All articles from Local SEO (69)
Insights
13 min read
What I Need to Know About What Google Is Doing, and What Olly Olly Is Doing About It
If you run a local home services business and you've been hearing a lot of noise about Google lately, you're not crazy. Something real has...
Blog
8 min read
How Many Reviews Do I Need to Start Ranking on Google? (The Magic Numbers That Change Everything)
Is there a 'magic number' of reviews to rank on Google? Yes. This guide reveals the specific thresholds like 5, 25, and 75+ reviews that...
Google Business Profile
14 min read
BREAKING: Google Is Pulling Social Posts Onto Your Business Profile and Inactive Businesses Are Falling Out of the Top Spots
Your latest social media post is now competing with reviews and photos as the first thing prospects see on Google. Businesses holding the top of...
Google Business Profile
11 min read
Why Can’t Customers Find My Business on Google Maps? The 2026 Fix Guide *Updated
You search your business on Google Maps, nothing. Competitor shows up first every time. Sound familiar? You’re not alone.
Blog
7 min read
The SERP in 2026: Trying to Make Sense of the Nonsensical
If you’ve searched for a local service recently, plumber, electrician, roofer, you’ve probably noticed something different. The business that wins and shows up first doesn’t...
Tutorials
8 min read
How to Optimize Your Google Business Profile Services in 2026 UPDATED
Optimizing your Google Business Profile services is one of the most effective ways to improve local visibility and attract local customers. A properly optimized profile...
Google Business Profile
11 min read
How Does Service Area Work in Google Business Profile?
Your Google Business Profile (GBP) is one of the most powerful tools for getting found locally whether you run a storefront or travel to customers....
Insights
6 min read
Can ChatGPT Be Used in Local SEO? What Businesses Need to Know in 2026 UPDATED
We’ve been getting this question more and more often. The answer is yes. Here’s why and how you can make the most of it as...
Google Business Profile
16 min read
Why Did My GBP Ranking Drop Overnight? (2026 Recovery Guide)
Your GBP ranking vanished. Was it a suspension, an algorithm update, or a competitor attack? This guide is your diagnostic checklist to find the real...