I need help ASAP about setting up a website for my new small business...?

Question

Hi everyone!

I am launching a new business in September in which I will offer drama classes to children ages 5-12. With launching this business, I would like a website so parents can register children, pay monthly fees, find information on the program, etc. However, I am wondering what the best web hosting site is to use. I am not a programmer by any means, so this is new territory for me. Some have suggested Yahoo Small Business Solutions, but what else is out there? I need good customer support, decent web design templates (nothing too "boring" or "cookie-cutter"), and the option to have someone pay money via credit card (maybe Paypal?). So, anyway...please help. I don't want to spend a ton of money, but I am willing to pay for the right service. HELP PLEASE! :)

Melissa

Answer 1

Try http://hostpapa.com.  They have some great free add-ins that will help you build your site.

Accepting credit cards online can be complicated.  PayPal can be a good option, but there are fees involved.

Answer 2

It seems like you need to have an excellent e-commerce site that will allow you to do all of this and more.  I suggest that you seriously check into one of the out-sourcing websites which I will list below.  You will find excellent programmers there under competitive bidding conditions and with escrow services too.  They are pretty safe to use.

But what strikes me as important though, is that you also need to have some training and or exposure to Internet marketing as well.  It may sound overwhelming, but this training could prove to be the difference between frustration and the ultimate success of your business.

That being said I will recommend the following course of action.

For hosting, I recommend gatorhost at:

http://tinyurl.com/gatorhostteam

They are very cost effective, have excellent support, and you will be able to host unlimited domains for one low price.

For out-sourcing, do check into the following:

http://www.elance.com/p/landing/buyer.ht...

http://www.rentacoder.com/RentACoder/Dot...

Finally, to help you in your marketing efforts, I suggest you check into the wealthyaffiliate at:

http://prosperityinmotion.net/wealthyaff...

Much success to you,

Anthony

Answer 3

i think www.7-angels.net is suite your needs , they have 24 customers support + free websites scripts and tools + free design

hope that help

Answer 4

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Answer 5

www.1and1.com is inexpensive, has good customer support & uptime, and a variety of add-ins that you can use to customize your site.

If you don't feel comfortable doing it yourself, try posting an ad for a web designer at one of your local community colleges - students work pretty inexpensively, and are frequently very good. Ask one of the professors for a referral, and make sure you see a portfolio.