Google changes it’s local guidelines

Google is finally fighting the spam that has plagued the Google local channel for sometime. According to some experts, there are 5 new guidelines.
- The business name on Google Maps must be your full legal business name. For example, you cannot use product descriptors such as, bulk silica gel.
- PO Boxes do not count as physical locations.
- A property for rent is not considered a place of business. Please create one listing for the central office that processes the rentals.
- You must use a shared business email account if multiple users will be updating your business listing.
- If possible, use an email account with a domain that matches your business URL. For example, if your business website is www.menssilkbowties.com, a matching email address would be you@menssilkbowties.com.
If you haven’t signed up for Google Local yet, you can do so by going to the Google Local Business Center.