How to Make the Appropriate Changes When You Get Married

There are many changes in information to be made when getting married.

There are many things that will change when you get married - not just your name. Be sure that you make all the appropriate changes that need to be made for legal reasons and financial reasons.

Instructions

1. When making the appropriate changes after you get married, be sure to first ensure that your insurance is up to date and coordinated to reflect whose job the coverage is under and that those bills will be paid.

2. Look to see that any insurance policies, trust funds or any other issues regarding beneficiaries include your new spouse. If you both have insurance through your jobs, be sure to compare the two and pick the better coverage for the least cost.

   If you already have a will when you get married, be sure to make additions to include your spouse. If you do not have a will, the two of you may want to get one - together.

3. The Bible tells us that "A name is more important than silver or gold." Be sure to change your name on all your documents: tax information, employment office, banks, social security, other creditors and your driver's license.

4. Be sure to pay Uncle Sam a little attention too. Change your filing status on your income taxes to "married." This change will have to be made with your employer's human resources department via a W-4.

Tips & Warnings

• Be sure to make plans to make these changes prior to getting married. If not, then do so immediately upon getting married.

• With all the excitement of getting married, do not forget to take care of these appropriate issues immediately.