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    How To Research Around the 1890 Census Record Loss – Part 5: Taxes

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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!! Today I am talking about using the tax records of our ancestors in this 5th video…

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    Genealogy research is not just about past generations. Saving your personal history is crucial for connecting future generations to their pasts.

    How To Save Your Personal History for Future Generations

    November 28, 2018
    Day 2 of "31 Days of Out of the Box Genealogy Tips" involves exploring genealogy wikis. Wikis can be another source to find valuable clues to use in your research. #genealogy #genealogytips #areyoumycousin #ancestors #familyhistory

    31 Days of “Out of the Box” Genealogy Tips – Genealogy Wikis

    July 2, 2018
    Tax records can provide an enormous amount of information on your ancestors. Track your ancestors year by year and find clues to other potential resources.

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

    July 20, 2018
  • A free printable quick genealogy task list of research tasks to be done in short 15 minute time increments. Research your genealogy when short on time. #genealogy #free #checklist
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    Free Printable – 15 Quick Genealogy Tasks To Do in 15 Minutes

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    Genealogy can be time consuming.  You feel like you just get started researching your ancestor and you are out of time for that day. It happens to me, and I know it happens to you! A lack of time is one of the most common frustrations I hear from readers. I have good news for you! You CAN perform quick genealogy tasks in 15 minute time increments!  Next time you have 15 minutes free to research, use this list to get you started.  I’ve also provided you with a free printable version at the bottom of this post. 15  Quick Genealogy Tasks You Can Do In 15 Minutes + A…

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    Understanding Your AncestryDNA Matches

    April 29, 2019
    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
    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.

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

    May 29, 2017
  • City directories are a fabulous resource for finding your ancestors despite the loss of the 1890 census. #genealogy #ancestors #1890census
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    How To Research Around the 1890 Census Record Loss – Part 3: City Directories

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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 third video  of our 1890 census series, I am talking about using city directories…

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    DNA testing for genealogy research is helping researchers break down brick wall. Finding DNA education opportunities does not have to be hard. #genealogy #genealogytips #areyoumycousin #ancestors #familyhistory

    31 Days of “Out of the Box” Genealogy Tips – DNA Education

    July 10, 2018
    Census records in the early 1800s are difficult to assess. Only the head of the household was listed and the rest of the household was just a lot of tick marks. What's a genealogist to do?

    Back to Genealogy Basics – The 1800’s Census, Part 2

    March 24, 2016
    Are you getting the most out of your genealogy census research? Could you be missing important clues to finding your ancestors? Learn how to get the most out of your census records research. #genealogy #ancestors #census

    How to Make Genealogy Sense of Census Records – 1850-1940

    September 29, 2016
  • Has the loss of the 1890 census got your genealogy research stalled? Look for vital records and life event records to move your research forward. #genealogy #ancestors #1890census
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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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    The last of 31 genealogy tips? Boost your genealogy research with a fresh eye by going back to the beginning! See what a fresh look can do. #genealogy #ancestry #areyoumycousin #familyhistory

    31 Days of “Out of the Box” Genealogy Tips – Go Back!

    July 31, 2018
    Flickr is fast becoming a favorite tool in my genealogy toolbox! A free photo sharing site, Flickr can be used to get more eyes on your ancestors' photos!

    Using Flickr to Identify Your Ancestors

    December 18, 2017
    School records are a great addition to your genealogy toolbox! We are going beyond the traditional yearbooks and reports to delve into a variety of school records in search of your ancestors. This is "out of the genealogy box" research.

    Getting Started With School Records for Genealogy Research

    August 4, 2016
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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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2016-09-05T15:10:44-04:00

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.

2016-09-05T15:17:32-04:00

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.

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2016-09-05T15:25:58-04:00

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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