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Google Places changes local SEO

Published on October 29, 2010 by David Castillo   ·   3 Comments

The introduction of Google Places puts more emphasis on local search engine optimization (SEO) campaigns.

Companies that want to appear in local search queries need to take several steps for optimization.

Experts believe that relevant keywords combined with online customer reviews can easily boost SEO rankings.

Google has merged organic and local search, creating a significant shift on how it displays local search results.

According to the search engine, Google Places will help deliver more relevant local search results.

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  1. [...] Google Places changes local SEOLast Click NewsThe introduction of Google Places puts more emphasis on local search engine optimization (SEO) campaigns. Companies that want to appear in local search …Google Place Search Emphasizes Local SEOMediapost.comSEO Article Writing – Killer TipsStock Markets Review (press release)Big Changes Coming to Google SearchDealer Marketing MagazineImpact Media (blog) -MediaPost Publications -DirectNewsall 45 news articles » [...]

  2. timokeefe says:

    Google places has basically killed the Yellow Pages. Their new places search also is a big move against Facebooks Places.

  3. That’s true. Facebook is fast becoming a serious rival for Google.

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