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If you are looking to build awebsite for a small business, there are many tips that can help you savea great deal of money. Rather than going directly to a websitedesigner, which typically can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars evenfor a simple website, consider doing it yourself. Even ifyou have no experience with web design or HTML, there are ways for beginnersto make simple sites. For example, many software programs thatenable you to create simple websites are very inexpensive ($40 or $50)and can enable you to create a simple but visually pleasing site to representyour business. Alternately, websites like Homestead and Weeblyenable you to create a website directly through your internet browser. Try to keep the website readable - for example, using no more than twodifferent font sizes and using a limited color palate. If you are not comfortable creatingyour own website with such tools, there are still inexpensive options available. For example, try using a search engine to search for free or low-costwebsite templates. Templates are essentially sample websitesthat can be tailored to your needs by changing their content, but can savetime and energy on creating the entire distinct look and appearance ofthe whole site. Once you have a template, you can pay a far reducedrate (typically $100 or $200) to have it updated to include the contentthat you wish to include. If you would still prefer to payto have a website designed from scratch, there are still ways to save money. Seeking out a freelancer rather than an established firm not onlycan mean substantial savings, but may have the benefit of working withsomeone eager to establish a reputation who can give you excellent service. Make sure to ask to see a portfolio of sites that the person has designedor has created to show their abilities to ensure that you are working withsomeone who is capable of meeting your needs.
Once you've created a website, youcan then easily host it using one of the many free or inexpensive web hostingservices. You should not need to pay more than ten dollars a monthfor web hosting services. Make sure to avoid any site that promiseslow costs, but adds mysterious add-on fees without adding any services. Most web hosts make a great deal of money from upselling services thatyou probably do not need for a basic website. Further, makesure to avoid any site which has an extended contractual agreement or requiresa payment for a long advance period. The best web host choicesfor a beginner are established but inexpensive sites like Godaddy.com. Established web hosts are unlikely to disappear overnight, but can stilloffer very low prices for 'no frills' levels of service. In general, it pays to searchfor multiple rate quotes for any service; for example, SSL certificatescan now be found for as little as $25 or as much as over $150. However,make sure to do a simple Google search for each vendor you are consideringto make sure to identify any known scammers or companies with poor service. |
