--- title: 10 Advantages of Google My Business for Local Companies description: Expand your reach in local searches for your business with Google My Business. Learn why local business should be listed on Google's directory. image: https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/hs-fs/file-2458433034-png/Blog_Images/2015/Google_My_Business.png --- [ << Back to Blog ](https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/blog) [Local Search](https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/blog/topic/local-search) [Small Business Marketing](https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/blog/topic/small-business-marketing) [Mobile Marketing](https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/blog/topic/mobile-marketing) [Lead Generation](https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/blog/topic/lead-generation) [content marketing](https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/blog/topic/content-marketing) # 10 Advantages of Google My Business for Local Companies ![Image of Avanti Vision](https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Avanti%20Symbol%20facebook.png?height=60&name=Avanti%20Symbol%20facebook.png) ###### Avanti Vision ###### Share [mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/blog/google-my-business%20&body=Check%20out%20https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/blog/google-my-business&media=http://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/325667/file-2458433034-png/Blog_Images/2015/Google_My_Business.png](mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/blog/google-my-business%20&body=Check%20out%20https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/blog/google-my-business&media=http://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/325667/file-2458433034-png/Blog_Images/2015/Google_My_Business.png) ![10 Advantages of Google My Business for Local Companies](https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/hs-fs/file-2458433034-png/Blog_Images/2015/Google_My_Business.png?height=420&name=Google_My_Business.png) --- **Google My Business:** Did you know Google is more than just a search engine? It is also a directory and a great one at for small businesses. Google My Business helps streamline your business information, such as addresses, phone numbers, and hours across all Google products.   We've put together a list of 10 advantages of listing your business on Google My Business   - Google Places is free and there is nothing more cost-effective than that. It's mobile-friendly. Customers can find you immediately, anytime, anywhere on any device. - It lists your business across the board on Google whether it be search, maps, or Google+. - You can set up multiple service areas. If you have multiple locations then you can make sure the customer sees the closest location at the time they search. - It's easy to update. If a phone number or address changes, you can update it in one place and have it reflect those changes across the board. - You can post [videos](https://www.avantivision.com/video-production), pictures, and even reviews of past buyers, making that all-important quality first impression. - It allows customers to quickly get the information they need, whether it be driving directions, hours of operation, or a phone number they can click to call. - You have insights into traffic statistics such as views, clicks, and followers. - It helps you build a loyal fan base. You know customers can show their appreciation with ratings and reviews or they can click the plus one button to endorse your content. - Shareable. You can share your Google+ posts across the web. ---   ![Google_My_Business](https://inboundmarketing.avantivision.com/hs-fs/file-2458433034-png/Blog_Images/2015/Google_My_Business.png) As a business owner, you'll get many benefits from Google My Business. 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