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Features in Google Business Profiles

There are key features in Google Business profiles that determine if, and when, customers find your business. More so, if they engage with, buy from you or visit your business website or premises.

However, particular features require Content, Schedules, Management, and Customer Service.

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MiShoplocal 13 July 2023
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What do people use Google Maps for?

Google Maps is the single most used application that people use to search for local businesses, services and directions.

More importantly, it’s used globally, so if you want to attract foreign visitors, you can be confident that they will probably be using Google Maps too.

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MiShoplocal 12 June 2023
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When do customers look at Google Business Profiles?

Customers find your Google Business Profile when they are searching for your products/services. If customers are searching for things generically, or organically, then you will appear alongside lots of other businesses serving your sector in local search results.

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MiShoplocal 6 February 2023
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Is Google My Business (GMB) the same as a Google Business Profile (GBP)?

Yes; Google just changed the name. They are trying to make sure businesses are aware of the fact that Google is offering a ‘Business Profile’. This was also the case with ‘Google My Business’ but the name was somewhat confusing to businesses.

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MiShoplocal 5 April 2022
Google My Business Local Search

What Is Local Search?

“Local search” is when people search for local businesses, places and services using search engines like Google and Bing, or directories such as Yell.com. Typically people use search terms such as “business near me”, or “businesses in location” , or “service in location”, for example, “hair salon near me”, “dentists in Brighton”, etc.

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MiShoplocal 24 March 2022
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What Are Google Posts?

Google Posts (aka Google Updates) is a free feature in your Google Business Profile that can be used to promote your products or services at a time when customers are actively looking to buy.

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MiShop.local 8 February 2022
Local Listing Optimisation Local Search

The Local Search Guide for Estate Agents

Most people move home infrequently, so, when the need does arise for someone to look to buy, sell or rent a property, they may have little to no experience of working with the estate agents serving their area.  The local online presence and reputation of the estate agent is therefore crucial.

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MiShoplocal 5 June 2021
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Google Products for Estate and Lettings Agents

No matter your sector – commercial or residential, sales or lettings – you can use Google Products to highlight select properties in your local portfolio to entice buyers and sellers.

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MiShoplocal 10 December 2020
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What Are Google Product Listings?

Google Product listings appear prominently within Google My Business and are seen every time customers search for your store.

Listings may contain several key product images, descriptions, pricing and links to your website.

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MiShoplocal 10 December 2020
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