How To Set Up Your Free Google My Business Page

Step 1: Go to the Right Website

• Open your Browser
  • Go to -  👉 https://www.google.com/business
  • Important: you may or may not have several Gmail Accounts, before you begin make certain you are logged in to your real estate Gmail account!

Step 2: Add Business Name & Business Category

• After adding your business name & business category, click the blue “Next” button.

Step 3: Complete the “Where Do You Serve Your Customers?” field. 

• After adding your preferred areas, click the blue “Next” button.

Step 4: Add Your Contact Details You Want Customers To See

• After adding your preferred phone number and website, click the blue “Next” button.

Step 5: Put Your Business On The Map

• Here you’ll find two checkbox options (optional), then click the blue “Continue” button.

Step 6: Add Your Mailing Address (Part of Verifying Process)

• After adding your mailing address, click the blue “Next” button.

Step 7: Select A Way To Get Verified 

• You may or may not see more than one option.
• If you see a “Phone” option, always select this option.
• If you do not see a phone option, select the “Business Video” option.

*Tips for submitting a business video for verification*

Keep it Under 30 Seconds
Stay concise. Aim for 25–30 seconds and focus only on what Google needs to verify your business.

Show Key Proof Elements Clearly
Include:

• Your storefront or office exterior (with address or street signs if visible)
   
• Your business interior (clearly showing your workspace or products)
   
• Your business signage (permanent signs are ideal, not temporary)
   
• Any business license or document with your business name (optional but helpful)

Don’t Include Personal or Sensitive Info
Avoid faces of clients, customer data, or private information. This is strictly for business verification.

Use a Steady Camera or Tripod
Shaky footage can get rejected. Use a tripod or hold your phone with both hands for a clear, stable video.

Record in Good Lighting
Natural light is best. Make sure your business name and address are legible in the video.

No Editing or Voiceovers
Google requires raw, unedited footage. Don’t add music, text overlays, or filters.

Ensure You’re On-Site
You must be physically at your business location during the recording. This helps Google confirm legitimacy.

Use the Google Business Profile App for Upload
Record with your phone’s camera, but upload through the official Google Business Profile app or dashboard when prompted.

Step 8: Get A Verification Code Sent To Your Phone

• Select “Get code via Text message,” then click the blue “Next” button.

Step 9: Enter Your Verification Code

• The 6-digit code will be sent via text to your mobile phone. Enter the code, then click the blue “Verify” button.

Step 10: You’re being verified by Google

• You’ll see a message stating, “It may take up to 5 days until your verification is reviewed. Click the blue “Next” button.

  📌 After you submit your verification, it can take up to 5 days before your Google Business Page is made public when you search your business name. Tip: on the 3rd day after you follow the verification steps, search your business name. If you do not see it, continue this step for the next 2-3 days.

  ✅ Done! You’ve now set up your Google Business Page.

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