Do SEOs recommend replying to Google Reviews? Do you offer it as a service?

Hey everyone! I’m curious about how SEO professionals and agencies handle Google reviews for their clients. Specifically: 1. **Do you encourage business owners to actively respond to reviews?** Or is it something you don’t prioritize in your SEO strategy? 2. **Do you or your agency offer review management** (e.g., replying to customer feedback on Google) as a part of your service package? 3. **What are your observations** on how responding to reviews affects visibility, ranking, or overall local SEO performance? I’m asking because I’ve noticed plenty of businesses either ignore or inconsistently respond to reviews, while others seem to have a dedicated strategy. If you have any experience or best practices, I’d love to hear them—thanks!