Beginning Genealogy
This category of articles are meant for people who are just starting out on their genealogy journey. These articles are geared toward building a foundational base of genealogy knowledge.
List of Articles:
Genealogy Quick Start Guide for Beginners
What is a Second Cousin Once Removed?
Genealogy Research on a Budget
Google: Genealogy Research Toolbox
The Real Truth About Family Coat of Arms
Busting 5 Genealogical DNA Testing Myths
Is Family Tree Maker Right for Me?
Origin of America’s Obsession with Genealogy
Why is Genealogy Research Important?
Current State of the Genealogy Hobby
Why is Genealogy Important to the Mormons?
eBook: Mastering Genealogy Records using the Internet
Recent Articles
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How to Overcome Procrastination Today
5 Genealogy Books that Will Make You an Expert
Using Historical Maps for Genealogy
Researching North Dakota Ancestors
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Leading Causes of 1800’s Infant Mortality
Download Free Genealogy Charts
Exploring FamilySearch’s Facial Recognition Tool
One-Step Genealogy with Stephen Morse
Searching Castle Garden Passenger Lists
Researching Last Name Meanings and Origins
The Real Truth about Family Coat of Arms
When to Employ Reverse Genealogy
Researching Ancestors Using Obituaries
Using Cyndi’s List for Genealogy Research
FamilySearch: A Necessity for all Genealogists
Ancestry.com: Getting the Most from your Subscription
Article Archive
Getting Started (19)
Record Sources (24)
Tricks of Trade (33)
Best Practices (29)
Brick Walls (20)
Family Story (21)
Product Reviews (21)
Beginner
Guide
Genealogy Quick Start Guide for Beginners
Applying the Genealogy Proof Standard to your Research
Google Genealogy Research Toolbox
Find Records
Researching Ancestors through Military Records
Using the National Archives (NARA) for Genealogy Research
Using U.S. Census Records
Canadian Genealogy Research using the Internet
Tips
Genealogy Source Citations Made Easy
Listening to Genealogy Podcasts Made Easy