It’s time to talk money. The cost of a website can be a big roadblock for entrepreneurs and small businesses. As a result, the website remains a to-do list item which never gets done. Other times, unexpected costs can crop up and derail a website project before it gets launched.
In this article, we’ll learn that you don’t have to spend as much money as you think when creating a website. You’ll also get a clear picture of what it actually costs.
DIY vs Professionally Designed
The cost of your website can vary greatly depending on whether you are going with the do-it-yourself (DIY) route or if you plan to hire professionals to do it for you.
As you may suspect, you can cut costs by going the DIY route. You can also save money by leaving out features that are not critical. For example, do you really need an e-commerce solution when all you have is 2-3 products for sale? Skip the e-commerce system and go for E-junkie instead. Additionally, monetary costs are just one part of the equation. Many people forget to budget their time, to the detriment of their website.
In any case, expect to invest the following for your first website:
Cost of DIY website = $250 + more of your time
Cost of professionally designed website = $1500 onwards + your time Continue reading
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