Modern Search Landscape 2026

Small Business Modern SEO Budget & Strategy Allocator

Small businesses don't need hundreds of blog posts that AI Overviews absorb. Reallocate capital into high-intent Google Business Profile visibility, revenue landing pages, buyer FAQs, and review velocity.

1. Select Business Archetype
$1,500/mo
2. Capital Allocation (% of Spend)
Presets:
10%
35%
30%
15%
10%
Total Allocation: 100%
Est. Qualified Leads
14.8
Inbound calls & quote requests / mo
Blended CAC
$101.35
vs. $180.00 PPC equivalent
AI Click Vulnerability
Low
89.2% in commercial intent

Search Traffic to Lead Conversion Waterfall

Calculates query volume breakdown across AI zero-clicks, top-funnel bounces, and local transactional leads.

Strategic Synthesis & Search Defense

Maintain heavy emphasis on GBP and localized roof-repair/replacement landing pages; keep informational blog budget near zero.

90-Day Execution Roadmap $1,500/mo Budget Tier