Google updates the Google My Business API to version 3.0
The new Google My Business API brings additional functionality to help those who manage locations at scale. This is version 3.0, which comes 6...
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Google testing a slimmed-down version of the local box
Google is testing a minimalist version of the local box in the mobile search results. My best guess: It is a version for slower internet connections....
Why “near me” is critically important for multi-location businesses
As searchers become increasingly mobile, hyper-local searches are on the rise. Columnist Jason Decker believes that multi-location businesses stand...
With “Trips” app, will Google finally deliver a better travel experience?
New Google travel effort promises to bring together a range of tools and capabilities....
60% of local SEOs are outsourcing more tasks in 2016 vs. 2015
What is the current state of outsourcing in the local search world? Columnist Myles Anderson takes a look at the results of a recent BrightLocal...
Google Maps now with keyboard-based navigation controls
Pan, zoom and find businesses on Google Maps without touching your mouse....
Google testing a slimmed-down version of the local box
Google is testing a minimalist version of the local box in the mobile search results. My best guess: It is a version for slower internet...
The complicated local path to purchase: 7 marketing tasks to do yourself and 7 to outsource
Consumers weave their way through more media and platforms than ever before to find local information, making marketing to them more...
Why “near me” is critically important for multi-location businesses
As searchers become increasingly mobile, hyper-local searches are on the rise. Columnist Jason Decker believes that multi-location businesses...
Top 9 reasons Google suspends local listings
Has your business listing in Google been suspended? Not sure what happened? Columnist Joy Hawkins discusses the likely causes and how to address...
Is a local SEO campaign like a sitcom?
Strong local SEO is no laughing matter, but columnist Jenny Foster discusses how local search campaigns and sitcoms follow a surprisingly...
Google opens home service ads to HVAC services and electricians
The local ad product is also now available in Sacramento,...
Google displaying gas prices in the local 3-pack
Now you can get the prices for filling up your tank in the Google results when searching for...
Don’t trust Google to structure your local data
As Google increasingly incorporates direct answers and other types of featured snippets into search results pages, columnist Andrew Shotland...
Google My Business iOS app now lets business owners manage holiday & special hours
Google has updated the iOS version of their Google My Business app to let you set holiday hours, but the app seems to have frozen for...
Seeking investments from Microsoft & Amazon, HERE signals intent to compete aggressively with Google Maps
Carmaker consortium seeks additional funds, resources to further develop and grow the mapping...
Google+ accounts no longer required for leaving local reviews in Google
Google revamped the interface to add reviews on local results and dropped the Google+ account...
Google documents Google My Business local ranking factors
Google's document on ranking in the local search results has been expanded to include factors like links, articles and...
New report from the Local Search Association on SMB advertiser churn
This report from the Local Search Association and Vendasta explores some of the triggers and potential variables behind SMB advertiser churn,...
6 simple steps to connect with mobile customers
According to Google, four out of five consumers use search engines to find their way to local stores. A recent survey found 78 percent of...
Google Maps for iOS now integrates with Apple’s Spotlight Search
Google Maps users on the iPhone can now more quickly access recent searches and saved places....
“Search disruption is coming!” and 9 other expert insights From LSA16
The Local Search Association recently held its 2016 Annual Conference, LSA16, and Wesley Young shares 10 insights from experts and SMBs that...
