Burnley, Lancashire -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/22/2016 -- A study conducted by Local SEO Guide has recently been released, highlighting the top local SEO ranking factors for 2016. For all looking for their websites to rank, the study urges people to consider these four points:

1. Website signals – Strategic use of keywords alongside the number of words contained on each website page appears to be incredibly influential when it comes to rankings. Also, the study indicated that if a website ranks highly organically its GMP is more likely to rank highly too.

2. Links – Links are the key competitive differentiator. The top ten link metrics included AC Ranks, Citation flow and Trust flow.

3. GMB Signals – Signals from GMB pages were among the top ranking factors, including signals from reviews, photos etc. A good GMB page according to the study can assist in rankings rising by 1.5 places.

4. Toolbar PageRank – The study found a high correlation between high PageRank's and high ranking local pages.

Leading internet marketing company Ranking Solutions were keen to comment with a spokesperson saying, "It can often be difficult for website owners to keep up with algorithms and other Google changes, however we are able to assist businesses to ensure that they always receive the best positions possible."

About Ranking Solutions
Ranking Solutions are a leading digital marketing company that hold all of the tools and knowledge needed to help all businesses rank locally.

For further information you can visit their website: https://www.rankingsolutions.com/seo-lancashire/local-seo/

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