When to Hire a Professional Genealogist
Hire a Professional Genealogist When . . .
Online sources are wonderful for searching genealogical documents. But you may still need the services of a professional researcher. . . When ...
- you need an immediate answer
- the easy records have been found
- there's still a record or two that eludes you
- records in a repository out of town need to be consulted
- a puzzle cannot be solved, or
- you don't have time to investigate your ancestors two, three or more generations
6 Revealing Questions: Do You Answer "Yes" to Any of Them? It's Time to Hire a Professional.
With plenty of genealogy materials available online and elsewhere, genealogical research would seem easier than ever. But beware! Not every family has relationships which line up perfectly--some are muddled, and some records cannot be found. Also, not all people have the time or inclination to do their own research. That's when a professional genealogical researcher is essential.
If you said "Yes" to any of the below questions, it's time to hire a professional genealogist.
If you said "Yes" to any of the below questions, it's time to hire a professional genealogist.
- Are my ancestors mixed up? Are the records confusing and contradictory?
- Can I prove the parents of my grandparents or other ancestors?
- Have I looked at length for a crucial record without success?
- Do I run out of time to research or enter data?
- Do I need Muskegon County, Michigan historical information?
- Have I ever wished I could email for help when stuck doing my Michigan research?