Yelp, yahoo, local directories..

[SEODinosaur]

We are currently in one location and we are moving our office.

Would it be better to leave all the directories and add new listings with the new address? This way we get 2 listings until someone in this address claims a business here.

or

Would it be better to change all the existing to the new address?

[Discountvc]

Your point in having the next business list at your old address is a valid concern. If you are keeping a presence at this old address and opening an additional new address, you do not have to change the existing listings and citations. Simply start building an additional local listing.

If you are moving all together, leaving the old location, you likely will have a lot of work ahead of you. Most importantly, develop a plan on how and when to change your listings to the new address. It is a massive job and you want to be prepared, knowing what and where you need to change when that day comes.

Good luck!

[warnerdata]

No matter what, it is a pain in the butt.  We've moved three times and have three different addresses listed all around the web.  Tackling this is a huge project and takes a lot of time.  I'd suggest worrying only about the big players that show up when you search your brand.

I'd rather have one strong listing versus two listings.  Plus, having address listed as some where else can confuse clients as to where to go or mail items.

Good luck.

[MiriamEllis]

Hi Donnie,

If you're vacating the old address and will be located solely in the new office, you need to change all existent listings and citations to reflect your new address. The reason this is so important is that Google can become very confused if they find two sets of NAP (name, address, phone number) for your business and may not trust your new information because the old info is hanging around out there.

As Guy has pointed out, this is a time consuming process. Do a little every day and you can get it done. It really is necessary. Good luck!