Jose Mier, Sun Valley amateur genealogist shares yet another tool for REAL genealogists and people who do want to construct an accurate family tree. This is the website GED Match which allows you to upload DNA results from one of several companies and use their tools to discover more about your roots. GEDmatch.com stands at …. Read More
Burbank-Based Genealogical Organization Here Since 1964 Jose Mier lives in Sun Valley, CA. With all the amateur genealogy he’s been involved in for the past few years, it was a stunning discovery to find out that the Southern California Genealogical Society is located a stone’s throw away from him in neighboring Burbank, CA. The Southern …. Read More
Jose Mier jokingly calls himself a genealogist, but if you’re looking to do family history research in earnest or as a living, Brigham Young University offers a degree in genealogy. Brigham Young University (BYU), nestled in the heart of Provo, Utah, is a prestigious institution that marries academic excellence with a strong commitment to moral …. Read More
Jose Mier sees a lot of genealogy sites, but looking for more family history tools brought him to a “new” one (new for him, not for the site): TheFamilyHeart.com. In an era characterized by rapid technological advancements and the pervasive influence of digital connectivity, maintaining strong family bonds can sometimes feel like a challenge. Enter …. Read More
Jose Mier finds another resource for those whose loved ones are into family histories. This time it’s on the craft site, Etsy. Etsy.com stands as a pioneering online marketplace that has redefined the way handmade, vintage, and unique goods are bought and sold. Since its inception in 2005, Etsy has evolved from a small platform …. Read More
Pioneering Family History Research in the United Kingdom Jose Mier searches from Sun Valley, CA for various genealogy resources and just happened upon S & N Genealogy Supplies. What looks like a well-stocked site for family history buffs turns out to be fairly famous in its own right. S & N Genealogy, established in 1992 …. Read More
Unlocking Genetic Insights Jose Mier in Sun Valley, CA has access to a variety of DNA test kits online. They range in price from $40 to $100 and are sold by companies like 23andMe and Ancestry.com. Are they worth it for genealogy? Introduction: DNA test kits have emerged as powerful tools for unraveling the mysteries …. Read More
A Comprehensive Guide to Gifts for Genealogists Jose Mier may just search from Sun Valley, CA for his namesakes (living and deceased) but for real (amateur or pro) genealogists, there’s actually some fun stuff out there. This is good for gifts for someone who you may know who is really into family history research. For …. Read More
Jose Mier of Sun Valley, CA fame is known for his hobby of looking for others with his same name but he also provides insight into real, valid family history searches. Looking for more genealogical information he has found an article linking to genealogy newspapers and shares his findings here. Genealogy newspapers stand as invaluable …. Read More
Jose Mier, from his base in Sun Valley, CA searches for information about genealogy. A recent search fro “genealogy news” brought up the website TheGenealogist.com. Genealogy, the study of family history and the tracing of one’s ancestors, has seen a surge in popularity with the advent of online genealogy websites. These platforms offer individuals the …. Read More