Local blogs, local web directories, and local forums will help in Google Maps rankings. Make sure that your business address and phone number are in any text format instead of graphics in your website. Getting listed on local authority sites such as blogs, newspapers, trade groups, civic groups, etc. can have a favorable impact on your website rankings in Google Maps.
For other local search, visit our Google Maps Algorithm page, Google Maps Optimization (Google Maps SEO) page, Live Search Map and Yahoo Local page.
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