Genealogy Research
A Fresh Approach to an Age-Old Problem
For those seeking a deeper understanding of their family history or stuck at a “brick wall” that won’t budge, Archway Genealogy reaches beyond the bounds of traditional genealogical research to offer a true partnership to clients, utilizing the technology of today to connect and share learning.
Whether rooted in traditional documentary research, focused on a specific historical record, or based in DNA and genetics, the genealogical question-at-hand is more than a singular pursuit; it is a common goal.
As a professional researcher, consultant and coach, Alexa Klimas Corcoran brings her academic education in history from the nation’s top institutions to her education and professional experience in genealogy to tackle the genealogical challenges brought to Archway Genealogy.
In the end, however, the goal goes beyond research and reporting to share the methodological approach and knowledge learned along the project. We know you are passionate about your family history and want to come away from our work together with techniques and tools you can use as you continue the research process.
Ancestral Research and Documentation
As professional genealogists, our goal is to help you with your family history research.
To do that, we want to be focused. We start with a complimentary consultation to get a clear sense of the research objective and a preliminary survey of the research conducted to date. That way we can focus our efforts and set a realistic goal for the amount of research needed to meet your research goals.
Then, we’ll recommend a project plan for your consideration. We offer research a la carte but recommend you consider our convenient and affordable Archway Genealogy research packages. With the right project scope, our research packages can help you to:
- – Break through your brick walls and solve complex family history problems.
- – Obtain, analyze, and if needed have translated original documents for your ancestors from over 600 archives and libraries around the world.
“You seem like a very thorough and conscientious person – I knew somehow you would find the missing piece to the puzzle. Your expertise, perseverance, and professionalism stand out, Alexa.”
~ Tricia, OH
Development of Genealogical, Genetic and Social Family Trees
- Archway Genealogy can help you extend your family tree back in time or fill in details where you have gaps across a family. We are big believer’s that breadth is just as important as depth. “People collecting” will only lead to names on a chart, many of which may be inaccurate. By gathering the information of everyone in the family across each and every generation, you will strengthen the foundation of your family tree to prevent brick walls before they are encountered.
One-on-One Genealogy Coaching
Do you have a “brick wall” that’s blocked your progress for years? A virtual strategy session with Archway Genealogy gives you the best of the methods and techniques used by professional genealogists while still keeping your family history as your own passion project.
Utilizing web-based meeting technology, we offer personalized coaching and consultations on traditional genealogical research and genetic genealogy, as well as DNA Test explanation and result interpretations. Sessions are conveniently scheduled online by clients and can be recorded for future review.
- Could Your DNA Hold the Key?
- Many genealogy research problems are now being approached with the thoughtful application of genetic genealogy along with traditional documentary research. This is not a magic bullet but can provide a wealth of information when applied to your genealogical research.
- Highly proficient in genetic genealogy, Archway Genealogy genealogists have trained extensively to make the most of DNA for genealogy. From strategy to analysis, we can help advance your research with genetic genealogy, applying DNA test results, shared match analysis, chromosome mapping and application of third-party tools to learn more about genetic family trees and ancestral relationships.
Thank you VERY much for finding that final date and document we were searching for! You seem like a very thorough and conscientious person – I knew somehow you would find the missing piece to the puzzle.
Your expertise, perseverance, and professionalism stand out, Alexa. I will be always so grateful to you for helping me at this critical time in need. My husband would thank you also.
Now I can go forward and send in all the information knowing it is complete.
~ Tricia S., Waverly, OH
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