Name change kit

amor_eterno

Has anyone purchased the name change kit from The Knot or any other website?  If so, did you think it was worth it?  I'm trying to do all my name changes in the next week or so, so I'm trying to find the easiest to do it all at once.  TIA!

kermiefrg

It's not worth it and you don't need it.? Just go to the SS and fill out the paperwork and then go to the DMV.? Once you have those done, you can call your credit cards, insurance, mortgage, etc.

Cole0702

I agree with PP, its so not worth it!

Xtina712

I used www.bridelaw.com (I think I posted this last week).  It's free and tells you a list of all the things to change and has direct links to the Soc Secruity Forms, IRS forms, passport forms, etc.  I found it helpful.

chi-wine-lady

Yeah, I bought it from the knot.  Didn't think it was worth it.  Just do your SS and DL first, then bank and credit accounts, mortgage, utilities, frequent flyer accounts... pretty easy and straight forward.

amor_eterno

Thanks ladies!

 

jebarrs

PP's are correct. Definitely not worth the money.

FYI, when it comes to credit cards, debit/bank cards, car insurance, etc. you may need copies of your marriage license. Just order a certified copy (or two) from your county clerk, and then make photocopies of it to give out when needed to the various companies as you go about changing names on all your cards. I know I had to provide a few photocopies of the license for my various credit and bank cards.

KareBear1018

I just started the name-change process today.  So far it has been painless.  I picked up two certified copies of our marriage license from the court house and then went to the SS office to sumbit their form.  They told me I should receive the new SS card in the mail in 10 days, which then I will go to the DMV.  I'm not sure what is included in the kit, but I would also guess that it is not needed or worth the cost.