For small, mobile, local businesses operating without a fixed storefront, navigating the world of local SEO can feel like charting uncharted territory. Service area businesses (SABs) – think plumbers, ...

Local search is no longer just about maps and directories. What began as a game of citation consistency has grown into a dynamic, intent-driven ecosystem shaped by real-time data, customer ...

Google will consolidate its Local Services Ads (LSA) credibility programs into a single Google Verified badge, starting in October. How it works: Why we care. The new Google Verified badge replaces ...

Google Search can now call local businesses using AI to gather pricing and availability info on your behalf. Here's how it works. Google Search can now make AI-powered calls to local 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, ...

Michael J. Fox is a marketer and founder of Corberry. He has successfully helped home service contractors with their websites and marketing. If you're thinking of expanding your electrical business, ...

Following Daily Listen in early January, Google is launching a new Search Lab called “Ask for me.” Google will use “AI to call businesses on your behalf” when you’re looking for the availability and ...

Google has announced Ask for Me, a new experiment in Search Labs that lets its AI handle phone calls to local businesses. The feature allows users to request service pricing and availability for ...

Online Advantages Helps Businesses Thrive in the Era of AI-Driven Search "Search is evolving faster than ever, and local businesses deserve strategies that evolve with it," said Matt Maglodi, Founder ...

Helping plumbers, electricians, roofers and local service providers generate more leads through Google Maps and local ...