Every genealogical research project is different.
No price lists, no standard packages.
Every family has its own history, its own circumstances, and its own challenges. That's why I don't offer pre-packaged solutions.
Before determining the timeline and costs, it’s important to understand what you want to reconstruct, what evidence you already have, and what sources can be consulted. After an initial assessment, I’ll work with you to develop a customized plan, with objectives, estimated timelines, and costs clearly outlined in the quote.
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FIRST OF ALL
What Is Genealogical Research?
Genealogical research is a historical investigation that begins with the clues you already have—a name, a town, a photograph, a document, or a family memory—and follows them through various sources to piece together the lives of individuals, families, and generations over time.
It doesn't simply mean organizing names and dates or relying on information found online. It means researching, comparing, and verifying sources, reconstructing each connection based on the information supported by the documents.
Parish records, civil registry records, notarial deeds, land registers, military documents, emigration records, and other sources can shed light on various aspects of a family’s life.
The result always depends on what the sources have preserved and what can still be reconstructed.
Before discussing timeframes and costs, it is important to understand what can be researched and which sources can be consulted.
WHY I WORK THIS WAY
Research based on your story.
I can't give you a price until I know your story.
Research on a family that has lived in the same town for generations can be very different from a study that spans multiple provinces, foreign archives, or centuries of migration.
That's why you won't find any standard packages or rates here. First, I listen to what you're looking for, evaluate the available resources, and work with you to determine the best approach.
Only then will you receive a personalized, clear, and written quote.
WHAT DETERMINES THE COST
Each estimate outlines the work required.
The cost of a research project depends on its scope, the availability of sources, and the type of reconstruction you want.
Factors that may have an impact include:
- Generations and branches to be reconstructed
- Number and type of archives to be consulted
- Accessibility and Condition of the Sources
- Geographic Scope of the Research
- Any research related to emigration and foreign archives
- Travel expenses or document reproduction costs
- Type of final project: family tree, documentation, historical account, or broader project.
It's not just a matter of how far back an ancestor goes.
What matters is the work required to locate and document it.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE ESTIMATE
Everything you need to know about what you're entrusting to us.
The estimate is prepared based on an assessment of the research and clearly outlines what will be done, what results are expected, and what the costs will be.
RESEARCH OBJECTIVE
What we intend to reconstruct and what questions will guide our work.
PLANNED ACTIVITIES
The research, verification, and activities necessary to achieve the agreed-upon objectives.
SOURCES AND ARCHIVES
The main sources and archives that may be consulted, depending on the availability and accessibility of the documents.
ESTIMATED TIMES
An estimate of the time required to conduct the research.
COSTS
The total cost of the work, with any additional costs listed separately.
A clear estimate lets you know from the start what the project entails and how the research process will be structured.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
There is no set fee. The price depends on the scope of the research, the available sources, the archives to be consulted, the geographic scope, and the type of report requested. After an initial assessment, you will receive a personalized, written quote.
Yes. Before starting the work, a quote is prepared based on the available information and the research that can actually be conducted.
The time required varies depending on the complexity of the research, the number of generations and archives involved, and the time it takes to access the sources. The estimate will include the estimated time required for the work.
Yes. A name, a town, a date, a photograph, or a document may be enough to begin an investigation. The investigation will then determine what other leads can be pursued.
No. You don't need to have a family tree already set up. You can start your research with just a little information and proceed by verifying and reconstructing connections using sources.
Research is always conducted based on the sources that are actually available. If a connection cannot be proven, it is marked as unverified rather than presented as fact.
Yes, when the family history warrants it. Any research conducted abroad, as well as the associated costs or additional activities, are evaluated and included in the estimate.
Yes. The scope of the work can be defined based on what you want to trace: a single person, a family tree, multiple generations, a family history, or a specific topic.
The deliverables are determined based on the research conducted and your specific needs. They may include genealogical documentation, reproductions and transcriptions of records, family trees, family history narratives, or a more extensive project.
No. The estimate is meant to clearly show you what the job entails, the estimated timeline, and the costs. It's up to you to decide whether to proceed.
Research cannot guarantee that every piece of information will be found. Sources may be incomplete, damaged, lost, or not yet accessible. Even when it is not possible to reach a definitive conclusion, the research can help determine what has been documented, what still needs to be verified, and what leads can still be pursued.
Do you have a story you'd like to rediscover?
Do you already have a name, a date, a photograph, or a family memory? That’s enough to get started. Tell me what you know and what clues you already have. Together, we can figure out where to begin and which approach might be best for your research.