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Local SEO/ Multiple Location Issue

by localdominator
14 replies
I am focusing purely on getting companies listed in GP and then referring all natural seo to others. I have been running into the problem of some potential clients who want to do literally a few hundred listings across the US if I can solve the location issue.

Since virtual office/ups suites are not very cost effective, I was wondering if you have a suggestion. I don't want to black hat the locations, since these will be long term clients. I have the phone issues solved.

Your insight would be appreciated.
#issue #local #location #multiple #seo or
  • Profile picture of the author Vincenzo Oliva
    Don't do it. If they do not have a location in the city, don't scam google they will ban your account. I've had a restaurant chain in 1 metro area want to do 4 cities that they're located in. Each one is a totally new entity and a charge like a new customer.
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    • Profile picture of the author localdominator
      They do have a presence in every location that they want to be listed in. They service each area but from central locations, up to 60 miles in any direction. They want to be able to be found in more than just where they are located but also where they service since they do it everyday. I am trying to find a way to legitimately help them be found locally in each city they service.

      Anyone know of a way to get a local address in a cost effective way?
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      • Profile picture of the author Bronwyn and Keith
        Hi LocalD

        Some people have mentioned using serviced offices as legitimate addresses, or even storage places.

        We haven't gone down that path but understand that they are reasonably priced?

        regards

        Bronwyn and Keith
        Originally Posted by localdominator View Post

        They do have a presence in every location that they want to be listed in. They service each area but from central locations, up to 60 miles in any direction. They want to be able to be found in more than just where they are located but also where they service since they do it everyday. I am trying to find a way to legitimately help them be found locally in each city they service.

        Anyone know of a way to get a local address in a cost effective way?
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        • Profile picture of the author localdominator
          Not much action, I guess not too many people have ran into this issue. Or everyone just black hats it.
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          • Profile picture of the author willz605
            If they have physical locations at every address...than you have every right to build a GP for each location. I've already come across this several times...especially for clients that own several franchises.
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            • Profile picture of the author localdominator
              Read above, the don't have an office in every city, they have hubs.
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              • Profile picture of the author willz605
                Well.....I'm sorry for misinterpreting your message earlier

                you did say they have a presence (but they really don't because they don't have a business address) in each location...btw....what is a hub?

                If they do service the area...than ON-PAGE website optimization and local directories are the way to go.....IMO....

                The ON-Page technique of including service areas in context and additional areas on their website should help....of course this is going to take a lot of time no matter what you do....
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  • Profile picture of the author gmann46
    I am posting this in what seems like discussion about local seo, ranking etc., can someone please explain to me waht a citation is? I am working on my brothers local business and backlinking as I do for my stuff is different for local companies. I would like info also about what you find that works best to get local companies ranked.

    Thanks
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    • Profile picture of the author localdominator
      Originally Posted by gmann46 View Post

      I am posting this in what seems like discussion about local seo, ranking etc., can someone please explain to me waht a citation is? I am working on my brothers local business and backlinking as I do for my stuff is different for local companies. I would like info also about what you find that works best to get local companies ranked.

      Thanks
      Pm me with an email or skype and I can tell you a lot more. I apologize that I don't have the post count up enough yet to do so myself. I'd be happy to show you or anyone else how to implement local search more.
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  • Profile picture of the author Vincenzo Oliva
    A citation is basically a link in map land. A "write up/review" on a business directory like Yelp or Superpages.
    It still sounds like they're trying to "game" the system. Getting recognized in different locations with having a physical location there is not what Google Places is for.
    You want to go "BH" look up realtors in the area and find an empty lot address to use.
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  • Profile picture of the author localdominator
    I am trying to find a way to either legitimately do virtual type office locations or find out if anyone has a service that can provide addresses in bulk in most major cities in the US.
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  • Profile picture of the author russellprisco
    Does Google frown upon PMB's? I imagine it's the same deal as it is with PO Boxes... But not certain...

    Anyone?

    Thanks,

    Russell =)
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  • Profile picture of the author Jagged
    Have you tried using the "service area" instead of a physical address in your GP listings? This can solve the multiple location / multiple city issues...the service area option allows for the phsyical address not to be shown....instead choosing specific local areas, zipcodes, or a radius (in miles) from the city center...

    Google looks for a unique phone number for each listing....I handle this with magicjack.....(i'm guessing google phone would work too??)

    This link shows exactly how to use the service area...
    Service areas : More features - Google Places Help

    ~ Ken
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  • Profile picture of the author humbledmarket
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    I would like to get listed in multiple locations too but I personally wouldn't violate it. Rahter have one listing than completely blacklisted.
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