Professional Genealogy Services
Whether you're just beginning your family history journey, facing a genealogical brick wall, or preparing a lineage society application, I provide professional research services tailored to your specific needs. Each project receives meticulous attention to detail and adherence to the highest genealogical standards.
Investment in Your Heritage
$100.00 PER HOUR
Initial consultation: 5 hours for $500
This comprehensive consultation includes a thorough review of your existing research and a detailed discussion of your genealogical goals. Based on what you already have and what you want to achieve, I'll provide customized recommendations for additional services to help you reach your objectives.
All research is conducted to the Genealogical Proof Standard.
Lineage Society Applications
Successfully joining a lineage society requires meticulous documentation and expert knowledge of application requirements. I specialize in preparing comprehensive applications that meet the exacting standards of prestigious organizations.
Societies Served
- Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)
- Sons of the American Revolution (SAR)
- General Society of Mayflower Descendants
- Colonial Dames of America
- Society of Colonial Wars
- First Families societies
- And many other hereditary societies
What's Included
Document Research
Comprehensive search for primary source documentation to prove each generation in your lineage.
Application Preparation
Complete compilation of all required forms, documentation, and supporting materials.
Quality Review
Thorough verification of all evidence against society standards before submission.
Submission Support
Guidance through the submission process and response to any queries from the society.
Family Tree Research
From building a comprehensive multi-generational family tree to verifying and correcting existing research, I provide thorough genealogical research services across all time periods and geographic locations.
Research Capabilities
- Tree Building: Starting from scratch or expanding your existing family tree with documented research
- Tree Verification: Reviewing and validating research you've already completed
- Multi-Generational Research: Tracing family lines back through multiple generations
- Geographic Expertise: Research across United States and transatlantic regions including England, Scotland, Ireland, and France
- Record Types: Vital records, census, land, probate, military, church, immigration, and more
Research Process
Research is conducted in manageable segments, with detailed reports provided after each phase. This collaborative approach ensures the research proceeds in the direction most valuable to you, with complete transparency throughout the process.
Targeted Problem Solving
Have you hit a brick wall in your research? Is there a specific ancestor you can't locate or a family legend you want to verify? I specialize in solving challenging genealogical problems through comprehensive research strategies.
Common Research Goals
- Identifying unknown parents or ancestors
- Locating places of origin for immigrant ancestors
- Verifying or disproving family stories and legends
- Connecting to documented family lines
- Resolving conflicting information in existing research
- Tracing ancestors to specific locations or properties
Research Strategy
Development of a comprehensive research plan tailored to your specific problem.
Expert Analysis
Critical evaluation of existing evidence and identification of research gaps.
Original Research
Thorough investigation of relevant records and repositories.
Detailed Reporting
Comprehensive documentation of findings, sources, and analysis.
Document Analysis & Consultation
Not sure where to start with your research? Have documents or records that need expert interpretation? I provide consultation services to guide your genealogical journey.
Consultation Services Include
- Analysis and interpretation of historical documents, photos, and family records
- Research strategy development and guidance
- Review of your existing research with recommendations
- Identification of next steps in your research
- Education on genealogical research methods and best practices
DNA Analysis & Integration
Genetic genealogy has revolutionized family history research. I can help you understand your DNA test results and integrate genetic evidence with traditional documentary research.
DNA Services
- Interpretation of autosomal DNA results from major testing companies
- Analysis of DNA matches to identify relationships
- Integration of DNA evidence with documentary research
- Guidance on using DNA to break through brick walls
- Y-DNA and mtDNA analysis for specific lineages
On-Site Research
While many records are now available online, some of the most valuable genealogical sources remain in local archives, libraries, courthouses, and historical societies. On-site research can uncover documents and information unavailable anywhere else.
Research Travel
- Access to non-digitized records in local repositories
- Utilization of local knowledge and expertise
- Investigation of cemeteries, churches, and historical sites
- Networking with local historians and genealogists
- Comprehensive documentation including photographs
Contact me to discuss travel research options and cost estimates for your specific location needs.
Ready to Discover Your Heritage?
Every family has a unique story waiting to be uncovered.
Contact me today to discuss your genealogical research needs.
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