Sorting Similar Surnames in Genealogy Research with DNA
Can DNA testing reveal if a similar surname is connected to your family tree?
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DNA Q&A: Using DNA to Find Relatives
Here's a quick tip for identifying those DNA matches that have the best chance of aiding your research.
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How to Handle Surprises in Your DNA Before You Test
DNA testing is a powerful new tool for genealogists. And just like any other genealogical record, it's capable of revealing secrets. For example, the results of a DNA test can reveal relationships that were either long-forgotten, or were long-held family secrets. Knowing this, what should you do when you...
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3 Tips for Choosing a DNA Relative to Test
Average Amount of Autosomal DNA Shared With Relatives Genetic genealogy, using DNA to study ethnicity and identify genetic cousins, is becoming an essential part of doing genealogy. If you’ve tested yourself and want to explore DNA tests for family, which relative should you ask to take a DNA test...
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DNA Q&A: Autosomal vs. Y-DNA Testing for Paternal Line Genealogy Research Premium
Genetic genealogy expert Blaine Bettinger discusses the difference between Y-DNA and autosomal DNA testing.
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DNA Q&A: Genealogical vs. Genetic Family Trees
DNA highlights two different types of "family": those you're related to, and those you share DNA with. Learn the difference and why it matters.
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How to Use DNA.Land to Analyze Raw DNA Data Premium
DNA.Land offers analysis of raw data from: 23andMe, AncestryDNA and Family Tree DNA. Learn how to use it in this step-by-step guide.
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DNA Q&A: How Are Adoptees Related to Their DNA Matches?
Learn how adoptees can determine relationships with their DNA matches based on centimorgans.
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Making Matches with Autosomal DNA Premium
Solidify cousin matches with these methods of researching and analyzing your autosomal DNA.
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GEDmatch: How to Use This Valuable DNA Tool Premium
Think of GEDmatch as a matchmaking service for all your possible cousin connections. Use these five steps to analyze your DNA with this third-party tool.
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