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Decoding Old Family Photos: What Clues to Look For
Old family photos are treasures that can unlock valuable insights about your ancestors and their lives. However, understanding what these...
Laura Elizabeth
Feb 32 min read
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10 Essential Tips for Mastering Ancestry.com
Ancestry.com is one of the most powerful genealogy tools available, but navigating its vast database can be overwhelming. Even after...
Laura Elizabeth
Jan 292 min read
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The Leeds Method in Genealogy: A Guide to Simplifying DNA Matches
What Is the Leeds Method? The Leeds Method, developed by Dana Leeds in 2018, is a color-coding technique designed to help organize DNA...
Laura Elizabeth
Jan 202 min read
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Discover Your Family History: Genealogy Services Tailored to Your Needs
Are you ready to explore your family’s past but don’t have the time, resources, or expertise to do it yourself? I offer professional...
Laura Elizabeth
Jan 142 min read
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Tracing the Smith Family: A Step-by-Step Example in Genealogy
Smith isn't a real surname in my personal tree but I'm going to use it as an example to show how you might go about starting your...
Laura Elizabeth
Jan 93 min read
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Collecting Information Before You Dive In
So, you’ve decided to start researching your family history. Congratulations! You’re about to embark on a fascinating journey filled with...
Laura Elizabeth
Jan 83 min read
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Finding Military Records
Unearthing Your Family's Past: Using Military Records to Trace Your Ancestors Military records are a treasure trove of information for...
Laura Elizabeth
Jan 43 min read
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Census Records and What They Can Tell You
Unlocking Your Family History: A Guide to Census Records Census records are a treasure trove of information for anyone diving into family...
Laura Elizabeth
Dec 27, 20243 min read
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Unlocking Your Family History: Tips for Beginners
Starting Your Family History Journey: Best Practices for Beginners Embarking on the journey to discover your family history is an...
Laura Elizabeth
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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Popular Genealogy Websites for Beginners
When it comes to genealogy research, the right websites can make all the difference. Here are three of the most popular platforms to...
Laura Elizabeth
Dec 11, 20242 min read
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My Genealogy Journey: Mysteries, Secrets, and Hidden Gems
Genealogy is more than just tracing names on a family tree—it’s about uncovering the stories and connections that shape who we are today....
Laura Elizabeth
Dec 11, 20242 min read
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