Top tips to get started with genealogy and family trees this year
Want to trace your family history but don’t know where to start? This guide will help you get started with genealogy research. We’ll cover how to: Begin your genealogy journey and family tree Start your genealogy research by concentrating on what you know your own life. This foundational information will serve as the cornerstone of your research. If you don’t know a date, an estimate is a great place to start. “Sometime in the summer of 1964” or “Late 1972 or early 1973” can really narrow down records in online databases. Collect existing family stories and records Reach out to older relatives who often hold a wealth of family history information. They can provide you with stories, photographs, and documents that you might not have access to otherwise or just didn’t know existed. They may also have questions about their parents or grandparents you should know to look out for. Don’t overlook your home as a treasure trove of genealogical data, too. Family documents, old letters, and records stored in attics or basements can provide vital clues about your ancestors. Gathering information from personal and family sources sets a solid foundation for your genealogical research. Future generations are likely going …
