10 Foundational Steps for Beginning Genealogists

10 Steps to Start Building Your Family Tree

Not sure where to begin your genealogy search? Follow these 10 surefire steps to learn how to start your genealogy.

Online Course: Research Your Scots-Irish Family History

If you have Scots-Irish ancestry, this online genealogy research course is for you! Learn all the valuable tips and tools for tracing your family history back to Ulster. Plus, you'll learn how to leave no stone unturned in your research and tackle some of the more challenging aspects of Ulster-Scots research.

The Best Libraries for Genealogy Research

In these library collections, family history speaks volumes. Check out the top public libraries for genealogists.

Research US Census Records with this Cheat Sheet

Stuck on a genealogy problem you can’t seem to move past? Whether you’re struggling with burned records or county boundary changes, have no fear! Everyone runs into these issues at some point. Our experts will show you ways to overcome some typical (but still frustrating) genealogy research challenges. You’ll bust through that brick wall and be back on track before you know it.

Premium: How to Fact-Check Family Stories in Three Case Studies

Sometimes, cherished family stories turn out to be tall tales. Separate truth from fiction in your family lore with the tips in these three case studies.