The Hidden Costs of a “Cheap” Website (And Why Fast Doesn’t Mean Sloppy)

Why Your “Budget” Website Is Costing You Clients

Your website is costing you clients right now, and it’s not in the way you think. While your cousin’s roommate might build you a site for $500, here’s what actually breaks when you go too cheap:

Speed Kills (Your Business)
Every second your site takes to load costs you 7% of your potential customers. When you piece together the cheapest hosting and biggest images possible, you’re literally watching people leave before they see anything.

Mobile Isn’t Optional Anymore
61% of people browse on their phones. If your site looks broken or blah on mobile, you’ve lost more than half your potential clients before they even read your first sentence.

The “I Can’t Update It” Trap
Want to change your prices? Add a new service? Post about your latest project? Too bad – you’re stuck waiting for someone else to do it, usually right when you need it done yesterday.

The Real Cost
An outdated website isn’t just annoying – it’s actively turning away potential clients who are ready to work with you. Every person who leaves because your site is slow or difficult to use is a missed opportunity for your business to grow.

What Actually Matters A website that works only needs five things:

• Fast loading speed
• Mobile-friendly design
• Easy updates
• Clear contact methods
• Professional portfolio display

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