AI Tools Are Everywhere Now: Here’s How Small Businesses Are Actually Using Them (And Where They’re Falling Short)
AI Tools Are Everywhere Now: Here’s How Small Businesses Are Actually Using Them (And Where They’re Falling Short) January 2026 Artificial intelligence tools have flooded the small business market over the past two years. From AI-generated content and automated social media posts to chatbots and design generators, the promise is simple: do more with less […]
Small Business Website Costs Are Shifting: What’s Driving Prices in 2026
Small Business Website Costs Are Shifting: What’s Driving Prices in 2026 January 2026 The cost of building a small business website has become harder to pin down than ever. On one end, DIY website builders are cheaper and more capable. On the other end, professional web development rates have increased as demand for quality, custom […]
Google’s Local Search Algorithm Keeps Favoring Businesses That Stay Active. Here’s What That Means for Rural Minnesota
Google’s Local Search Algorithm Keeps Favoring Businesses That Stay Active. Here’s What That Means for Rural Minnesota January 2026 Google continues to refine how it ranks local businesses in Maps and “near me” searches, and the trend is clear: activity matters. Businesses that regularly update their Google Business Profile, post updates, respond to reviews, and […]