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Two guides with practical answers to the questions business owners actually ask before hiring a developer: what a website really costs, and whether one developer or an agency fits your project better. Written by the developer who would be doing the work.
They are written for the person commissioning the work, not for other developers, so no technical background is needed to follow them. Neither one is a sales pitch. Where a cheaper option than hiring me is the sensible one, the guide says so, and where an agency is the better fit for the project, it says that too.
How Much Does a Website Cost in 2026? An Honest Guide
The three price tiers, what actually drives cost, red flags when comparing quotes, and the questions to ask any developer before paying. My own starting prices are in there as well, so you have concrete numbers to hold a quote against.
Read the guide →Independent Developer vs Agency: An Honest Comparison (2026)
Costs, communication, speed, ownership, and lock-in risk compared fairly — including when an agency really is the better choice. With an agency you are not only paying for the build: account management and project management sit inside the rate, and whether that is worth it depends on the size of your project.
Read the comparison →Have a question these guides don't answer?
Send it over — a two-sentence question is enough, and honest answers are free. If your project needs a quote, you'll have one within 48 hours.
Ask me directly →Frequently asked questions
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Anything the two guides leave open, you can ask me directly. Two sentences are usually enough and an honest answer costs you nothing. If it is a concrete project, you get a reply within 24 hours and a fixed price within 48, with no obligation.