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Clues into the Past: How to Do FAN Club Research
Julie Stoddard Julie Stoddard

Clues into the Past: How to Do FAN Club Research

In the early history of many countries, women came under the legal status of their husbands, so they are not always listed in the records. It is important to understand which records were created about women. Then the focus needs to shift to records of the men they were related to: husbands, fathers, grandfathers, brothers, sons, and even uncles or cousins.

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Finding Your Elusive Female Ancestor
Julie Stoddard Julie Stoddard

Finding Your Elusive Female Ancestor

In the early history of many countries, women came under the legal status of their husbands, so they are not always listed in the records. It is important to understand which records were created about women. Then the focus needs to shift to records of the men they were related to: husbands, fathers, grandfathers, brothers, sons, and even uncles or cousins.

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A Beginner’s Guide to DNA
Julie Stoddard Julie Stoddard

A Beginner’s Guide to DNA

DNA is a powerful tool which can provide evidence to help extend your family tree. Learn how DNA provides evidence and the methodology for solving research problems using DNA.

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How to Organize your Genealogy Files
Julie Stoddard Julie Stoddard

How to Organize your Genealogy Files

When designing an organization system, it is important to find a system that works well for you. This is a system we have used for many years and it is fast and efficient for saving everything. We have spoken with other professional researchers who use a similar system.

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Synonyms and Phrases for Powerful Client Reports
Julie Stoddard Julie Stoddard

Synonyms and Phrases for Powerful Client Reports

One of the keys to writing powerful client reports is using variation and descriptive words. Because client projects are limited in time, writing a professional sounding report in a shorter amount of time means more time available for successful research. These synonyms and phrases will help you achieve this. As you write your own reports, add to these lists, especially the phrases you are writing. Many of them can be used again and again, saving you time.

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