Genealogy vs. Family History | Definitions and Examples of Each
What do you call the study of ancestors? These definitions of genealogy and family history will help you determine which is right for you.
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How to Find Your Ancestors for Free
How do you find your ancestors for free? Here's your guide to free genealogy websites, records, software, services and much more!
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5 Reasons You Should Join a Genealogy Society Premium
Genealogy societies come in all shapes and sizes. Here are five compelling reasons to seek out societies and join the right one(s) for you.
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How to Earn Professional Genealogy Credentials Premium
Take your professional genealogy work to the next level with the "Accreditted Genealogist" (AG) or "Certified Genealogist" (CG) credential.
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6 Genealogy Jobs That Turn Your Family History Skills into a Career
These six genealogy "dream jobs" take your love of research and turn it in to a profession.
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Genealogy on a Budget: 6 Money-Saving Techniques Premium
Save some cash in your family history quest with these six easy genealogy money-saving tips for saving big on website subscriptions, DNA tests and more.
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Genealogy Q&A: How to Refer to Aunts and Uncles: Grand, Not Great
Great-uncle, or grand-uncle? Here's one perspective on the avuncular controversy.
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How to Do Genealogy | 10 Steps for Beginner Family Historians
Not sure where to begin your genealogy search? Follow these 10 surefire steps to learn how to start your genealogy.
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16 Genealogy Hacks That Will Save You Time And Money Premium
Take your genealogy to the next level with these 16 tech tricks that will give you freer, faster family history research.
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How to Determine Relationships with Shared DNA Matches
Looking for your birth parents and other relatives? Curious about how to determine relationships from shared DNA? This guide can help.
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