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How to start a business web site?
- Register a new domain and choose a web host
- Work out a plan to build and market the website
- Build the website with great contents for targeted audience
- Optimize it for top search engine rankings
- Market the website to attract more customers
How much does it cost to start a web site?
- Domain name registration costs $10-$20 per year
- Web hosting costs $10 or more per month
- Professional web design costs $700 - $1000 or more
What to look for when hiring a web designer?
- Check out the web design portfolio: Web sites designed by a qualified designer should be easy-to-navigate and fast-to-download.
- Check out the search engine optimization sample works: Because search engine optimization is done most effectively when integrated into web design, it is best to hire one who has a good track record in both web design and search engine optimization.
- Check out the web designer's reference: You will need to work closely with the web designer during the web design process and maybe after the web site is completed. So, you want to make sure to hire someone who is easy to work with.
- Be aware of scams: If someone "guarantees" that your web site will rank No.1 at Google or Yahoo, it is a scam artist. No one can make such a guarantee, because they have no control of Google or Yahoo search rankings.
- Avoid "low-cost" web design offers: You get what you pay for. A $200 web site can leave your potential customers a bad first impression.
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