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Birth, Marriage and Death Records

Finding Genealogy Details in Death Certificates Premium

Death certificates can clue you in to more than just when and where an ancestor passed away. Learn how to uncover more details in these historical records.

How to Search the Social Security Death Index Premium

Find your deceased 20th-century ancestors using the free Social Security Death Index. Learn how to search the indexed death records online with these tips.

Tips for Analyzing Historical Obituaries Premium

Learn details about your ancestor's death and his place in the community with obituaries and death notices. These tips will help you find and understand them.

Genealogy Q&A: Researching Birth Records Premium

Have tough questions about birth records? From restricted access to researching "illegitimate" ancestors to recording births at sea, our genealogy records experts have the answers!

Finding Unexpected Genealogy Details in Vital Records Premium

If carefully reviewed, birth, marriage and death records can contain a wealth of information. Here are some unexpected details in vital records.

Case Study: Conflicting Birthdates in Genealogy Records Premium

Conflicting birth dates can be especially difficult to resolve. Here is a case study and tips from genealogy expert Sunny Morton.

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How to Find Your Ancestor’s Parents Without Birth or Marriage Certificates

Without the right records, you might struggle to take your family tree back another generation. Here's how you can find your ancestor's parents without birth or marriage certificates.

The 5 Easiest States for Accessing Vital Records Premium

When it comes to ease of obtaining your ancestors' vital records, not all states are created equal. Here are five states that make it simple to get them.

How to Read and Understand Marriage Bonds

Marriage bonds are separate documents from marriage licenses, and can contain new clues to use in researching your ancestors. Here's what to look for.

Case Study: Identifying Woman’s Parents with Brother’s Delayed Birth Record Premium

Contributing Editor Sunny Morton explains how she used collateral research technique and a delayed birth record to identify an ancestor’s parents—who were also her neighbors.

Untangling Your Ancestor’s State-Level Vital Records Premium

Wildly varying access rules and availability make a tangled maze of your ancestors’ state-level vital records. Let us guide you through.

9 Kinds of Ancestor Death Records You Should Look For

It's genealogy standard practice to start with death records. In this article, you'll learn key tips for finding and using different types of death records.