Starting at $275

Focus: Traditional Record Based Research

Focused research into family history, missing ancestors, historical records, and genealogical questions. This service uses traditional genealogy methods and does not include DNA analysis or genetic genealogy.

What’s Included:

• Initial Research Phase: Focused research into your family history using trusted genealogical databases, historical records, and archival materials, scoped to your goals during your consultation.

• Record Based Investigation: Research may include relevant sources such as:

  • Birth, marriage, and death records

  • Census records

  • Military records

  • Immigration and naturalization records

  • Newspaper archives

  • Church and civil records, including international records

  • Other historical and archival sources relevant to your research goals

• Written Summary Report: A professionally written summary of the research conducted, key findings, and recommended next steps, when applicable.

• Source Citations: Findings are supported by source citations so the information is documented, clear, and verifiable.

• Digital Copies of Relevant Records: When available, digital copies of records located during the research will be included with your report.

• Ancestry Tree Updates: When requested, key documented findings may be added to an existing Ancestry tree provided by the client.

Ideal For:

• Individuals beginning family history research

• Clients seeking specific historical records

• Those exploring a single family line or a focused research question

• Clients wanting a professionally documented starting point for future research

How It Works

Every family history is unique, and research needs can vary considerably depending on the complexity of the case, the availability of records, and whether foreign language or DNA research is involved. I offer a free initial consultation to discuss your goals, review the information you already have, and recommend a research plan tailored to your case.

All research begins with a free consultation and a signed research agreement. You’ll receive a clear explanation of the proposed research, costs, and expected deliverables before any work begins.

If your research would benefit from additional work, I’ll explain what I recommend and provide a fixed quote for the next phase. Nothing is added without your approval, and there are never surprise charges.

Agency and law enforcement rates are available on request.

Starting at $525

Focus: In Depth Traditional Genealogical Research

In depth investigations involving complex family relationships, difficult to locate records, and long standing genealogical mysteries. This service is well suited for research questions that need broader record review and a more detailed written report. It does not include DNA analysis or genetic genealogy.

What’s Included:

• Expanded Research Phase: In depth investigation into your family history using trusted genealogical databases, historical records, archival materials, and other relevant sources, scoped to your goals during your consultation.

• Comprehensive Record Review: Research may include relevant sources such as:

  • Birth, marriage, and death records

  • Census records

  • Military records

  • Immigration and naturalization records

  • Newspaper archives

  • Probate, land, court, and other historical records, when relevant and available

  • Church and civil records, including international and foreign language records

• Detailed Research Report: A professionally written report summarizing the research performed, key findings, analysis, and recommended next steps, when applicable.

• Source Citations: Findings are supported by source citations so the information is documented, clear, and verifiable.

• Digital Copies of Relevant Records: When available, digital copies of records located during the research will be included with your report.

• Ancestry Tree Updates: When requested, key documented findings may be added to an existing Ancestry tree provided by the client.

Ideal For:

• Clients with complex family history questions

• Long standing genealogy brick walls

• Lineage verification projects

• Lineage society application support

• Inheritance or proof based family history research

• Clients needing deeper analysis and a stronger research foundation

How It Works

Every family history is unique, and research needs can vary considerably depending on the complexity of the case, the availability of records, and whether foreign language or DNA research is involved. I offer a free initial consultation to discuss your goals, review the information you already have, and recommend a research plan tailored to your case.

All research begins with a free consultation and a signed research agreement. You’ll receive a clear explanation of the proposed research, costs, and expected deliverables before any work begins.

If your research would benefit from additional work, I’ll explain what I recommend and provide a fixed quote for the next phase. Nothing is added without your approval, and there are never surprise charges.

Agency and law enforcement rates are available on request.

Starting at $650

Focus: DNA Analysis and Biological Connections

Specialized research combining DNA analysis with traditional genealogy to investigate unknown biological parents, adoption mysteries, and family relationships. This service helps identify and clarify connections that may not be resolved through records alone.

This service does not include laboratory DNA testing. It is intended for the analysis and interpretation of existing DNA results in combination with genealogical research.

What’s Included:

• Genetic Genealogy Research Phase: Focused analysis of your DNA matches and related family history using genetic genealogy methods and traditional research, scoped to your goals during your consultation.

• DNA Match Analysis: Detailed review of relevant DNA matches across platforms such as AncestryDNA, 23andMe, MyHeritage, FamilyTreeDNA, or GEDmatch, depending on the information available.

• Relationship Assessment: Evaluation of match relationships and shared match patterns to help identify how key matches may connect within your family.

• Match Clustering and Network Analysis: Organization of DNA matches into genetic groups to help identify specific branches of your family and clarify possible biological connections.

• Genealogical Correlation: Use of traditional records to support DNA findings and strengthen relationship conclusions when possible.

• Genetic Research Report: A professionally written report of the research conducted, key findings, and recommended next steps, when applicable.

• Source Citations: Findings are supported by source citations where applicable so the information is documented, clear, and verifiable.

• Digital Copies of Relevant Records: When available, digital copies of records located during the research will be included with your report.

• Ancestry Tree Updates: When requested, key documented findings may be added to an existing Ancestry tree provided by the client.

Ideal For:

• Unknown parentage research

• Biological family identification

• Unexpected DNA results

• Adoptees and others seeking biological answers

• Relationship verification

• Clients seeking guidance in interpreting DNA matches

• Brick walls that may benefit from DNA analysis

How It Works

Every family history is unique, and research needs can vary considerably depending on the complexity of the case, the availability of records, and whether foreign language or DNA research is involved. I offer a free initial consultation to discuss your goals, review the information you already have, and recommend a research plan tailored to your case.

All research begins with a free consultation and a signed research agreement. You’ll receive a clear explanation of the proposed research, costs, and expected deliverables before any work begins.

If your research would benefit from additional work, I’ll explain what I recommend and provide a fixed quote for the next phase. Nothing is added without your approval, and there are never surprise charges.

Agency and law enforcement rates are available on request.