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Ready to start your family history journey the right way? In this beginner genealogy guide, I walk you step-by-step through essential strategies for organizing your research, building strong documentation habits, and avoiding common mistakes new genealogists make. You’ll learn how to work backward from yourself, interview relatives, gather home sources, set up a simple filing system, keep research notes and logs, and prioritize vital records for success. Whether you’re just starting or want to refresh your foundation, this video will help you get it right from the start.
? Links to Free Family Tree and Family Group Sheets Charts
https://support.ancestry.com/s/article/Free-Charts-and-Forms?language=en_US
https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/Use_Appropriate_Forms
? Evidence Explained 4th Edition (Affiliate) https://amzn.to/4oy7mdq
? Where to find Vital Records https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w/index.htm
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