can keep your maiden name as your middle name. This option allows you to change your last name, but still keep your maiden name as part of your title.
Adding your maiden name as a second middle name is also a possibility. If you have a long middle and maiden name, consider that this option may make your name quite a mouthful.
Using your maiden name as your child's first or middle name to preserve family history is also a popular choice. If your name was Sophia Carlin you could name your child Henry Carlin Green or Carlin Henry Green.
Your husband could take your last name. While this is not the most common choice it is a great way for a man to support his wife and potentially escape a terrible last name of his own.
Change your name legally and use it socially, but use your maiden name professionally. You can be Mrs. Green at school and church, but still be addressed as Ms. Smith at work.

February 16, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (3) | TrackBack (0)

Reasons Not to Change Your Name After Marriage

You may have established yourself in a career and depend on name recognition for your business and reputation.
You may not believe in the politics of women changing their last names after marriage since men don't have the same expectation.
Your identity may be closely tied to your name and you don't want to lose your sense of self.
You may be the last person to carry on your family name and want to make sure it lives on.
Your husband's last name may be difficult to pronounce or create an annoying joke when combined with your first name (ex: Mrs. Mary Christmas).

February 15, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

Preferred Sites & Professionals

At MissNowMrs.com we have had the opportunity to work with many great websites and meet some outstanding wedding professionals. We thought you might benefit from a list of our favorites, so here they are:

Professionals & Businesses:

Tracy Bloom Schwartz - Weddings, Events, Invitations, and more: www.CreativeParties.com

Mervis Diamond Importers - Simply the best retailer for diamonds: www.mervisdiamonds.com

Main Event Caterers - Great caterer in the Maryland/Virginia Area: www.maineventcaterers.com

The Perfect Event - Fantastic event planner with hourly fee options: www.jackieduccievents.com

SuperbCuisines - Superb caterer with attention to personal relationships: www.superbcuisines.com

At Your Service of Maryland - Personal concierge service for busy MD brides: www.AtYourServiceMD.com

Big Day Entertainment - Offers the largest selection of Bands, DJs, and Musicians in the tri-state area: www.BigDayWeddingCenter.com

Sites:

WeddingInfos.com - Wedding directory and resource guide on the web

Honeymoon Registry

Wedding Manor
Your source for Wedding Planning, WeddingManor.com!

Find Unique Wedding Cakes
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