Forbes

How To Improve Local Search Rankings: 15 Best Practices For Businesses

SEO has changed dramatically in recent years, shifting focus from keyword stuffing and backlinks to prioritizing trust, relevance and user experience—especially on a local level. With the rise of AI, ...

Zambuki Highlights AI Search as Critical Advantage for Local Contractors Over National Franchises

Saint Petersburg, Florida - January 15, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Zambuki, a digital marketing technology company based ...

Blue Interactive Agency Strengthens AI-Driven SEO and Local Search Strategy Amid Shifts in AI-Based Discovery

Fort Lauderdale, Florida - January 14, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Blue Interactive Agency continues to publish resources ...
For Construction Pros

Local SEO Explained: How Service Contractors Can Rank Higher on Google

A practical guide to local SEO for service contractors, explaining how Google rankings work, why reviews matter and how ...
Search Engine Land

Google Search adds Gemini 2.5 Pro, AI Deep Search, and agentic local calling

Google upgraded AI Mode within Google Search with Gemini 2.5 Pro model and Deep Search in AI Mode. Plus, Google added AI-powered local business calling to check on local pricing, an agentic search ...
Search Engine Land

“Near me” SEO: Optimize for local searches that convert

What are “near me” searches and why do they matter? “Near me” searches are high-intent, proximity-driven queries that include language like “near me” or “nearby” to land local search results. For ...