{"id":2808,"date":"2022-05-03T13:41:23","date_gmt":"2022-05-03T18:41:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/?p=2808"},"modified":"2026-04-23T13:24:30","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T18:24:30","slug":"small-business-website-development","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/small-business-website-development\/","title":{"rendered":"Small Business Website Development"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"2808\" class=\"elementor elementor-2808\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-74fbeeb elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"74fbeeb\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-9b34a31\" data-id=\"9b34a31\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ceb2ef8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ceb2ef8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>In today&#8217;s world, a quality internet reputation and presence are essential to running a successful business \u2014 even for small businesses. From establishing a presence on social media pages like Facebook and Twitter to optimizing your business&#8217;s website for users, having quality content online matters in the eyes of customers. When business owners look into updating their existing website or launching a new site, there are many options to choose from. One of the biggest questions business owners have around website development is whether to go with a freelance web designer or a larger <a href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/design\">website development<\/a> firm.\u00a0<\/p><p>Here, we&#8217;ll go over the importance of your business&#8217;s web presence and why you should choose an established web developer over an individual designer.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-73b6aa7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"73b6aa7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/houston-small-business-website-development.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-2810\" alt=\"Houston Small Business Web Development\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/houston-small-business-website-development.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/houston-small-business-website-development-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/houston-small-business-website-development-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-28a758f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"28a758f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/small-business-website-development\/#Importance_of_Web_Presence\" >Importance of Web Presence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/small-business-website-development\/#Freelance_Designer_vs_Website_Development_Firm\" >Freelance Designer vs. Website Development Firm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/small-business-website-development\/#Find_Website_Development_Experts\" >Find Website Development Experts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/small-business-website-development\/#Why_does_my_small_business_really_need_a_website_in_2026\" >Why does my small business really need a website in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/small-business-website-development\/#What_are_the_essential_features_every_small_business_website_should_include\" >What are the essential features every small business website should include?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/small-business-website-development\/#How_much_does_it_typically_cost_to_develop_a_small_business_website\" >How much does it typically cost to develop a small business website?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/small-business-website-development\/#How_long_does_it_take_to_build_a_small_business_website_from_start_to_finish\" >How long does it take to build a small business website from start to finish?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/small-business-website-development\/#Should_I_use_a_website_builder_or_hire_a_professional_for_my_small_business_site\" >Should I use a website builder or hire a professional for my small business site?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_Web_Presence\"><\/span>Importance of Web Presence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fdf3703 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fdf3703\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>For many small businesses, the question of when they should invest in a website is a common one. The answer is that it&#8217;s never too early to start working on establishing your web presence. A key way to do this is by launching a website or updating your existing website. Quality website creation allows potential clients and customers to access your business from anywhere at any time. Customers rely on small business websites to access information on businesses, shop for products, and stay connected.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-388dbad elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"388dbad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/small-business-website-development.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-2809\" alt=\"Small Business Web Development\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/small-business-website-development.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/small-business-website-development-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/small-business-website-development-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8af770b elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"8af770b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Freelance_Designer_vs_Website_Development_Firm\"><\/span>Freelance Designer vs. Website Development Firm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b92fd99 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b92fd99\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>When choosing someone to help create your website, there are various types of website designers and developers to choose from. One option is to work with an individual freelance designer. Although this can seemingly be cost-effective and more personal, many companies overestimate the skillset of a freelance web design professional and underestimate the cost of ongoing management or break\/fix support throughout the life of the website. In addition, business owners may not be aware of the benefits of working with a reputable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/managed-it-services-houston-tx\/custom-web-design-houston\">web design<\/a> firm, including how individual and personalized their services can be.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Below are just a handful of the many benefits that established website development firms have over freelance designers, including:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Advanced Skill Sets<\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211; Website development companies offer a wider array of skills and knowledge compared to individual designers. From HTML to javascript, full-service web development firms have an understanding of all the hardware, software, techniques, and frameworks required for top-notch web design. This means they can handle your project from start to finish, without a need for outside help.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sophisticated Project Management<\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211; Experienced web development teams have project management down to a science, eliminating the micro-managing and guidance that may be required from your team to manage freelance workers. When working with a web development team, there is a designated project manager who will guide you through the process and handle the ins and outs that you don&#8217;t want to spend your time on.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Long-Term Security &amp; Support<\/strong>&nbsp;&#8211; Another example of a benefit associated with a website development firm is their full-service approach to web design, which often includes ongoing attention to the management of your site and ensuring your website&#8217;s security in the long term. With freelancers, often their advice and attention to your website&#8217;s security and overall needs ends when the site is launched.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These are just a few of the many benefits associated with having websites designed by a firm as opposed to a freelancer.&nbsp;<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d32c23c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d32c23c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_Website_Development_Experts\"><\/span>Find Website Development Experts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a5460a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3a5460a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Website development services come in many forms from free lancers to design companies and the difference in getting quality results can really depend on this as well. We recommend that you use an established company or at a minimum a freelancer with a good record that can show you some examples of their work as well as provide several references.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-901cf32 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"901cf32\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><style>#sp-ea-7510 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-7510.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-7510.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-7510.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-7510.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-7510.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1776968524\"><div id=\"sp-ea-7510\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_small_business_really_need_a_website_in_2026\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-75100\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse75100\" aria-controls=\"collapse75100\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> Why does my small business really need a website in 2026?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse75100\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-7510\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-75100\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>In 2026, customers expect every legitimate business to have a professional website, and many will question your credibility if you only have social media or listings. Studies and industry guides note that over\u00a0<strong>80%<\/strong>\u00a0of consumers research online before buying, which means no website often equals lost opportunities before you ever hear from a prospect. A good small business site works as a 24\/7 sales and information hub, explaining who you are, what you offer, and why people should trust you\u2014often before they call, visit, or message. It also feeds modern search and AI tools with the facts they need about your business, increasing the chances you show up in Google, Maps, and AI\u2011powered answers.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_essential_features_every_small_business_website_should_include\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-75101\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse75101\" aria-controls=\"collapse75101\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What are the essential features every small business website should include?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse75101\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-7510\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-75101\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Every small business website should clearly explain what you do, who you serve, and how to contact you, using simple pages that visitors can scan in seconds. Common essentials include: a clear homepage, an About page, Services or Products, Testimonials or Case Studies, and a Contact page; many also add a Blog, FAQ, or online booking. Mobile\u2011friendly design, fast load times, and strong calls\u2011to\u2011action (buttons to call, book, or request a quote) are now considered baseline, not \u201cnice to have.\u201d You should also include basic SEO elements\u2014descriptive page titles, helpful content, and local details\u2014so nearby customers can find you when they search for solutions you provide.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_it_typically_cost_to_develop_a_small_business_website\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-75102\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse75102\" aria-controls=\"collapse75102\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How much does it typically cost to develop a small business website?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse75102\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-7510\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-75102\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Costs vary widely based on complexity and who builds it, but most guides place small business websites between low\u2011hundreds (DIY builders) and several thousand dollars (professional custom builds). Website builders like WordPress, Wix, or similar tools keep up\u2011front costs low but still require time and some learning to get a polished result. Hiring an agency or freelance developer usually costs more, yet you gain strategy, design, copywriting, SEO foundations, and ongoing support that many owners do not want to handle alone. When evaluating budget, it helps to think in terms of ROI\u2014how many leads, bookings, or sales the site needs to generate to pay for itself over 12\u201324 months\u2014rather than looking at price in isolation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_to_build_a_small_business_website_from_start_to_finish\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-75103\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse75103\" aria-controls=\"collapse75103\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How long does it take to build a small business website from start to finish?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse75103\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-7510\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-75103\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Timeframes depend on scope and decision\u2011making speed, but many sources estimate\u00a0<strong>1\u20132 weeks<\/strong>\u00a0for a focused small business site once content and direction are clear. Simple sites built with templates and ready content can sometimes launch in a few days, while more custom designs or copy\u2011heavy sites may take several weeks. Delays often come from content gathering (photos, copy, testimonials), feedback cycles, and last\u2011minute scope changes more than from the actual development work. Setting a realistic timeline with milestones for content, design approval, and testing helps keep the project on track and prevents \u201calmost done\u201d sites from lingering unfinished.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_use_a_website_builder_or_hire_a_professional_for_my_small_business_site\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-75104\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse75104\" aria-controls=\"collapse75104\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Should I use a website builder or hire a professional for my small business site?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse75104\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-7510\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-75104\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Website builders are a good fit if you have a tight budget, simple needs, and time to learn basic design and SEO; many owners start this way to get online quickly. Hiring a professional makes more sense when you want a site that is tightly aligned to your brand, optimized for leads and search, and supported long\u2011term without you becoming the webmaster. Agencies and experienced freelancers can help clarify your goals, define your ideal customer, write persuasive copy, and build a system that works beyond launch day. Many small businesses choose a hybrid path\u2014starting with a builder or simple template, then partnering with a pro to upgrade design, messaging, and SEO once they see initial traction.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In today&#8217;s world, a quality internet reputation and presence are essential to running a successful business \u2014 even for small businesses. 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