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Stuck on a Pennsylvania Brick Wall? AI + Research Strategy Can Break Through

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Stuck on a Pennsylvania Brick Wall? AI + Research Strategy Can Break Through

Stuck on Pennsylvania genealogy? AI + focused research breaks through brick walls. Free tools, PA-specific prompts, and research community inside.

Podcast Episode 93: Plan and Write Your Family History with the Hybrid Genealogy Method - Interview with Kelly Mahoney

Podcast Episode 93: Plan and Write Your Family History with the Hybrid Genealogy Method - Interview with Kelly Mahoney

Kelly Mahoney discusses her hybrid genealogy format and tips for writing engaging family history books. Learn how to create your own family genealogy book with expert advice.

Methodology: Research All the Siblings and Cousins of Your Direct Line Ancestors

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Methodology: Research All the Siblings and Cousins of Your Direct Line Ancestors

Methodology: Create and Use Spelling Variations in Your Genealogy Searches

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Methodology: Create and Use Spelling Variations in Your Genealogy Searches

Knowing how to work with all the ways an ancestor's surname could be spelled, improves search results and reveals previously hidden genealogy records.

Genealogy Research in an Archives: Uncovering Your Ancestors’ Unique History

Genealogy Research in an Archives: Uncovering Your Ancestors’ Unique History

Plan your trip to one of our 800 archives in Pennsylvania by following these checklists to prepare.

Using the Russell Index for County Courthouse Records

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Using the Russell Index for County Courthouse Records

Knowing how to use the Russell Index system is essential for county records research, whether you research at the county courthouse or in the FamilySearch Catalog.

My Favorite Genealogy Research Logs with Links

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My Favorite Genealogy Research Logs with Links

Best Practices to Resolve Name and Date Conflicts in Genealogy Research

Best Practices to Resolve Name and Date Conflicts in Genealogy Research

Discover effective ways to handle conflicting data in genealogy research and learn how to develop your own methods when faced with misspelled names and date discrepancies.

Podcast Episode 72: Search Strategies for Vital Records

Podcast Episode 72: Search Strategies for Vital Records

If you've tried and tried to find a vital record in Pennsylvania, and keep running into a brick wall, this episode is for you. Here's 4 search strategies you can use to find birth, death, and marriage records - or really any record - in PA.

The Best Way to Get Started in Pennsylvania Genealogy Research

The Best Way to Get Started in Pennsylvania Genealogy Research

These three resources helped me the most when I started with genealogy research in Pennsylvania.

Recording Your Genealogy Research with the Power of Research Logs

Recording Your Genealogy Research with the Power of Research Logs

Stay on track with your genealogy by using research logs. This comprehensive guide describes how to set one up and why they are the most powerful tool for you to use.

Assess Your Research with a Reality Check

Organize Your Genealogy Research with This Simple Method

What to Bring for Genealogy Research in an Archive

What to Bring for Genealogy Research in an Archive

A look at some essential items to bring with you when researching in an archive, as well as some tips for making the most of your time there. Whether you're a seasoned researcher or a first-timer, these tips will help you get the most out of your archive visit.

Successful Genealogy Research Requests by Mail

Successful Genealogy Research Requests by Mail

It's not always possible to do genealogy research yourself at a repository. Most archives have a process to request research through mail or email for a small fee. How do you make the most of that genealogy research requests by mail?