Finding birth parents of a foundling ancestor is a challenge DNA can often help with. See step-by-step how one researcher is finding answers for an Italian “brick wall” ancestor on his wife’s family tree. Guest author Greg Clarke was always interested in family...
DNA testing outside the US is not as popular as inside the US. If your goal is finding DNA matches (or ancestors) outside the United States, what should your DNA testing strategy be? Updated in June 2022. In a webinar I gave recently, I was asked a super important...
Your generation of connection is key to learning how you’re related to your DNA matches. It’s where you’ll find your most recent common ancestor(s) (MRCA). You and your match may have two DIFFERENT generations of connection. Don’t worry, we’ve got an easy explanation!...
A good DNA testing plan can help you solve family history mysteries and discover more about your biological family tree. Planning ahead helps you maximize your chances of success, set realistic expectations and use your time and money wisely. Most people pursue DNA...
Why don’t you have any DNA matches on your father’s side? Or maybe it’s your mother’s side without matches. Here are four reasons you may be missing matches you expect to see. Recently I got a VERY GOOD question from a man I’ll call Etienne: “Hi there! I recently...
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