Land records are a great way to learn more about your family. These records show where someone lived and when. They help place your ancestor in a real spot on the map. You can also see who owned the land before or after them, which may lead to more family names.
Land records often list the name of the buyer, the seller, the size of the land, and the date it changed hands. Some records also include the price paid or other helpful notes. These facts can tell you about your ancestor’s job, income, or role in the community.
These records are also useful for spotting family ties. For example, land often stayed in a family for many years. You might see the same last name show up again and again. This helps you track people over time and understand how land was passed down.
If you are stuck in your family search, land records can help. They may give clues when birth or death records are missing. You can also use them with census records to learn more about daily life. If your ancestor moved, land records might show where they went.
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- Kentucky Land Records, 1774-1924
- Land and Tax Records of Ohio 1787-1840
- Land Records of Pennsylvania Bucks and Lancaster Co. 1682-1825
- Land Records: AL, AR, FL, LA, MI, MN, OH, WI, 1790-1907
- Tithe Applotment Books of Ireland, 1823-1838
- Virginia Land, Marriage, and Probate Records, 1700s-1900s