{"id":4374,"date":"2019-07-03T09:00:13","date_gmt":"2019-07-03T16:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sabaseo.com\/?p=4374"},"modified":"2019-07-03T09:00:13","modified_gmt":"2019-07-03T16:00:13","slug":"2019-local-seo-ranking-factors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cloud.sabaseo.com\/~beta\/seosaba\/2019-local-seo-ranking-factors\/","title":{"rendered":"Local SEO Checklist for 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local search should be a top priority for your business, as nearly half of all mobile searches are local searches. You rank in local searches by following local SEO (search engine optimization) best practices.\u00a0Here are some local search ranking factors for 2019, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brought to you by the experts at Saba SEO, a top-tier\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sabaseo.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SEO company San Diego<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">businesses trust for high-quality service and unparalleled digital marketing expertise.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Google My Business<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Google My Business is a free local search ranking tool. Just because it\u2019s free doesn&#8217;t mean you shouldn\u2019t fully utilize this tool. Make sure to accurately fill out all information. The information must be identical to what\u2019s on your website. Don\u2019t substitute abbreviations or ranking keywords for accurate information. Include social media and a written description of your business and services. Your Google My Business page should include your logo.\u00a0If you have separate business locations, there should be an individual listing for each location.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Responsive Design<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is your website responsive? Is it mobile friendly? One in two searches are on a mobile device. If you haven\u2019t upgraded to mobile, you\u2019re missing out on a lot of potential business.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Business Reviews<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reviews are part of what ranks your website. Google is creating a database of the top business experts, and your excellent rating demonstrates customers are giving your company a thumbs up. Make sure to include a page of testimonials on your website to highlight examples of satisfied customers.\u00a0Dealing with negative reviews in a proactive way is another way to demonstrate to potential customers that you care and are willing to go the extra mile.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Local Keywords<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include local keywords in your business description. If you\u2019re working in a community that services a bigger area, make sure to include that important keyword, which could be in the description of your business and in the headers and text of your business description and FAQ page.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Links<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Building a good list of local links should be a top priority. Make sure your business is listed in local directories. Offer discounts to other organizations and charities. In return, they\u2019ll link to your page and solidify your local SEO. Link back to these high-quality sites.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re looking for ways to boost your business\u2019s rank, don\u2019t overlook local search with regard to\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sabaseo.com\/search-engine-optimization\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SEO. In San Diego<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, businesses know they can rely on the experience and know-how of the SEO pros at Saba SEO to help them increase their rank, build their customer base, and grow revenue. For help with your SEO strategy, call one of our knowledgeable SEO specialists today at 858-277-1717.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Local search should be a top priority for your business, as nearly half of all mobile searches are local searches. 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