Category: Research

Using Local Libraries for Genealogy Research

You don't have to travel far to find valuable genealogy resources. You may be able to find some at your local library. Here are some research tips to help.

Key Genealogy Abbreviations and Acronyms

Do you keep coming across acronyms in your ancestors' records that leave you feeling more confused than enlightened? Here's a guide to help you decode them.

How to Archive Social Media Posts

Archive the photos, memories and genealogical details you and others have shared on social media. Plus, learn what privacy and copyright issues you should be aware of.

8 Resources for Finding Family in the 1940s

Learn about your family between the 1940 and 1950 censuses with these key genealogy resources that reveal how and where they lived throughout the 1940s.

Genealogy Research Backup Checklist Free Download

If you use a cloud backup service with storage limit, you may be looking for files to eliminate from your online archive. Download this checklist to keep track.