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NEW! We Can Now Search The 1935 Puerto Rico Special Census!
Let Us Help You - Our Research Services
de Ribera Researchers offers professional genealogical research for fee services nationwide. While, we specialize in Puerto Rican genealogy in general, and southern Puerto Rican genealogy in particular, our strengths are such that we can conduct research for virtually any part of the United States of America. We use legitimate online resources, the massive microfilm database of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (The Mormons), various subscription services, our own personal library of genealogical resources developed over the last 15 years, and, as needed, research is conducted at actual source locations in the field (churches, archives, libraries, etc). We strive to provide our clients with accurate and professional services at the lowest cost possible. And, all costs are spelled out up front so you know exactly what it will cost you before you commit. The only exception being actual out of pocket expenses, if applicable, but even there we can you a good idea of what those costs could be (see "Payment" section below).
Our Services
We offer our research services in two basic options as noted below. Review each one and decide which one is best suited to your own personal research needs. And, if for some reason you find that neither of these two options works for you we will be glad to entertain any other reasonable alternative.
Option 1 - Flat Rate Research
This option is especially recommended for beginners or those just starting out in their genealogical research. It has the potential of returning the best and most results and for laying down a good, solid, and well documented basis for all future independent research efforts. This option ensures that your future research will go down the right paths. It is based on a flat, one-time fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00), plus expenses, that guarantees you a minimum of five (5) actual hours of personal research and a written genealogical report documenting our findings, along with copies of any documents support our findings (e.g., baptismal, marriage, death, census records, etc). All sources are clearly identified in the report for your own future use and independent verification of our research product. After a flat rate research report you can then pursue your research on your own using our report as a guide; you can request another flat rate research report to follow up on any matters identified in the prior report or any other matter you identify; or, you can request a hourly rate research report focused on your specific research needs. To purchase a "Flat Rate Research" project just click on the "BUY NOW" button below and follow the instructions. Once payment is received we will contact you to ascertain the exact nature of your request, or, you may send us an email with your research needs and we will respond back in a timely manner.
Option 2 - Hourly Fee
This option is a straight-forward hourly rate of thirty dollars ($30.00), plus expenses, for any specific genealogical research plan you may devise. You pay only for actual time spent researching your subject. This is best for those who know exactly what they are looking for, want to limit their financial investment, and wish to direct the research. This option will also apply in those situations where a field visit to an archive is required or requested by the client. To purchase a "Hourly Fee Rate Research" project just select the "Hourly Rate $30.00" from the drop-down menu below and then click on the "BUY NOW" button below and follow the instructions.
You can also use the drop-down menu below to buy two hours ($60.00) of research time, and also to buy a search of the 1935 Puerto Rico Special Census.
Our Product
You will receive a typed genealogical research report which documents our findings and which includes clear citations for all sources used to compile the report. Including the sources makes your report that much more valuable as it allows for independent verification of the research. The report will be submitted in digital format along with digital copies, in .jpg format unless otherwise requested, of all the relevant documents used to compile your report. Additionally, a copy of the report will be provided in GEDCOM format so that you can upload it to any genealogical database program you may be using.
To view a sample Genealogy Report just click on the left hand side of this page where it says "Sample Genealogy Report." This is just one of the several items you would recieve as part of our services.
Payment
We accept payment thru PayPal and the following major credirt cards are also welcomed: VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER, and, AMEX. All orders are processed thru the secure PayPal site for your protection. Pre-payment is required in all instances before actual research can begin.
Please note that the prices quoted above are only for actual personal research time spent on your project. However, they do not include the cost of any necessary expenses that may be incurred in order to carry out your research request ("out of pocket expenses"). Some examples are: research material acquisition costs such as microfilm rentals (currently $5.50/roll), church documentation certification ($5 - $15 per document, if required); out of town travel (where required to satisfy your research request and with your prior approval); photocopies (where applicable, typically .25 to $1.00 each); postage (where required if email/digital submission of reports/documents is not acceptable to client; or actual correspondence directly related to securing documents or conducting the research). Also, please note that if we have a record in our possession we will not charge you any out of pocket expenses for providing you a copy as long as a digital version is acceptable.
Our Guarantee
While we cannot, and do not, guarantee specific research results, we do guarantee that we will provide you with professional services on a timely basis. We are always available for your questions during the research period which will vary for each subject but can range in time from one (1) week up to ninety (90) days or more depending on the location and availability of appropriate records. We will also provide you with interim email reports on the progress of your research subject during the research period. We may also contact you to clarify any inconsistencies discovered during the research. All of these services are included as part of either of the above two research options. Our aim is to please you the client by providing you with the information you seek. However, there may be situations where the records simply do not exist or are not available for a variety of reasons (personal privacy being one). We will inform you as soon as we become aware of any such situations.
Of course, we are happy to respond to any general, or Puerto Rican, genealogical research related questions you may have at no charge. Email us at: info@derivera.com
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