Quick Steps to changing your last name after the "I Do"

So you've said "I Do". Now what? Most bride, myself included, dread the fact you have to fill out massive amounts of paper work to change your last name. With these easy steps and advice this hair pulling task can be just as easy as saying "yes". 

1. Get your marriage license 
Before you can change your name, you'll need the original (or certified) marriage license with the raised seal and your new last name on it. Call the clerk's office where your license was filed to get copies if one wasn't automatically sent to you.

2. Change your Social Security card
Visit the Social Security Administration's website and fill out the application for a new Social Security card. You'll keep the same number -- just your name will be different. Mail in your application to the local Social Security Administration office. You should get your new card within 10 business days.

3. Change your license at the DMV
Take a trip to the local Department of Motor Vehicles office to get a new license with your new last name. Bring every form of identification you can lay your hands on -- your old license, your certified marriage license and -- most important -- your new Social Security card.

4. Also, make sure you change your name on:

Legal Stuff:

• Banking information
• Checks
• Credit Cards
• Passport
• Student Loans
• Vehicle titles
• Mortgages
• Voter registration

Personal:

• Insurance cards (health, auto, home, etc)
• Utility companies (Power, Water, cable, cell phone, security, etc)
• Gym membership
• Social media profiles (Linkedin, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, etc)
• Home address labels
• Apartment rental contracts

Work related:

• Payroll – Talk to HR; or check your company website
• Email address
• Business cards
• Email signature