Huh? A complete website for only $297?

Sounds impossible, right? A gorgeous, fully functional business website for a fraction of what you'd expect to pay. And it'll be up and running lickety-split – usually within 5 business days. Crazy, right?

Got a small business? Want to start one? This deal is perfect for solo entrepreneurs, small retail shops, service providers of any kind — consultants, coaches, contractors, therapists, etc.

Lost your job? Want to quit the one you’ve got? Consider this a chance to start making money with your art, craft or hobby. Or capitalize on all the skills and industry know-how you’ve accumulated working for the man.

It’s never been easier to launch your own mini-biz, part-time or full. The Web is full of expert advice, resources and help.

Having your own website has become a necessity, right up there with business cards, cell phone, and maybe an espresso machine. You need one — at this price, you might as well have an awesome one (cheap).

ACE Websites: Affordable, Complete, Easy

This is no stripped-down package designed to lure you in for a little bait & switch. No, this bad boy has all the essentials, and then some:

1. Up to 10 website pages  Home, What We Do, About, Contact, etc. Need more? It takes two clicks.

2. Blog, of course. Unless you don't want one. 

3. Professionally designed layout and colors. Tens of thousands to choose from, free. Yeah, seriously.

4. Custom email setup so you have a cool businesslike email address, like mrbig@bigshot.com. And you can keep using your current email program.

5. A contact form so visitors can… you know, contact you, ask questions, invite you out for mojitos, etc.

6. Security software that protects your website from hackers, spammers and other undesirables.

7. Basic SEO (Search Engine Optimization) to attract Google, Bing, Yahoo, etc. (Want heavy-duty SEO? I can help.) 

8. Site Search Your own private Google, so visitors can find what they're looking for on your site.

9. Complete step-by-step instructions, including cool how-to videos starring (ahem) yours truly. (Don't worry, I'm not on-screen much.)

As you can see, ACE is no-stripped down model designed to lure you in for a little bait & switch. This bad boy provides all the essentials to put your business on the Internet. In a week. For less than $300.

If you need help later, I’m always available for additional technical support, Q&As, theme customization and consultation at a reasonable hourly rate.

Wow, so I'm getting a custom website?

Hold on, buckaroo. The ACE package includes installing WordPress, the theme (layout and color scheme) of your choice, plus the nine extras listed above. Not included are customizing it to your exact specs, copywriting, keyword research, designing graphics, tech support, etc. If you need all that, we can probably work something out, but it's not part of the package.

How can you do all this for a measly $297?

Two reasons, my friend. First, I use WordPress, the rock-solid software platform that powers hundreds of thousands of today’s finest websites, blogs, online stores, etc. We're talking CNN’s Political Ticker, the official NFL blog, Dow Jones' All Things D(igital).

WP saves days of development time, which saves you buckets o’ bucks. And you can update it and make changes yourself, even if don't even own a plastic pocket protector.

Affiliate commissions are the other big reason. See, I get a little spiff from hosting and mailing list companies when I refer customers like you to them. That's money you don't have to pay me. 

Two important facts: First, the commission comes from the companies, not you. You don’t a penny more using my affiliate links. Quite the opposite, in fact. I’ve negotiated a nice little discount for you. (I know. You’re welcome.)

Second, I only recommend companies who are top-rated for reliability, uptime, server redundancy and lots of other geeky stuff you don't care about. Bottom line: I use them for some of my own websites, so I’m totally comfortable recommending them. Besides, you're not locked in. If you're unhappy, close your account and go elsewhere.

How soon can we start?

PS: What are you doing down here? Oh, right -- I almost forgot the obligatory PS. Let's see, what more can I add? Look, if you don't think this is an awesome offer, feel free to look elsewhere. No hard feelings. If you agree this is a heckuva deal, get back up there and click that button! The whole world (wide web) is waiting for you.

PPS: Don't forget to join my e-mailing list (see top) for expert tips on SEO, copywriting, email marketing, social media, the Internet. Or we can just hang out. That's cool, too.

Disclaimer: I already covered this earlier, but I'm obligated by law (no, I'm not kidding) to mention that some of the links on this page are "affiliate links," meaning I would receive a small commission if you're foolish enough to click one and actually buy something. Like that's gonna happen, right?

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Questions I'm often asked

Q: Are you nuts? 

A: Why is this always the first question? Anyway, maybe. I know this offer sounds a little crazy. But here's the thing. You and I both know lots of good people who are getting chewed up in this busted economy. The laid-off, outsourced, unemployed. Small business owners, anyone over 50 -- all these folks need and deserve a hand to help them earn some decent money again. This is my small way of helping. Call it my karma-building mini- economic stimulus program.

Q: Who the heck are you anyway?

A: I'm Tom McKay. Internet Marketing consultant, website wizard, recovering copywriter, former journalist, philosopher- king. (You've no idea how hard that is to fit on a business card.) My detailed bio is over on my Maine Creative Services website, but I don't recommend operating heavy machinery while reading it. 

Q: I'm clueless about technical stuff. Is that a problem?

A: If you can operate a computer, go online and visit websites, you're probably OK. If you can do online banking, you're fine. WordPress is wicked easy to use. That's another reason it's so popular. 

Q: What if I have questions afterwards?

A: Call or email me and I’ll answer them. Within reason, course. For this price, I obviously need to keep everything pretty streamlined. You'll also have tons of helpful how-to videos and tutorials.

Q: What if I need LOTS of help? Or I just don't want to do it myself? Will you do it for me?

A:  Sure, if you like. Additional tech support, one-on-one training, theme customization, and consulting are available at a reasonable hourly rate.

Or just hire me to DIFY (Do It For You). When it comes to taking your hard- earned money, I'm very flexible. :-)

Q: Where can I see some sites you’ve already created?

A: Check out my Attract More Customers blog. Or this photographer's website. Or this. All of them were created the same way yours will be. 

Q: What if I change my mind and want a different layout later?

A: No sweat. It takes about four mouse clicks. Seriously.

Q: What’s a domain?

A: Your online "address," like www.yourwaycoolwebsite.com. If you don't already have one, you can get one while we're setting everything set up. The hosting company charges $15 a year.

Q: What's “hosting?"

A: You've got to live somewhere, right? Well, so does your website. Hosting is the online space where your files live, hanging out, drinking beer and waiting for people to click them. Every website has to be hosted somewhere, and these guys are my #1 choice. They charge $10 a month for unlimited bandwidth. Even less if you pay in advance.

Q: What if I don't need a website?

A: Well, you'll earn my undying gratitude by telling friends, coworkers and colleagues about this offer. I'll even pay you 25% commission for everyone you refer who comes here and signs up on this webpage. (Sorry, no commission if I have to call them. Because I probably won't.)

Don't need the money? How about donating it to a really worthy cause?