Do you have DNA results from multiple companies and noticed differences between them? In this post we will explain why. People who are passionate about DNA testing often conduct multiple DNA tests with different companies or upload our DNA data … Continued
If you have looked through your Ancestry DNA match list, chances are good you have seen matches marked “Unassigned.” In this post, learn what this term actually entails. Ancestry match lists are my favorite part of DNA test results. Through … Continued
Have your DNA results returned with one percent matching to a region? Learn which generations back it might exist in your family tree. The ethnicity estimate shows where your ancestors may have lived within approximately the past 300-500 years, with … Continued
What does it mean if I share an X DNA match, but no autosomal genes? Read this post to understand if these individuals could be true genetic relatives and how you can detect your relationship. Finding an unlikely DNA match … Continued
Do you need assistance in understanding how the Parent 1 and Parent 2 on Ancestry corresponds with your maternal and paternal sides of the family? In this post, find some easy techniques that can assist you. There are two primary … Continued
Have you heard that AncestryDNA allows users to organize their matches by the ancestor they share? This feature, called “ThruLines,” makes this possible and you can learn how to utilize it by reading this article. As many are well aware, … Continued
Have you tried Ancestry’s DNA Compare feature yet? Launched in March 2023, this new addition provides even greater insight into our shared ancestry with friends and relatives. Ancestry’s DNA Compare feature is one of several new tools introduced and enhanced … Continued
Have you used MyHeritage’s cM Explainer yet? In this post, learn how to locate and utilize this useful DNA analysis tool. Understanding our DNA matches’ relationships to us can be challenging, particularly if they’re distantly related. However, DNA testing companies … Continued