Genealogical Research Services
Whether you're just beginning or ready to go deeper, there's a way to walk your family's legacy with care. Every package is shaped around you and your story.
The first step in walking your legacy begins with a complimentary 20-minute consultation. During our conversation, we'll discuss your goals and explore how Roots To Return can help you bring your family's story to life. No charge and no obligation.
Roots To Return Discovery Call- Free - 20 Minutes
The Guided Process
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Let's kick things off with an engaging call! I'm excited to learn more about you and your family history goals. This is your space to share any information and details you have with me. I’m here to guide you through what we can achieve together and clarify what may not be possible, so you have clear expectations about the services included in your selected package.
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Next, I will conduct an in-depth exploration of your family's past, consulting various records, archives, and other research repositories. Then I will meticulously analyze everything to weave together a clear picture and narrative of your ancestors' lives. Based on the due diligence required, this process can take between 6 and 8 weeks.
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You'll receive a Roots To Return Ancestral Journey Dossier via email, filled with a detailed research report and a digital archive of key historical records. These documents will shed light on your ancestors' experiences, and we'll connect again to discuss their stories in depth.
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Have you considered what's next? Further research on a specific person or family lines, and tracing your roots? I can help guide you through those next steps with additional genealogical research and ancestral travel service packages.
By the end of this journey, you'll have a deeper understanding of your family's history and a sense of belonging that you can share with future generations.
Research Packages
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Roots Unearthed Package
1-on-1 Virtual Coaching $95.00 - 1 Hour.
If you're researching your own family history and feel stuck, you're in good company. This session is a good fit for the hands-on family historian who could use a little encouragement and direction. We'll focus together on your key research question—whether you've hit a wall, are unsure of your next step, or need advice on navigating records. Bring your questions, and I'll help you find your best path forward.
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Roots Reclaimed Package
This service begins at $440 for 8 hours of research.
This package is a good starting point for those embarking on their ancestral journey for the first time. Taking a personalized approach tailored to your unique family history, we'll begin building your family legacy by tracing your maternal and paternal lines back to your great-grandparents — laying the foundation for generations of discovery.
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Roots Reconnect Package
This service begins at $880 for 16 hours of research.
Building on prior research, this package is for those ready to dive deeper. Whether you want to focus on one family line or tackle a genealogical brick wall, we'll take strategic steps to recover the missing pieces of your story.
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Roots Remembered Package
This service begins at $1,100 for 20 hours of research.
Designed for those seeking a thorough exploration of a specific ancestor, this package helps uncover their life story, preserve a legacy, or solve complex research challenges. We'll go deep to honor the people who shaped your family.
Not Sure Where to Start? Let’s Talk.
Every family history is different, and every package I offer is already shaped around the client's specific needs. If none of these feel quite right — or if you're not sure where to start — I'd love to hear from you.
Custom research begins at $55 per hour, designed around what you actually need.
Let's walk your family's legacy together, step by step, and at your pace.
The Value You Will Experience:
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As an experienced family historian, I possess a comprehensive understanding of a diverse range of research methods and tools. My approach involves thorough investigations of records, which are meticulously analyzed and cross-checked to ensure accuracy and reliability.
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Every family history is unique, and I take pride in tailoring my services to align with your specific needs and interests. By focusing on what is most important to you, I ensure that your genealogy journey is both meaningful and personalized. And I will guide you through every step of the process.
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Understanding your ancestral heritage can provide a sense of identity, belonging, rootedness, and connection. My mission is to uncover family histories and empower individuals to understand how their roots and heritage shape their lives today. This understanding can provide a grounding for living forward.
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At the end of your research journey, you'll receive a carefully prepared dossier that tells your family's story with the care it deserves.
Inclusions may vary by package, but typically include:
Research Report — a personalized narrative of your ancestors' lives, written to be read, shared, and passed down
Family Tree — a clear visual map of the relationships uncovered during your research, when applicable to your package
Research Journal with Source Citations — a transparent record of every source consulted and how it shaped the findings, so you can trust, verify, and build on the work
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