SEO FAQ: Honest Answers
The questions buyers actually ask, answered the way we would answer them on a call. No jargon, no hype, no dodging the hard ones.
Cost and timelines
How much do SEO services cost?
It depends on your site’s size, competition, and goals. Our plans run Starter $150, Growth $280, and Scale $799, all in USD. After your free audit, you get a fixed scope, no hourly billing, no surprise invoices. See the full breakdown on our pricing page.
How long does SEO take to work?
Expect early technical wins in the first 30 to 60 days and meaningful ranking movement in 3 to 6 months. SEO is a compounding channel: the sites that win are the ones that start early and stay consistent.
Do you require long-term contracts?
No. After an initial sprint, engagements run month to month. We keep clients by delivering results, not by paperwork.
Do you guarantee number-one rankings?
No, and you should be wary of anyone who does. Google’s own guidance says no one can guarantee a top ranking. What we guarantee is senior-level work, transparent reporting, and an honest assessment of what is achievable for your site.
How we work
What do you need from me to start?
Your website URL and about 30 minutes for a kickoff call. We handle the rest: audit, strategy, implementation, and reporting. If we need access to anything, we will ask specifically and explain why.
What is included in the free SEO audit?
A specialist reviews your site by hand: technical health, on-page quality, content gaps, and AI-search readiness. You get a prioritized findings report by email within 5 business days. It is yours to keep, whether we ever work together or not.
How do you report results?
Monthly reports covering rankings, organic traffic, and every piece of work completed. You always know what was done, what changed, and what it produced. No vanity metrics without context.
Can you work with my in-house team or developer?
Yes. Many engagements are advisory: we audit, prioritize, and guide while your team implements. You get senior direction without hiring a full-time specialist.
AI search
What is generative engine optimization (GEO)?
GEO is the practice of getting your brand cited inside AI-generated answers: ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and Google AI Overviews. It combines entity optimization, digital PR, and answer-first content. Learn more in our generative engine optimization service page.
What is the difference between SEO, AEO, and GEO?
SEO earns rankings in traditional search results. AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) earns featured snippets, voice answers, and AI Overview placements. GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) earns citations inside AI-generated answers. They overlap, but each needs its own tactics.
Will AI search replace Google SEO?
No. AI answers are built on top of the same web that Google indexes, and most AI systems cite traditional search results as sources. The winners do both: strong Google foundations plus AI-citation optimization.
Scope and fit
Do you work with businesses outside the US?
Yes. Our clients are international, and our international SEO services cover multi-country and multilingual sites. English is our working language for all deliverables.
Do you build links? How?
Yes, through digital PR and genuine brand mentions, not link schemes or paid placements. The links we earn are the kind that survive algorithm updates because they were never manipulative to begin with.
Can you fix my WordPress or Shopify site’s SEO?
Yes. We have dedicated playbooks for both: WordPress SEO covers theme, plugin, and structure issues, and Shopify SEO handles duplicate content, collections, and app bloat.
How do we start?
Get the free SEO audit. You will know within 5 business days exactly what your site needs and what it costs to fix. If we are not the right fit, the findings are still yours.
Still have a question?
Ask us directly. We reply within 24 hours, and the answer will be as honest as the ones above.