Category: Land

State Land vs. Public Land States Free Download

Whether your ancestors lived in a state-land or public-land state affects the land records you'll look for. Learn which states fall into which category.

Free Deed Index (by Grantor) Form Download

Transcribe basic information from town or county deed indexes (by the name of the person selling property).

5 Types of Ancestors’ Land Records You Should Look For

Looking for clues about your ancestors' relationships and migration patterns? Discover your ancestry and find family history with these five type of genealogy land records.

Historical Research Maps: Plat Maps

Gaze into your ancestor's past with plat maps, which show the divisions of land in your ancestor's neighborhood.

Finding My Ancestor’s Old Property Deed: Tips You Can Use

Your ancestors' old property deeds can reveal valuable information about them and where they lived. Here's a guide on how to find and study these deeds.

How to Use Land Records for Genealogy Research Premium

Land records are among the most underutilized resources for genealogy. Discover the different types and information you can learn from each.

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Unpuzzling Your Ancestors’ County Boundary Changes

Figuring out your US ancestors' county boundaries can be like doing a puzzle with pieces that keep changing size and shape. If one of your ancestral families settled early in what's now Morrow county in central Ohio, for example, they conceivably could've resided in—count 'em up—seven different counties without...