Landon Murie is the CEO of Goodjuju Marketing, helping home service businesses with local SEO, stunning websites, and boosting close rates. How many Google reviews does your local business have? Does ...

The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) final rule banning fake reviews officially took effect on Oct. 21, marking a significant milestone in the fight against deceptive online practices. This ...

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, ...

We knew this was coming but as of July 11th, your reviews on Google Local Service Ads are now managed by Google Business Profiles. I know a number of local folks noticed who have LSAs noticed their ...

In November 2023 we started to see Google allow reactions on local photos and some reviews. Well, it seems to be rolling out more widely now. Some searchers are now seeing the ability to "heart" a ...

Since the inception of local business listings, companies have explored various methods to acquire more customer reviews. These reviews provide valuable insights into consumer sentiment, common pain ...

Review count and keywords in reviews are most important for gaining top spots. Proximity remains the most prevalent local search factor. This can vary by business sector. New data on over 3,000 Google ...