You CAN learn how to research your ancestors....it's easier than you think

About this episode

Megan Hillyer discusses how genealogy research is more accessible than ever and shares tools to help listeners get started.

Ep 71: A lot of people think that genealogy research is super hard, confusing, and overwhelming. But it's actually a very doable thing....and is easier now than ever. In this episode I walk you through how to get started and share a couple tools that can help: 1. The FamilySearch Research Wiki: https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/Main_Page 2. Family Tree Foundations - Self-guided Online Course: https://knowyourancestors.co/family-tree-foundations And just for podcast listeners, you can use code PODCAST for 30% off Family Tree Foundations. Enjoy! Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganhillyer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowyourancestorsco TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meganhillyer

People in this episode

Host: Megan Hillyer

Topics covered

• genealogy
• research
• family history
• online tools
• self-guided courses

Keywords

• genealogy
• research
• ancestors
• FamilySearch
• Family Tree Foundations
• online course
• family history
• tools

Sponsors

Family Tree Foundations

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: FamilySearch, Family Tree Foundations, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok

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