Hybrid Business
Moderate Risk

Review Manipulation for Real Estate Agents

Industry-specific guide for real estate agents dealing with Google Business Profile suspensions

Review Manipulation for Real Estate Agents

Real Estate Agents face medium suspension rates compared to other industries. Real estate agents working from home should typically hide their address. Ensure your listing represents you as an individual agent, not the brokerage (unless you own it).

What May Have Triggered This Issue

For hybrid business operations, common triggers include:

  • Reviews may appear to be incentivized
  • Review patterns may suggest coordination
  • Negative reviews may have been selectively removed

Required Evidence

Gather the following documentation to support your case. Provide both storefront evidence and service area documentation.

Customer Correspondence
Sample Invoice

How to Fix This Issue

Follow these steps to address your review manipulation. Estimated time: 1-2 weeks. Difficulty: Moderate.

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Step 1

Stop any incentivized review programs immediately

Start immediately
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Step 2

Review Google's policies on reviews

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Step 3

Allow only organic, authentic reviews

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Step 4

Report any fake negative reviews from competitors

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Step 5

Document your ethical review practices

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This guide is based on Google's published Business Profile guidelines and is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. For complex situations, consult with a qualified professional. Last updated: 1/7/2026

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