New algorithm update giving more relevance to rating sites

Discussion in 'Google' started by CincySEO, Apr 3, 2009.

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    I am seeing rating sites take a jump in local listings that were not taking place in the last couple months. eg. If you search "Cincinnati Buick Dealers", I am now seeing "Ohio Buick Dealers" from Dealer Rater show up, and I am seeing a similar pattern across other brand searches. Appears that the new update is giving stronger relevance to Web 2.0 friendly rating sites...
     
    CincySEO, Apr 3, 2009 IP
  2. shorething

    shorething Peon

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    You'll find that for many generic terms, you won't need to type in a geo-location. New updates to Google mean that the search engine returns local search results in the 10-pack format on the first page.
     
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    the brandy update has certainly taken its toll
     
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  4. CincySEO

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    shorething - would you then recommend to not target the geo-location with anchor text for the future? eg. target anchor text "2009 Buick Enclave" vs. "2009 Buick Enclave Louisville"?
     
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    what if my site has not much to do with geography?
     
    eastmobiles, Apr 3, 2009 IP