The document discusses tips for organizing genealogy research materials. It recommends (1) creating a systematic filing system using folders or binders organized by surname to store paper documents and citing sources, (2) recording research findings in a genealogy software program and research log, and (3) digitizing documents, photos, books and magazines by scanning them and storing digital copies with descriptive names and metadata. It also stresses the importance of (3) creating a disaster plan by making backups of digital files and storing copies offline in secure locations. The goal is to organize materials to make them easy to find, preserve valuable sources, and protect research from data loss.