Merging Google+ with Google Local

[MonsterWeb28]

Greetings Mozzers,

I'm having a tough time merging my Google+ page with my Google Local page and wanted to see if anyone could give me some additional information/advice for progressing on this.

Google+ Profile: https://plus.google.com/112342618763108384372/about?hl=en  Google Local: https://plus.google.com/104995472630988321277/about?gl=us&hl=en

Both of them have been verified and "managed" via postcards, however the Local one never seems to get "managed".  I look forward to hearing back on any guidance/advice.

Much appreciated,
Ryan

[MiriamEllis]

Hi Ryan,

This is a topic that has many people confused, so you are not alone. Have you followed the steps outlined in Mike Blumenthal's guide to merging? See:

http://blumenthals.com/blog/2012/08/03/step-by-step-guide-to-the-google-businesslocal-merge-verification-process/

*I have to wonder, however, about Google's take on your business model. In visiting your pages, it appears to me that your business model is virtual rather than local. Do you agree/disagree with this?

[KeriMorgret]

Hi Ryan,

Just a note to let you know there is one answer to your question. Can you let us know if this helped you, or if you need additional information? Thanks!

[MonsterWeb28]

Hey Keri,

Thanks for the response, the issue looked to be on Google's end, as after getting a hold of someone on the phone they expressed everything had been done correctly, however it was being bogged down on their end.

I was told that they are working on fine tuning their process to make sure it goes quicker for the future.