Researching genealogy can be costly, but does not have to be. Learn to research ancestors for free, save money and build that family tree with these 3 totally free genealogy tools.
Genealogy Tools
Having a good set of genealogy tools and gadgets helps to ensure you find your ancestors efficiently. Explore both genealogy and non-genealogy options. Having great genealogy tools in your research toolbox ensures you become an efficient and successful researcher. Fantastic software exists for the genealogy researcher to use to build a family tree or search far away records. Researching on the go? Explore genealogy apps to ease your search. Bonus: Many apps will sync across your devices making genealogy research a breeze where ever you go. So many smartphone apps are available to assist you in your research. The Best Genealogy Apps To Keep You Organized highlights some of my favorites. Looking to further your genealogy education? Many great podcasts are available and are perfect for long car rides or when working out at the gym. But did you know some great tools to use in your genealogy research are not specific to genealogy researchers? Some of the best genealogy project management and organizational tools are not specific to genealogy researchers. Best of all, many are free to use. Learn how to use them to your advantage. Learn to use Google Books in this post How To Find & Use Google Books For Genealogy Research. Tip: Google has a host of great products to use absolutely free. Learn how WordCat will benefit your genealogy research. Or learn how to get more out of your genealogy searches. Many researchers are not taking advantage of the different variety of searchers available. You might be surprised at what you are missing.
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Searching For Ancestors? My Favorite Apps For Genealogy Research
Trace your ancestors using free smartphone apps! Explore the best and favorite free apps for genealogy for your phone and tablet. The other day my cell phone did a normal update. It’s always a good thing, because I know the phone is running smoothly and will continue to function optimally. I took the opportunity to assess the mobile apps on my cell phone to see what I no longer needed or used and could remove. [Digital clutter drives me crazy, but I did keep the WordScapes app!] I realized many of the mobile apps I kept are for genealogy research. Interestingly, while I use genealogy specific apps, many of the…
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RootsTech Connect 2021 + Super Fun Offers!
RootsTech 2021 is almost here! It’s sort of like Christmas for genealogy researchers! It’s all so exciting! Let’s keep that holiday feeling with TWO “Black Friday” – RootsTech – type offers for your consideration. Offer #1 – A Live Masterclass Happening in March Live Masterclass: “Out of the Box” Tools for Your Genealogy Research (To be presented on – 17 March 2021.) – $37, now $27 (Expires 27 Feb 2021) If you cannot attend the Live masterclass, don’t worry. You will have access to the replay. Offer #2 – Genealogy Coaching Genealogy Coach for a Day! – $197, now $147. Here’s your chance to “rent my brain” for a day. …
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What Standing in Line for (The Best!) Cupcake Ever Taught Me About Genealogy Research
Keep your genealogy research on track and organized with systems and checklists. Save time and find your ancestors more efficiently! I may have mentioned my love of all things Fixer Upper and Joanna Gaines in a previous post . Who knew genealogy and DIY home shows have things in common! Now let’s talk about the best cupcake ever. A campfire s’more cupcake full of chocolate a topped with a homemade toasted marshmallow purchased from the bakery at the Silos at Magnolias in Waco, TX. [I have a bit of a sweet tooth. I blame the ancestors.] As is often the case, a long line wrapping around the bakery building greeted…