Guides2026
Website Guides for Business Owners
Shopify or Wix for a Small Boutique?
Which one fits a small shop, what each one costs and when I'd pick the other one.
How Long Does It Take to Build a Website?
Realistic timelines by type of site, and the thing that usually holds projects up.
Do I Need a Website If I Already Have a Facebook Page?
When Facebook is enough, when it isn't, and the smallest website worth having.
Why Can't I Find My Business on Google?
The usual reasons, and what to check first, in order.
How Do I Get My Business Recommended by ChatGPT?
What seems to help, what's mostly hype and why nobody can promise you a mention.
Who Should Own Your Website and Domain?
Why it should be you, what to check and how to avoid getting locked out.
How much does a small business website cost?
Real numbers from a working designer, including the ongoing costs nobody mentions.
How to choose a web designer for your small business
What to look for, what to avoid and the questions worth asking first.
WordPress vs. a custom-built website
An honest comparison from someone who builds both, so you can pick what fits.
I'm based in Fernandina Beach and work with businesses on Amelia Island and in Yulee, Jacksonville and St. Augustine. I also work remotely with owners anywhere in the U.S., so you don't need to be local to hire me.
Would you rather just ask me?
Tell me a little about your business and what you need. I'll send a flat-rate quote, usually the same day.
Get a free quote