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A 50-Point Audit for Getting Started with Local SEO
This local SEO checklist covers 50 on-site and off-site points you need to audit.
A Complete Guide to Google Maps Marketing
Discover what Google Maps marketing is, why it matters for local SEO, and how to do it the right way.
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How to Use Relevant, Targeted Directories for Link Building
Online directories are an easy way for businesses to build links and draw traffic to their site. Learn how here.
How to Do Local SEO During the Holidays
These local SEO tips can help you take full advantage of the marketing opportunities that are the holidays.
Google Reveals Small Business Search Trends for 2019
Google released a new report with fresh data on how people are searching for small businesses in the United States.
Google My Business Lets Restaurants Opt-Out of Online Ordering
Google My Business is letting restaurant listings remove links to online ordering.
Google Makes Changes to GMB Listings With Distance-Based Service Areas
Google is going to automatically apply changes to Google My Business listings with distance-based service areas.
Small Business SEO: 6 Ways to Simplify Your Weekly Approach
Here are six tips any small business owner can use to develop a simple weekly approach to SEO.
Yelp Introduces Personalized Search Results
Yelp is giving users the option to personalize their search results based on diet, lifestyle, and accessibility.
Top Ranking in Google Local Can Be Rented
You can rent top positions in Google’s local search rankings.
8 Local Search Engine Optimization Tips for Bing
Here are eight local SEO tips that should help improve your local ranking in Bing.
5 Tips to Improve Your Regional SEO Strategy
Try these five tips to improve your regional SEO strategy.
Google My Business Lets Hotel Listings Customize Their Amenities
Hotel listings in Google My Business can now customize their services and amenities in a new “hotel attributes” section.
Link Building with Local Charities & Events
Here’s how you can build links through partnerships with charities and events in your local area.
Google Top Places List Out of Beta – Uses Machine Learning
Google’s Top Places List is out of beta. It now uses machine learning to select local search articles to display.
Google Assistant Comes to DISH TV – What this Means for Search
Google Assistant expands its reach via DISH TV. A milestone for voice search and Google Assistant.
Google Rolling Out Updates for Android Auto
Previously announced updates to Android Auto are rolling out. Integration with mobile devices coming in the future.
Local SEO for Enterprise Sites From 2004 to 2019
Optimizing your enterprise website for local search? Here’s a checklist to follow.
Google Adds “Request a Quote” Button to Business Listings in Search Results
Google is automatically adding a large “Request a Quote” button to eligible business listings in search results.
Google Maps App Updated With Ability to Edit Business Information
Google has updated the Maps app on iOS, allowing business owners to edit their listing information without leaving the app.