Let's work together to discover the stories of your ancestors. First, you and I will work together to determine your goals and examine the data that you know. Through both online and offline research techniques, I will help you locate the information required in accordance to the research plan that has been developed uniquely for you. Upon the completion of research and analysis, you will be provided with a detailed report covering all aspects of the project including both positive and negative results; copies, transcriptions, or abstracts of documents as appropriate; and recommendations for future research should you wish to continue learning more. You will receive regular updates via email to keep you informed on the progress of the project. My research services can be combined with other services such as writing, editing, and heritage photography to create a unique and individualized experience. Please see my FAQs for more information including my fee structure.

Getting frustrated? Stuck behind a brick wall? Sometimes all you need is a little help to move you further towards your goal. I can evaluate and analyze the data and documents that you've collected through your research, organize it into a clear research plan, and give you steps that will help you attain your goals. Consultations of this type including analysis and the writing of a research plan will be billed at my regular rate of $35 per hour with a minimum of one (1) hour billed. You will receive an additional one (1) hour of analysis and organization at no additional cost as I include a one-hour free consultation with all projects. You get two hours for the price of one!

What is Heritage Photography? Simple: Preserving and presenting your family history through photographs.

• Do you have family history in Ohio? I can provide photographs of the locations important to your family. Imagine having photos of the family homestead today, or collecting photos of the churches, schools, and town squares significant to your ancestors.

• Do you have your grandmother's photographs in your closet? Let me help preserve these memories by turning them into digital images. Raw and edited versions will be supplied on a cd for you.

A: This answer is different for each person. You may want to know your family's history but may not have the interest or time to complete the research yourself. You may have hit the proverbial "brick wall" ancestor and need a little help breaking through. You may live outside of Ohio and need a local researcher to pick up where distance won't allow you to go. Your story is unique to you, and I'd love to help you discover it.

A: My local area covers archives and repositories within the Central Ohio area. However, I do make regular trips to additional counties and will travel throughout the state as needed. Please see the repository list below for additional information.

A: I'll be glad to help you! In addition to my research services, I also provide help with research plans and analysis. Please see this section of my available services in the listing above.

A: My fees are as follows:

• Document Retrieval Fees: $10 for the first document and $5 for each additional document if each is clearly cited and identified. Documents not previously identified will be subject to my regular hourly fee billed at 30 minute increments. Travel expenses may be required. Please see the "Travel Expenses" FAQ below for more details.
• Research Fees: $35 per hour, minimum three (3) hours plus travel expenses if required.
• Research Plan Creation and/or Research Analysis: $35 per hour, minimum one (1) hour. Travel expenses may be required if we meet in person to review your collected research.
• Heritage Photography: $35 per hour, minimum one (1) hour plus travel expenses if required.
• Freelance Writing and Editing: Fees are determined on a per-project basis. Please Contact me for more information.
• Social Media and Blogging Services: Fees are determined on a per-project basis. Please Contact me for more information.

A: Travel within Franklin County, Ohio is not subject to a travel fee although the client will be responsible for reimbursing any parking fees accrued. However, all travel outside a 30-mile radius of Hilliard, Ohio 43026 will be charged a travel fee of 0.55 cents per mile in addition to any applicable parking fees. I am available for overnight travel should it be requested by the client and required by the project. An additional fee of $100 per night will be assessed to cover additional costs necessary with this type of travel.