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Google Ads Keyword Match Types Explained for Home Service Business Owners
Keyword match types are one of the most important settings in your entire Google Ads account — and one of the most misunderstood. Get them right and your ads show up for people who are actively looking to hire a plumber, HVAC technician, or electrician. Get them wrong and you're paying for clicks from people who have absolutely no intention of calling you. Here's the plain-English breakdown. What Are Keyword Match Types? When you add a keyword to your Google Ads campaign, you
Apr 145 min read


How to Find the Search Terms Report
The Search Terms Report shows you exactly what people typed into Google before clicking your ad. If you've never looked at this, you're probably wasting money and don't even know it. I'm Kelsey with KaeRae Marketing. The Search Terms Report is one of the most important reports in Google Ads — and most people don't even know it exists. Let me show you where to find it and what to do with it. Your keywords are what you tell Google you want to show up for. Your search terms are
Mar 252 min read


How to Add Negative Keywords in Google Ads
If you're paying for clicks from people searching 'plumber salary' or 'DIY plumbing,' you're wasting money. Negative keywords fix this. Let me show you how. I'm Kelsey with KaeRae Marketing. Negative keywords are one of the most powerful tools in Google Ads — and one of the most ignored. Here's what they are, why you need them, and exactly how to add them. Negative keywords tell Google: 'Don't show my ad when someone searches for this.' So if you're a plumber and you add 'job
Mar 182 min read


Free Keyword Research Methods That Actually Work (No Budget Required)
Stop Paying for Keyword Research You Can Get for Free You don't need to drop hundreds of dollars on fancy keyword research tools to find...
Nov 13, 20258 min read


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Local Keywords That Bring Customers: The GPS for Your Business Success
Your Business Is Invisible When People Search Nearby Right now, while you're reading this, potential customers in your area are searching...
Jul 31, 20257 min read


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Stop Wasting Money on Bad Keywords: The Business Owner's Guide to Smart Keyword Spending
Your Marketing Budget Is Being Hijacked Every month, thousands of business owners throw good money after bad targeting keywords that...
Jul 24, 20258 min read


How to Find Keywords That Actually Work for Your Business (Without Going Insane)
If you've ever wondered why your business doesn't show up when customers search for exactly what you offer, this video is about to change everything. I'm Kae, and in the next five minutes, you're going to learn the simple method that gets your business found by people who are ready to buy. Let me guess—you've tried stuffing keywords on your website, maybe even paid someone who promised to 'optimize your SEO,' and you're still invisible online. Sound familiar? Comment 'INVISIB
Jun 11, 20254 min read


How to Find Keywords That Actually Work for Your Business (Without Going Insane)
The Reality About Your Current Keyword Strategy Here's what's happening: You're probably targeting keywords that sound smart but make you...
Jun 3, 20257 min read


Beyond Keywords: How 'People Also Ask' Questions Can Transform Your Local Business Visibility
The Secret Keyword Tool Hiding in Plain Sight Let's cut through the BS right away: you're tired of throwing money at online marketing...
Mar 20, 20257 min read


Search Smart, Not Hard: A Small Business Owner's Guide to Long-Tail Keywords
Why You Can't Afford to Ignore Long-Tail Keywords Listen up, business owners. You're probably sick of throwing money at digital marketing...
Mar 18, 20253 min read


How to Choose the Right Keywords for Your Business
The Hard Truth: You're Probably Targeting the Wrong Keywords Let's not waste time: most small businesses target keywords that either have...
Mar 15, 20257 min read


Google Empower Hour - Episode 3: SEO - Search Engine Optimization
SEO Explained: How to Actually Rank on Google in 2025 Tired of your website playing hide and seek with Google while your competitors...
Feb 17, 20251 min read


Google Empower Hour - Episode 1: Keywords
How to Find Keywords That Actually Bring You Customers Want to discover the exact keywords your ideal customers are searching for? In...
Feb 12, 20251 min read


Transparent Google Ads Budget Policy: No Hidden Fees, No Games
The Truth About Our Transparent Google Ads Budget Policy Let's cut through the confusion about Google Ads management. If you've ever...
Feb 4, 20252 min read


3 Simple Ways to Improve Your Website Rankings in 2025
3 Simple Ways to Improve Your Website Rankings in 2025 In today's digital landscape, ranking well on Google isn't just about creating...
Jan 30, 20252 min read


10 Reasons Your Business Needs a Google Audit (Like, Yesterday) 🔍
Let's cut to the chase – if you're not regularly auditing your Google presence, you're basically showing up to a gunfight with a butter...
Jan 6, 20253 min read


What’s Driving Your Google Quality Score, and How Can You Boost It?
Okay, let’s talk about Google Quality Score—that magical number that decides how much Google loves your ads and how much you’re going to...
Dec 12, 20243 min read


The swift and agile fighter...Google Ads
The Fearless Champion of Instant Visibility If SEO is a wise old sage, Google Ads is a swift and agile fighter. You’ll experience instant...
Nov 19, 20241 min read
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