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Google Ads Management Cost in 2026: Real Pricing Breakdown

April 2, 2026
Google Ads
Google Ads management costs anywhere from $500 to $10,000+ per month depending on who you hire. Learn what drives pricing, compare the 4 main fee models, and see real published rates from a Google Partner consultant.
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How to Market Your Business Online (Without Wasting Your Budget)

March 26, 2026
Digital Marketing Strategy
A practical guide to marketing your business online without wasting your budget — which channels actually work, how to match them to your stage, and the warning signs you’re spending on the wrong things.
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How Much Does Keyword Research Cost? (2026 Pricing) | Thunderstrike

March 17, 2026
Keyword Research & Strategy
How much does keyword research cost? Real pricing from freelancers, agencies, and independent consultants — plus published rates from $99 to $1,499 with no sales call required.
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Google Map Pack Ranking: A Tampa Bay Business Owner’s Guide

March 14, 2026
SEO
Google Map Pack ranking determines which three businesses show up at the top of local search. Here’s how Tampa Bay business owners can claim one of those spots — from someone who ranked #1 in two cities within two weeks.
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How to Choose a Keyword Research Service (Without Wasting Your Budget)

March 4, 2026
Keyword Research & Strategy
Most keyword research “services” are just tool exports with a logo on top. Here’s how to tell the difference before you spend a dollar — 5 questions to ask any provider, what real deliverables look like, and when DIY actually makes more sense than hiring a pro.
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Is Your Google Ads Agency Wasting Money?

February 27, 2026
Google Ads
Google Ads burning money? 7 warning signs your agency won’t mention — plus what to check yourself in 20 minutes. Written by the person who’d manage your account.
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What Is a Content Audit? (And How to Know If You Need One)

February 23, 2026
Keyword Research & Strategy
What is a content audit, what does it include, and how do you know if your website actually needs one? A real consultant breaks down the process — no fluff, real pricing.
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Rob Francis, Tampa Bay marketing consultant and Thunderstrike Marketing founder

Marketing Agency vs. Marketing Consultant: What’s Actually Different

February 23, 2026
Digital Marketing Strategy
What’s really different between a marketing agency and a consultant? A consultant who’s worked both sides breaks down pricing, accountability, and who’s actually doing your work.
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What Does a Keyword Research Service Actually Deliver?

February 23, 2026
Keyword Research & Strategy
What should keyword research services actually include? A real breakdown of the 7 components that separate a keyword dump from a keyword strategy — and how to tell which one you’re buying.
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