Services

Why hire a genealogist?

The most amazing thing about online family tree platforms like Ancestry.com and FamilySearch is that they have made genealogical research accessible to everyone. In fact, this is how I began my journey - with Ancestry.com. If you have done this, you know how easy it can be to find information about your ancestors.

A genealogist can take you beyond the Ancestry.com or FamilySearch repositories and build on your research with new discoveries and history that you would not likely find on your own. With education, experience, hours of preparation and organization, a genealogist is equipped with the research tools needed to dig deeper - and more accurately - than an untrained family historian or researcher.

What I offer

My favorite project is one that allows me to help you dig into the stories of your ancestors. Below is a list of the types of services I provide. This is not a comprehensive list. I am happy to work with you on unique requests and consultations. Though prices vary according to the hours required for the project, commissioned research packages start at $350.

Family tree charts and reports

4-6 generation pedigree chart

Family group sheets
Detailed research reports

Family history narratives and keepsakes

Ancestor cards
Family history

Ancestry software/site tutorials

Ancestry.com
Family Search
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Presentations/lectures

Introduction to Mexican genealogy
Newspapers in México
U.S. Land Records
See more on my Speaking page

As a member of the Genealogical Speakers Guild, I am committed to providing high-quality educational presentations that meet your needs.

How does it work?

Initial Planning & Consultation
It all starts and ends with your goals and interests; as such, we will begin with an initial consultation and review of your goals and (if applicable) Research Request Form. The best results come with a specific, attainable goal – so I will work with you to define it before any work begins.

Research and Feedback
Depending on your goals, we can start with a 2-3 hour consultation, or 10 hours of commissioned research. If commissioned research is the path, I will create a research plan based on your goals, and will seek your feedback, as needed, throughout the research project – research goals can shift, but you are the boss and will decide how/when that happens.

Results
You define success for the project, so results may vary based on your initial goal (e.g., update your online tree, create a special narrative or record of discoveries, etc.), but the results are yours and I will strive to provide you with the professional, clear results you seek. I do this work because of the incredible discoveries I am able to share with my clients on a journey through family history; you can rest assured that I will endeavor to make this process (and the results) a special one!

Packages

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Click through the package descriptions below to learn more - but don't buy yet! If you're ready to move forward, let's discuss your research goals first. Visit the Contact page to connect with me and/or complete the Research Request Form.

Gift Card

$150.00 - $350.00

Surprise someone special with a journey into the past to meet their ancestors! Gift Cards are delivered to the recipient by email and include instructions on how to redeem them at checkout.

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Groundwork Package

$150.00

Following a one-hour virtual consultation, I will conduct 2 hours of research that is designed to get you started on your path, and help you develop a detailed research plan for continuing your family history research. Included:

Brief explanation of best practices for genealogical research, including set up of family tree on Ancestry or FamilySearch (if desired)
Summary of initial research findings
Suggestions (including step-by-step guide) for future research steps/inquiries

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10-Hour Research Package

$350.00

In addition to a one-hour virtual consultation and the collaborative development of a research plan, you will also receive:

Research log
Detailed research report
Pedigree charts/family group sheets, if desired
Ancestry and/or FamilySearch tree updates, if desired

These 10 hours of research will be focused on the research goals YOU have in mind.

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20-Hour Research Package

$700.00

In addition to a one-hour virtual consultation and the collaborative development of a research plan, you will also receive:

Research log
Detailed research report
Pedigree charts/family group sheets, if desired
Ancestry and/or FamilySearch tree updates, if desired

These 20 hours of research will be focused on the research goals YOU have in mind. We will also have the opportunity to meet and adjust research goals, as needed.

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Ancestor Cards

$15.00

Postcards to remember them by. These keepsakes can be added to any research package and are a great way to keep and share the stories of your ancestors. Choose from different styles and templates.

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Research Coaching Package

$150.00

Have a challenging research question? The research coaching package offers you a chance to continue on your research path with professional guidance and suggestions so that you can break down those brick walls. The package includes:

3 hours of analysis of prior research
Suggested research plan

Additional hours can be added at hourly rate of $35 if prior research is extensive.

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