The folks in the Local Search Forums spotted Google showing green map pins in the local pack map for Google local pack ads. Can you see them?

Of particular relevance to end-users however, is one of the changes that will appear in Google Maps. Starting now, some local businesses will have their own pins – complete with the company’s ...

Mike Blumenthal dropped a simple but thoughtful local SEO tip that all businesses should do some time in the near future. Just check the featured photos that Google selected to be displayed in ...

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"Place Pins" offers a new way for local businesses to market themselves on Pinterest. The interactive map allows pinners to pin places they want to visit someday. These pins include local ...

Google has revealed that both Google Maps and Google.com are getting local search ads, which will endorse certain locations as promoted pins. This will aid businesses in luring more local customers.