Family Mystery Solving
"Uncovering family secrets through comprehensive research and DNA analysis."
Document Discovery (Starting at $500) - Basic research across all databases, historical context, research report with citations. Timeline: 2-4 weeks
Family Narrative (Starting at $750) - Everything above plus family-friendly story connecting the facts. Timeline: 4-6 weeks
Complete Story (Starting at $1200) - Everything above plus engaging, inspirational narrative for all audiences. Timeline: 6-8 weeks
Single Document Story (starting at $200) - Analysis of one document with contextual narrative. Timeline: 1-2 weeks
50% deposit to begin research, remainder upon completion
Factors affect pricing:
Document availability
Geographic location complexity
Time period challenges
International research requirements
Process section: I start with comprehensive research across all major genealogy platforms, locating birth, marriage, death, burial, census, military, and newspaper records. I use DNA analysis integration where relevant. I then research the historical context of the time period and location before creating a detailed genealogical report with full citations. From there, I create family-friendly narratives that transform research findings into meaningful stories
Sample Stories:
"Review these sample stories to see our research and storytelling approach:"
The O’Brien Hidden Fortune Mystery
Immigration Heritage Stories
"Tracing your family's journey across generations and continents."
Document Discovery (Starting at $500)- Basic research across all databases, historical context, research report with citations. Timeline: 2- 4 weeks
Family Narrative (Starting at $750) - Everything above plus family-friendly story connecting the facts. Timeline: 4-6 weeks
Complete Story (Starting at $1200) - Everything above plus engaging, inspirational narrative for all audiences. Timeline: 6-8 weeks
Single Document Story (starting at $200) - Analysis of one document with contextual narrative. Timeline: 1-2 weeks
50% deposit to begin research, remainder upon completion
Factors affect pricing:
Document availability
Geographic location complexity
Time period challenges
International research requirements
Process section: I start with comprehensive research across all major genealogy platforms, locating birth, marriage, death, burial, census, military, and newspaper records. I use DNA analysis integration where relevant. I then research the historical context of the time period and location before creating a detailed genealogical report with full citations. From there, I create family-friendly narratives that transform research findings into meaningful stories
Sample Stories:
"Review these sample stories to see our research and storytelling approach:"
Thomas Eugene’s WWII Draft Registration
The Hamall Family Immigration Journey
Third example - perhaps a story about cultural adaptation or maintaining traditions
DNA Analysis and Family Connections
"Using DNA to solve family mysteries and validate relationships"
DNA Analysis & Family Connections
Service Packages:
Document Discovery (Starting at $600) - Basic research across all databases, historical context, research report with citations. Timeline: 3-5 weeks
Family Narrative (Starting at $850) - Everything above plus family-friendly story connecting the facts. Timeline: 5-7 weeks
Complete Story (Starting at $1300) - Everything above plus engaging, inspirational narrative for all audiences. Timeline: 8-10 weeks
Single Document Story (starting at $300) - Analysis of one document with contextual narrative. Timeline: 2-3 weeks
50% deposit to begin research, remainder upon completion
Factors affect pricing:
Document availability
Geographic location complexity
Time period challenges
International research requirements
DNA match analysis complexity
Multiple family line research
"Specialized genetic analysis may require additional time for comprehensive haplogroup and migration pattern research"
Process section: I start with comprehensive research across all major genealogy platforms and DNA databases, analyzing DNA matches to identify potential family connections and validate relationships. I integrate traditional records with genetic evidence to solve family mysteries and confirm genealogical findings. I then research the historical context of the time period and location before creating a detailed genealogical report with full citations. From there, I create family-friendly narratives that transform research findings into meaningful stories.
Sample Stories:
"Review these sample stories to see our research and storytelling approach:"