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Straight answers to the questions business owners ask us most about websites, SEO, ads and apps.
Google Ads vs. SEO: which is right for your business?
Both put you in front of people searching on Google, but they work on very different timelines. Here’s how to decide where your money should go first.
By Alec WilliamsWhy your small business website is costing you customers
You put your address on it, a phone number, a few photos. So why aren’t the calls coming in? These are the problems we see most often, and how to check for them yourself.
5 signs you need a web application, not just a website
As a business grows, a standard website stops being enough. Here’s how to tell when what you actually need is software that does work for you.
Why SEO takes time, and what to expect in the first six months
Not on page one after two months? That’s normal. Here’s what’s happening behind the scenes, and what progress usually looks like along the way.
Google Business Profile: the free listing most local businesses underuse
For many local searches, your Google Business Profile is the first thing people see, before your website. A few hours of setup can make a real difference.
Squarespace, WordPress or Wix vs. custom development
“Do I need a custom website, or will Squarespace work?” The honest answer depends on what your business needs the site to do.
The ROI of a professional website: what Spokane businesses need to know
Is a professional website actually worth the investment? It’s a fair question, and you can answer it for your own business with some simple math.
What to have ready before you hire a web developer
A little preparation saves weeks on a website project. Here’s what to gather before your first call, and why each piece matters.
What happens after launch: the website upkeep nobody plans for
Launching a website is the start, not the finish. Here’s the ongoing care that keeps a site working, and how to decide who handles it.