R1b1a2 M269 now what?

[geniemom]

My father's family is the above.  I've done the 25 markers, trying to decide between going to 37/67 or the SNP.  Any one with ideas on which  might be better.  The surname was Newman, only have it back to 1770's in Gloucestershire, England.  Nothing further, was hoping to make a connection to help further this line.

Appreciate any words of wisdom here.  Thanks much

[Luan]

I would do SNP first to see where does your father belong of M269 to get a better idea.

[inver2b1]

If you want to find close mathces then upgrading to a higher number of STR's would be of most use.

[rms2]

I agree. I would go out to 67 or 111 markers first and check your matches. Some of them may have SNP results. What your closest matches are is probably what you are, too. That can help guide your SNP testing, when you get around to it, and save you some money.