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How to research and find an illegitimate ancestor is challenging for the most seasoned genealogy researcher. Explore these tips and types of records for clues to your ancestor's parents.

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How To Research Your Illegitimate Ancestors

The 1880 US Federal census holds much information about your ancestor(s). Don't miss important clues to jumpstart your genealogy research. (And it's free online!)

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A Close Up Look At Researching The 1880 Census

Have a family historian on your Christmas gift list? No problem! Use this list of genealogy themed stocking stuffer ideas.

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Your Gift Guide to Genealogy Stocking Stuffer Ideas 🎄

Genealogy books make great gifts for the genealogist and family historian in your family. Fiction or non-fiction are included in this Genealogy Gift Guide.

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Gift Guide for Genealogy Book Lovers

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Is Your Ancestor In The Often Overlooked U. S. Federal Non-Population Schedules of 1850-1880?

What genealogist isn't interesting DNA testing these days? A DNA Genealogy Gift Guide is just the thing to help you finish your Christmas shopping.

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DNA Genealogy Gift Guide for the Genealogy Researcher

Genealogy Tutorial: Learn how to find your ancestor by performing a no surname search.

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Tutorial: How to Research Your Ancestor With a No-Surname Search

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How To Get the Most Out of Ancestry.com’s Card Catalog

DNA is a lot to learn, but there are many resources to help you learn what you need to successfully use DNA in your genealogy research. Find a plethora of resources to start educating yourself on DNA's role in finding your ancestors. #geneticgenealogy #DNA #areyoumycousin

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You Got Your DNA Test Results – Now What?!

Find your ancestors in estate records! Learn how to find vital clues and analyze an ancestor's estate records to move your genealogy research forward.

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How To Research Your Ancestor’s Estate Record

Is your genealogy research stalled? Try finding your ancestors in uncommon genealogy sources. #genealogy #familyhistory #ancestors

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How To Find and Research Unusual Genealogy Sources

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Readers’ Questions – Answering YOUR Burning Genealogy Questions

Many readers' emails center around researching the genealogy of an immigrant Irish ancestor.  Researching their family line has revealed an Irish ancestor. Time to start searching the  Irish records to find where they lived in Ireland and  when they came to America. Wait, not so fast!

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How To Start Researching Your Irish Immigrant Ancestor

Is your genealogy research stuck? Use PERSI to find publications and articles to help you find your ancestors.

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How To Use PERSI To Improve Your Genealogy Research

A genealogical record timeline will save time, sharpen your research focus and ensure you do not miss pertinent records in your search. This is especially helpful if you are researching a "new location" for your ancestors regardless if you are "crossing the pond" or not.

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Successful Research With A Genealogical Records Timeline

Attending a genealogy conference - big or small- is a great way to further your genealogy education. As you learn new strategies you will sharpen your research skills and make steady progress toward tearing down your genealogical brick walls.

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How To Find Your Next Genealogy Conference (Answering a Reader’s Question!)

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