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  • Is your genealogy research stuck in 1890? Researching the life events of your ancestors can place them in time and place despite the 1890 census loss.
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    How To Research Around the 1890 Census Record Loss – Part 4: Life Event Records

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    The loss of the 1890 U.S. Census is a stumbling block for many genealogy researchers.  “Losing” our ancestor in 1890 is the cause of many brick walls, but we do have research options to overcome these brick walls. Devon Lee  from the Family History Fanatics and I have teamed up once again to bring you an 8-part video series focusing on how to research around the 1890 census loss. We want to  take the overwhelm out of researching your ancestors during the 1890 US Census Loss time period.  And yes, we will have fun along the way!! Devon is talking about researching life event records of our ancestors our 4th video of this…

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    Join in on genealogy related twitter chats! Find twitter chats and learn how to join right in with other like minded genealogy researchers.

    31 Days of “Out of the Box” Genealogy Tips – Twitter Chats

    July 16, 2018
    Non-population schedules benefit the genealogy researcher by providing an opportunity to learn more an ancestor and their role in the community.

    31 Days of “Out of the Box” Genealogy Tips – Non-Population Schedules

    July 18, 2018
    Road records can be a fabulous resource for genealogy researchers. Learn about your ancestors' location and neighbors that become important to your research #genealogy #areyoumycousin #ancestry #roadrecords

    31 Days of “Out of the Box” Genealogy Tips – Road Records

    July 26, 2018
  • Enter to win 4 Day Pass to RootsTech 2019
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    Win A 4 Day Pass to RootsTech 2019

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    The Giveaway Has Ended! I am so looking forward to attending RootsTech 2019 in 27 February – 2 March 2019! Wondering what Rootstech is all about?  Learn more about RootsTech 2019 here. Registration for RootsTech 2019 is NOW OPEN !!! [I’m already registered.] But you know I’m a frugal researcher, so I’m thrilled to be able to offer one reader a 4-Day RootsTech Pass (valued at $299) for FREE. Click HERE to enter. The 4-Day Pass includes the following: Over 300 classes Keynote / General sessions Expo Hall Evening events It does NOT include any paid lunches or paid labs nor does it include airfare, hotel accommodations or other expenses.…

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    Attending Rootstech (or any genealogy conference) can be overwhelming. Find great tips for getting the most out of your genealogy conference. Return refreshed and ready to find your ancestors!

    How to Prepare For The Rootstech 2019 Conference

    December 30, 2018
    Have you ever attended an NGS Family History conference? Just imagine....4 days of nothing but learning about genealogy. Talking about your ancestors. Meeting like minded genealogists. You might even meet a cousin or two. Use these tips for having a fantastic genealogy conference experience!

    5 Tips To Have A Fantastic First Genealogy Conference Experience

    April 20, 2017
    Did your ancestor have a delayed birth certificate? That's a good thing! Find out the "extra" genealogy clues that are not found in traditional birth or vital records. #genealogy #ancestors #areyoumycousin

    Delayed Birth Certificates – A Genealogist’s Treasure Chest!

    July 23, 2014
  • Most of the 1890 census was lost, but a few 1890 census fragments did survive. Genealogy researchers should include those fragments in their search.
    Genealogy Research,  How To

    How To Research Around the 1890 Census Record Loss – Part 1: 1890 Census Fragments

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    The loss of the 1890 U.S. Census is a stumbling block for many genealogy researchers.  “Losing” our ancestor in 1890 is the cause of many brick walls, but we do have research options to overcome these brick walls. Devon Lee  from the Family History Fanatics and I have teamed up once again to bring you an 8-part video series focusing on how to research around the 1890 census loss. We want to  take the overwhelm out of researching your ancestors during the 1890 US Census Loss time period.  And yes, we will have fun along the way!! First up in our series, we are talking about those 1890 census fragments that did…

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    Researching state census records can be helpful in finding your ancestors in the absence of the 1890 U.S. census and in between years.

    How To Research Around the 1890 Census Record Loss – Part 2: State Census Records

    September 19, 2018
    Do you have South Carolina ancestors? Your need to know information for beginning your genealogy research in South Carolina.

    How To Research Your South Carolina Ancestors

    April 9, 2015
    Have you ever attended an NGS Family History conference? Just imagine....4 days of nothing but learning about genealogy. Talking about your ancestors. Meeting like minded genealogists. You might even meet a cousin or two. Use these tips for having a fantastic genealogy conference experience!

    5 Tips To Have A Fantastic First Genealogy Conference Experience

    April 20, 2017
  • Researching state census records can be helpful in finding your ancestors in the absence of the 1890 U.S. census and in between years.
    Genealogy Research,  How To

    How To Research Around the 1890 Census Record Loss – Part 2: State Census Records

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    The loss of the 1890 U.S. Census is a stumbling block for many genealogy researchers.  “Losing” our ancestor in 1890 is the cause of many brick walls, but we do have research options to overcome these brick walls. Devon Lee  from the Family History Fanatics and I have teamed up once again to bring you an 8-part video series focusing on how to research around the 1890 census loss. We want to  take the overwhelm out of researching your ancestors during the 1890 US Census Loss time period.  And yes, we will have fun along the way!! In this second video Devon is talking about using state census records as an alternative to…

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    Regardless of the genealogy conference size (multi-day or a single day), you will get more out of your conference if you have a plan. Your plan does not have to be a big elaborate thing. In fact, the simpler, the better.

    How To Create A Plan For Attending Your Genealogy Conference

    April 27, 2017
    Enhance your genealogy research by seeking out and researching materials found in private collections. Family letters, business papers......

    31 Days of “Out of the Box” Genealogy Tips – Private Collections

    July 21, 2018
    Unplug your genealogy in order to jump start your research! Stepping away from the computer gives you a chance to return to your research with a fresh eye. #genealogy #genealogytips #areyoumycousin #ancestors #familyhistory

    31 Days of “Out of the Box” Genealogy Tips – Unplug Your Genealogy!

    July 7, 2018
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Wonderful Detailed Reports

“After both my parents died, I thought my links to my family history were lost forever. I turned to a genealogy website to try to track down information about my heritage, and found evidence that I qualified to be a Daughter of the American Revolution. Knowing that the official paperwork would require documentation of my ancestors, I turned to Lisa Lisson (no relation) for assistance. She helped track down the links between my Patriot ancestor and me, and helped me to submit my documents to become a Daughter of the American Revolution. Lisa also sent me wonderful detail-filled reports on different members of my family. I have built quite a collection of reprints of family history books based on the sources she found. Lisa’s reports and my book collection will be a resource for my young nephews when they get older and begin asking about where they came from. I can share stories of Puritans and farmers and witchcraft and Irish butchers and Indian raids and pioneers!” 

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Kathleen L.

“After both my parents died, I thought my links to my family history were lost forever. I turned to a genealogy website to try to track down information about my heritage, and found evidence that I qualified to be a Daughter of the American Revolution. Knowing that the official paperwork would require documentation of my ancestors, I turned to Lisa Lisson (no relation) for assistance. She helped track down the links between my Patriot ancestor and me, and helped me to submit my documents to become a Daughter of the American Revolution. Lisa also sent me wonderful detail-filled reports on different members of my family. I have built quite a collection of reprints of family history books based on the sources she found. Lisa’s reports and my book collection will be a resource for my young nephews when they get older and begin asking about where they came from. I can share stories of Puritans and farmers and witchcraft and Irish butchers and Indian raids and pioneers!” 
https://lisalisson.com/testimonials/wonderful-detailed-reports/

A Partner In Research

I have been a family history researcher for over 30 years ever since my father left me his notes on his family.   Since then I have worked with a number of other researchers who have helped me find good sources as I am a stickler for documentary proof of facts.
I consider myself very fortunate to have come in contact with Lisa Lisson.  She is diligent and clever about finding those small bits of data that connect people in obscure past records.  Beyond that, Lisa is a joy to work with, adaptable, insightful and flexible.  She takes a suggestion and works it into a plan of action adapted to my schedule and budget.  Above all she is honest about what is possible and prudent in terms of cost and results.   I have come to consider her a partner in my work.

Jim S.

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Jim S.

I have been a family history researcher for over 30 years ever since my father left me his notes on his family.   Since then I have worked with a number of other researchers who have helped me find good sources as I am a stickler for documentary proof of facts. I consider myself very fortunate to have come in contact with Lisa Lisson.  She is diligent and clever about finding those small bits of data that connect people in obscure past records.  Beyond that, Lisa is a joy to work with, adaptable, insightful and flexible.  She takes a suggestion and works it into a plan of action adapted to my schedule and budget.  Above all she is honest about what is possible and prudent in terms of cost and results.   I have come to consider her a partner in my work.
https://lisalisson.com/testimonials/a-partner-in-research/

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Thank you for the great ideas and the incentive to get what photos we have identified. I know I have photos from that my grandmother saved that are not marked in any way and no one seems to know who they are. She didn’t share them during her lifetime, but they were found after she passed away.

Michelle T.

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Michelle T.

Thank you for the great ideas and the incentive to get what photos we have identified. I know I have photos from that my grandmother saved that are not marked in any way and no one seems to know who they are. She didn’t share them during her lifetime, but they were found after she passed away.
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