Helping Your Business Grow in 2026 The economy has been tough on small businesses lately, and I want to help. To make professional web services more accessible, I have officially lowered the base prices on the majority of my flat-fee design and development packages. These aren’t temporary sale prices: I have permanently reduced my rates to be even lower than previous holiday discounts. For example, my Basic Website package has moved from $925 down …
When you’re starting a business, it’s tempting to grab the cheapest website option you can find. But after 20 years in the industry, I’ve seen the “cheap” route turn into a long-term financial headache. Here is the truth about what it actually costs to run a professional website, and why a flat-fee package or custom quote build is the smartest investment you can make. The “Subscription Trap” Many DIY builders lure you in with …
In the 25 years I’ve been in web design, I have dealt with countless web hosting providers. For the bulk of my career though, there have been two main providers I have used: GoDaddy and Fastcomet. For the longest time, GoDaddy was the easiest provider to deal with, especially for self-managed shared hosting. I was satisfied with their service for close to a decade. But then, they started phasing out many of their standard …
We’ve been using the same logo for for 20 years now, and I figured it was time for a sorely needed update. I stayed with the same font for branding purposes, but added a unique logo shape which I think really reflects the brand. I really like the way it came out and feel like I nailed the update. Of course, with the new logo, I had to update the website as well (of …
Partner With Us to Sell 100% American Web Design Packages We’re excited to announce the launch of our affiliate program at Vortex Design! This new partnership opportunity allows digital marketers, business consultants, and content creators to earn substantial commissions while connecting their audience with personalized, American-made web design solutions. Why Our Web Design Packages Stand Out Before diving into the affiliate program details, let’s talk about what makes our design packages unique in the …
One thing that has always irritated me about the WooCommerce Checkout Process; It doesn’t display Regular Price & Sale Price in the Cart and Checkout pages. The Problem: By default, WooCommerce only displays the sale price of a product in the cart and checkout pages. This can sometimes be confusing for customers, especially if they want to compare the original price to the discounted price. It can also be a problem when the cart …
Are you looking to provide your WooCommerce customers with more granular control over how products are displayed on your catalog page? In this tutorial, we’ll explore a simple WooCommerce code snippet that allows you to replace the default sorting options with alphabetical sorting and ascending/descending date created. This customization can significantly enhance user experience and make it easier for customers to find the products they’re looking for. Code Breakdown: The provided code snippet leverages …
We recently completed a series of updates and upgrades for Northeast Behavioral Health in Canfield, OH (http://www.nebehavioralhealth.com/). Their WordPress site hadn’t really been touched since we originally created it in 2016. When a recent update caused issues, we took the opportunity to give the site a complete make-over. Not only was the site upgraded to a custom GeneratePress Premium theme, all the older plugins and functions were replaced with new and improved versions along …
The Long Game: Why Custom WordPress Solutions Reign Supreme in 2024 In the early days of web design, pre-built templates were like off-the-rack suits: one-size-fits-all and often lacking in quality. Custom solutions were the gold standard, offering a perfect fit for each client’s needs. But with the rise of WordPress, themes evolved beyond aesthetics, integrating powerful functionalities like course creation, membership management, and more. This led to a trend of recommending pre-made themes with …
If you’re looking to create a website or design some graphics for your business, you may be wondering whether to go with a free service or hire a professional designer. There are pros and cons to both approaches, and the best option for you will depend on your specific needs and budget. Free Services There are a number of free graphic and web design services available online. These services can be a great option …