I think we’ve all seen them commercials or ads promising DIY websites in under 10 minutes. Just do a web search and you’ll come across many of these huge, generic looking design firms who claim“custom” website to fit your budget!

Here’s the truth. They’re really selling you a template, which they might just adjust the colors on. The actual designer is someone you’ll never meet, let alone talk to, and when comes to support you’ll definitely have a 1800 number to call.

And worst of all, your website won’t come with many of the functionalities you may be looking for, especially at the baseline prices. Try not to think of the immediate result of saving yourself a few dollars and cents. Think of the bigger picture the marketing plan and your goals.