The 2009 Software Update contains some exciting new (and updated) features! Over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing my thoughts and experiences that I hope will help you take advantage of all the great new enhancements. Today we’ll look at source templates.
I’m a little embarrassed to admit this: I don’t always practice what I [...]

The Family Tree Maker Free 2009 Update is within a few days of release! When it’s available for download, we’ll provide specific feature information here. I’ve asked Tana L. Pedersen, author of The Official Guide to Family Tree Maker 2009, to be a guest blogger on this site. She’ll provide you with characteristically clear instructions [...]

It’s been too long! I’m sorry about the length of time since my last post. It’s been a particularly busy time, but that’s no excuse. My goal is to do a weekly post from now on, so you should hear from me on most Mondays.  
I’ve really enjoyed hearing about the reasons why you do your [...]

I knew it from the first time I watched it in action — this was something important.  During my college days a friend from high school let me watch as she researched an ancestor. Although my parents had genealogy books at home that were filled with notes, pictures and trees, this was the first time [...]

To the people who joined us for this evening’s webinar, thank you! We enjoyed having the opportunity to answer some of your questions. If you didn’t have a chance to join us live, the webinar will be available in a few days at http://www.familytreemaker.com/About/Webinars.aspx
As a follow-up, I’d like to clarify something I mentioned in the [...]

Many resources are available to help you effectively use Family Tree Maker 2009. Here are some commonly asked questions and their answers.
Q. I’m new to Family Tree Maker. How do I get started?
Here are some options for becoming acquainted with Family Tree Maker 2009.
Option 1: The Family Tree Maker Getting Started Guide is a great [...]

Hi,
We’re holding a webinar on Family Tree Maker 2009, and we’d like to answer as many questions as possible. Please post the questions you have regarding the new version.
The webinar will be held on November 19, 2008 at 8:00pm Eastern. To attend the webinar, you must first register here.
Thanks!

Hi everyone,
I’m Michelle Pfister, a Senior Product Manager working on Family Tree Maker. I’m looking forward to joining the conversation and hearing your suggestions for Family Tree Maker 2009. Thanks for your active participation!
First, let me give you an update. Some of our Family Tree Maker 2008 registrants have already received an email explaining how [...]

Duff Wilson, Product Manager for Family Tree Maker, talks about FTM 2009 in this week’s edition of DearMYRTLE’s Family History Hour genealogy podcast.
Duff explains some of the exciting new features in this year’s version of FTM and when the software will be available.
You can listen to the podcast on DearMYRTLE’s website here. (The segment with Duff begins 35 [...]

One of the new features in Family Tree Maker 2009 is the ability to see an entire migration path for an ancestor’s life.