FILE NAME HACK – GTV 2 Episode

Genealogy TV 2

This quick episode shows the power of sourcing your documents. In this case I sourced the records directly in the file name saving me when a website URL was no longer there. Because I sourced the information in the file name, I was able to find the newspaper articles again.

Find-a-Grave Tricks & Transfers

Genealogy TV

Learn the ins and outs of requesting and managing memorial transfers on Find A Grave (https://www.findagrave.com). Discover how to identify if a memorial manager is a family researcher or volunteer, properly request transfers, and manage memorials once they’re transferred to you. Plus, learn valuable tips for organizing your family history research on Find A Grave! […]

Find Your Ancestors in Old Photos!

Genealogy TV

Why is it important to track down images found on genealogy websites? Images of your family can help tell the story and bring to life your ancestral roots. Let us explore how to track down the originator of those images to help tell your family history story.

GTV 2 – Passenger List Hack

Genealogy TV

In this episode I show you one of my favorite hacks for extracting data so that you can filter the data beyond what Ancestry can do. This uses Ancestry and Excel but can be done anywhere there is an index. This can also be done on Google Sheets. I have found a lot of families […]

New GTV 2 Video Release

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Research continues. This time with Anker Larentzen Jensen who was born in Denmark in 1856. Watch as I show you some tricks to researching him, translating records, and finding more in the FamilySearch Full Text Search.

Immigration, Emigration, and Naturalization for Family History & Genealogy Research

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Unlock the secrets of your family’s history! In this video, we’ll explore the fascinating world of US immigration records, revealing surprising details about your ancestors’ journeys to America. From passenger lists to naturalization documents, we’ll show you how to uncover hidden gems in these valuable resources. Whether you’re a seasoned genealogist or just starting your […]

FamilySearch + Ancestry = Powerhouse Strategy

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There is no better strategy than using the combination of genealogy research tools offered by FamilySearch and Ancestry together. The combination of these two websites alone I estimate to have about 90% of the records that are available online. Remember, not all records are online, so in person research can still be a plus. In […]

Social Security Records for Genealogy Updated (2025)

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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 […]