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Learn how to unlock valuable family history details using Social Security records! This comprehensive guide covers all four types of Social Security records: the Death Index (SSDI), Applications and Claims Index, Numident Files, and the original SS-5 applications. I’ll show you: – Where to find these records for free – How each record type reveals […]

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Today I’m researching a new ancestor. In this episode learn why we create research notes in such detail. I’m demonstrating how easy it is using the dictation tool in MS...

Struggling to decipher historical legal documents? The 1891 Black’s Law Dictionary is your key to understanding antiquated legal terms in court records, wills, and land deeds. Discover why this essential...

? Learn how to make the most of your AncestryDNA results by connecting (or disconnecting) your DNA matches to your family tree!

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Join me for an in-depth interview with Aaron Wolf, Senior Population Geneticist at Ancestry®, as we discuss the dramatic changes in their 2024 DNA update. Learn why your ethnicity estimates...

Research on George Simmons continues as I take the deed indexes found on the FamilySearch Full Text Search feature and start digging for the land records. I can’t wait to...

In this episode, we’ll explore a variety of records you can use to research your family history and help bridge the gap between 1880 and 1900, when the 1890 U.S....