Websites are online representations of your business. How it is presented reflects on who you are. Clean and crisp sites show professionalism, while sloppy ones can be uninteresting. For this reason, it is important to have options and choose the best developer for you depending on your need, specifications and budget.

In choosing a developer, cost is the greatest factor that business owners consider. It must fit their budget, which is why people often choose freelancers especially if they have a start-up business. It is a fact that they are cheaper and there are many out there who offer web development and design services. The downside is the possibility that you may not get any “customer service”. Plus it may take time to coordinate with them to update your site when they are busy.

Web solutions companies on the other hand are more established in a sense that they build a name for themselves. They may be costly, but the after sales service is an investment. The bulk of the cost goes to this because they ensure good service. It may mean interacting with more than one employee, since tasks are delegated, but at least you are assured that they can get the job done.

In the end, it is always up to you and what you can afford. Free webhosting services and social networking sites may be utilized as launch pads at the beginning, but building an online identity via a website is necessary to reach a wider audience and show clients that you have the drive to stand out and succeed. Weigh your options, ask around and choose the option that fits you and your company.

 

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