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Web Design

How a custom-built website turns local browsers into customers. Honest takes on platform choice, design decisions, and what actually matters for small businesses on the Suncoast.

Identical generic template storefronts vs. one custom-built storefront with terra-cotta walls

Web Design

Custom website vs. Wix: Which is right for your Sarasota small business?

You can launch a website in a weekend on Wix or Squarespace. So why would a Sarasota small business pay for a custom-built site? An honest look at when DIY makes sense - and when it costs you customers.

May 20, 2026

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