Birth, Marriage and Death Records

Case Study: Conflicting Birthdates in Genealogy Records Premium

Conflicting birthdates can be especially difficult to resolve. Here is a case study and tips from genealogy expert Sunny Morton.

How to Find Your Ancestor’s Parents Without Birth or Marriage Certificates

Here's how you can find your ancestor's parents without birth or marriage certificates.

Family History Q&A: Divorces and Remarriages on Family Tree Charts

Whether for research purposes or decorative display, here are some expert answers on how to create a family tree for nontraditional families.

The 5 Easiest States for Accessing Vital Records Premium

When it comes to ease of obtaining your ancestors' vital records, not all states are created equal. Here are five states that make it simple to get them.

How to Read and Understand Marriage Bonds

Marriage bonds are separate documents from marriage licenses, and can contain new clues to use in researching your ancestors. Here's what to look for.

Case Study: Identifying Woman’s Parents With a Delayed Birth Record Premium

Contributing Editor Sunny Morton explains how she used collateral research techniques and a delayed birth record to identify an ancestor’s parents—who were also neighbors.