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Legally Wed
The Legalities of Getting Married
- Making it All Legal: A Checklist
- Legal Documents Needed to Get Married
- Changing a Name on a Social Security Card
- Find Out When to Get Your Marriage License
How To Change Your Name
Marriage name changes aren't difficult, but you'll need a key documentThe steps for a legal name change based on marriage are the same, whether it is the bride, groom or both partners making a change.... Read More
He Said, She Said: A Guide to Prenuptial Agreements
Understand this important financial and legal agreement before you sign on the dotted line
A prenuptial agreement ("prenup") or premarital agreement is a contract entered into freely by both prospective spouses to define important financial elements and other aspects of their lives after the wedding. Once rare, prenuptial agreements are becoming more common.... Read More
Putting it in Writing
Different Types of Contracts
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Make it official
Getting married has its share of paperwork. In general, marriage licenses can be applied for online in the county in which the marriage will take place or by a visit to the registrar-recorder's office in the county. Check your state and county websites for details.
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Wedding Glossary
WAITING PERIOD
The amount of time legally required between applying for a marriage license and being able to marry. Varies between states.
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