Types of Research
House and Building History
The kind of property research I do involves trying to figure out about when a house or building was built and who lived there. I do this by utilizing a variety of available historical information such as census records, city directories, deed records, insurance maps, newspaper articles, obituaries, and cemetery records. I can provide you with biographical information on owners and residents as well as a chain-of-title listing those who have owned your property and dates when the property changed hands. I'll also provide you with copies of any supporting information I turn up. Click here to see a property history sample. For more information, see the Pricing page.
National Register of Historic Places and Local Historic District Nominations
I am available to write National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and Local Historic District (LHD) nominations. My experience includes working with property owners and non-profit organizations on individual houses and other sites and structures. Below are links to samples of my work:
William C. and Clara E. Dunn House (LHD)
Ninde-Mead-Farnsworth House (NRHP)
New Standard for Living: Lustron Houses in Indiana (NR)
William C. and Clara E. Dunn House (LHD)
Ninde-Mead-Farnsworth House (NRHP)
New Standard for Living: Lustron Houses in Indiana (NR)