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How To Hire a Professional Genealogist

July 31, 2023 by Legacy Tree Genealogists 10 Comments

hire a professional genealogist

How do you know when and how to hire a professional geneaologist? While researching your family history, you will inevitably encounter situations where the expertise of a professional genealogist becomes invaluable to achieve your desired progress. Factors such as time limitations in your personal life, the necessity for verifying information, grappling with foreign languages, or tracing ancestors with scant written records can necessitate seeking professional assistance. Whatever the underlying … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Genealogy Tips & Best Practices, Getting Started Tagged With: getting started, Hire a Genealogist, Hiring, professional genealogist

What To Expect When You Hire a Genealogist: Team, Process, Timeline

July 21, 2023 by Legacy Tree Genealogists 36 Comments

hire a genealogist process

What can you expect to happen when you hire a genealogist? What's the research, editing, and final production process like? How do they help you reach your goals? How long will it take for them to help you fill in the gaps of your family history research? Every genealogist and professional genealogy firm works a little bit differently, but here's what you can expect when you hire Legacy Tree Genealogists to help you with a family history research or biological family project. Why Would You … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Genealogy Brick Walls, genealogy research, Getting Started Tagged With: Genealogy Firm, Genealogy Process, getting started, Professional Genealogists

Ask a Genealogist: What Makes a Great Family Tree Researcher?

April 14, 2022 by Legacy Tree Genealogists 4 Comments

We Love Family Tree Research

We spoke with one of our researchers, Kim Gilboy, to learn more about what makes a great family tree researcher. We learned that skills like analysis, teamwork, and persistence are all very important, but a love for family tree research is at the heart of every professional genealogist. Q: Would you tell us about yourself? A: Genealogy research is something I absolutely love. I lived in the San Francisco Bay area and had family and friends in Utah. I'd come to Utah, spend a couple of days … [Read more...]

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Understanding Genealogy Terminology: Pedigree Chart & Family Group Sheets

April 23, 2015 by Legacy Tree Genealogists 6 Comments

What's the difference between a pedigree chart and a family group sheet? We'll explain. Let’s imagine that you have been bitten by the genealogy bug: suddenly, you are very interested in where you come from and who your ancestors are, along with their stories. If you’ve never done any family history or genealogy work before, you might feel a little overwhelmed at the thought of getting started. But worry no more! We’re here to help you take those first steps into the exciting and addicting … [Read more...]

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