How Do I Organize The Genealogy Information That I’ve Already Found?

I prefer to use the same colour hanging file folders for my paternal surname, installing a tab with BOTH parent’s FULL names (as shown in the example above), and use plain manila-coloured file folders inside that again, one for EACH daughter and her family. My searching for the daughter’s family ends here. It’s basic, but it works. Each file will not only contain your notes on what you’ve found and where… Full Story »

Genealogy And Family Tree Record Keeping For Future Generations

While there is certainly a satisfaction to uncovering family histories… and creating a family tree, one of the most profound benefits of creating a family tree is the ability to pass the information on to future generations. What a valuable asset! And believe me, your family’s future generations… Full Story »

Using Family Tree Software To Aid In Your Genealogy Project

Because we live in the age of technology, there are software programs designed specifically for genealogy projects. Let’s take a look at what this software can do for you, and where to find it. Full Story »

What to do if you discover conflicting genealogy information

So you’re happily plugging along and digging deep into your family tree when all of a sudden you come to an abrupt halt. Your information is conflicting. Perhaps you have one document, which says your great-great grandmother Sue has three children, and another document says she has six. What to do? Full Story »

Using City Directories to Locate Accurate Genealogy Information

Throughout the United States and Canada, many major cities, and even some smaller ones, have been tracking the information of their residents for centuries. In fact, in some of the older major cities in the United States you can find records that date back to the 1700’s. Full Story »

Using Military Records To Build Your Family Tree

Are you trying to build a family tree and searching for information on long lost relatives? Military records may be exactly what you need to fill in the gaps. Whether it’s a good thing or not, almost ever generation in every major country has gone to war. Full Story »

Finding and Understanding Immigration Records

As your family history research progresses, eventually you’re going to find relatives from other countries. At this point, immigration records can be immensely useful. The trick? Finding these records and understanding them. Here’s how. Full Story »