How I turned a random lead into a documented relative.I'm lucky to have such an uncommon maiden name. Nearly everyone named Iamarino can trace their roots back to the same small town in Italy.Recently,...
6 Steps to Make Your Family Tree 10 Times Better
Ever wish you could look over another genealogist's shoulder to see how she does things?Look at this. I've decided to do everything the right way from the get-go so I don't have to double back and fix...
3 Unique, Key Facts about Every U.S. Federal Census
Diagram of U.S. Census Changes from 1790 to 1940Here's an infographic to show you the states or territories included in each U.S. Federal census, 1790–1940. Knowing these facts can save you from trying...
How to Back Up Your Family Tree Files Automatically
This one decision is my biggest genealogy time-saver.Last December I wrote my list of genealogy goals for 2018. I'm making progress, but at least 2 of my goals will spill over to next year's list.My genealogy...
The Single Best Technique for Reading Old Genealogy Records: Immersion
You may have started dabbling in genealogy years ago or months ago. Think back to the first documents you found for your family. What was the toughest hurdle for you?For most people, it's the handwriting—and...
This Genealogy Report Shows You What's Missing
Update: Family Tree Analyzer is now available for Mac.How would you like a tool that shows you exactly which census forms you haven't found for each person in your family tree?Sound like a time-saver?...
6 Ways to Add Another Generation to Your Family Tree
When you started building your family tree, you may have known only your 4 grandparents' names. What fun it is each time you discover a relative's parents' names. You've added another generation to your...
5 Things to Learn from Your Ancestor's Yearbook
My father-in-law, center, as a tough 17-year-old student.I hope your ancestors weren't like me. In high school I didn't join any clubs, and I played no sports. My yearbooks won't tell you much about me....
A Genealogy Challenge You'll Love
The 1st good clue in my challenge: naturalization papers.What if a simple genealogy challenge could:Show you how good your genealogy skills are?Help you connect with a new friend?Teach you some new research...
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