5 Genealogy “Crimes” You Should Forgive Yourself For (Plus Some You Shouldn’t)
Here are a few genealogy "crimes" that you should be able to get away with. Plus, a few crimes where we’ll let you off with a warning—this time!
Read MoreHow to Use Search Engines for Genealogy Research
Here are some tips for using search engines effectively for finding valuable information about your ancestors.
Read More366 Genealogy Tasks: Your Day-by-Day 2024 Research Plan
These simple genealogy tips will help you organize your search and make 2024 your best research year yet.
Read More6 Tips for Proving Your Ancestor’s Identity (+ Common Errors) Premium
You’ll need more than a name to prove a person in a record is your ancestor. These tips and case study will help you.
Read MoreSix Tips for Staying Focused While You Research
Genealogy research is fraught with distractions. Follow these six tips to stay focused and maximize your research time.
Read MoreHow to Research Witnesses and Bondsmen in Genealogy Records Premium
Take your research down new paths by studying the witnesses and bondsmen named in records. Learn when they were needed and what they can reveal.
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How to Become a Dual Citizen Using Genealogy Premium
Your research might allow you to claim citizenship by descent in your immigrant ancestor’s country of origin. Here’s what you should know.
Read MoreHow to Fact-Check Family Stories in Three Case Studies Premium
It's an unfortunate truth that sometimes, cherished family stories turn out to be tall tales. Separate truth from fiction in your family lore with the tips in these three case studies.
Read MoreHow Software Can Help You Build Your Family Tree
Family tree software can help you build your family tree and preserve your work. This guide explores why software is preferable to online trees.
Read More7 Steps for Fact-Checking Online Family Trees Premium
Determine if the information you find in online family trees (such as those at Ancestry.com, FamilySearch and MyHeritage) is accurate.
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