QuickTips Index

About Genealogy Featured Author
Genealogy author bio and articles by genealogist Amy Johnson Crow, CG

Commonly Confused Letters in Old Handwriting & Script
Learning to recognize commonly confused letters in old handwriting transcriptions can help you to come up with alternate name spellings for your ancestors. These particular letters and combinations can trip up even seasoned genealogists.

Dating Old Photographs
Old photographs can provide a variety of clues to lead you to names, dates and places.

Family Coats of Arms - They Aren't What You Think
Except for a few individual exceptions from some parts of Eastern Europe, there is no such thing as a coat of arms for a surname. Learn why the coats of arms you see in the store and on the Internet probably have nothing to do with your family history.

Vintage Postcards & Genealogy
Postcards provide a wonderful alternative to photographs for learning about the daily lives and history of your ancestors and the places they lived and worked.

Ancestry in Antique Stores
Antique stores can be a treasure trove for old photographs, letters, albums, and postcards from your ancestors.

Surname Lists
A surname list is a quick, but handy organizational tool for genealogists. Learn how it can help streamline your family tree research.

Trace Your Family Tree Without Breaking the Bank
Learn how to research your family tree without spending a fortune with these tips for spending your genealogy money wisely.