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No jargon, no fluff. Just honest advice on web design, SEO, and growing your online presence from a Las Vegas designer who hand-codes every site.

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SEO · AI Search

Wikipedia vs Wikidata for Local Business SEO

Two different databases, two different jobs. Wikidata is the lower bar and the higher-leverage signal for AI search in 2026. Here is how a small business qualifies.

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SEO · Small Business

Why Your Website Isn't Ranking on Google

Your site exists. Your business is real. So why doesn't it show up when people search? Eight reasons I see every week, and what to do about each one.

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Buyer's Guide · Las Vegas

How to Choose a Web Designer in Las Vegas

You've decided to hire a pro. Here are 7 questions to ask, 7 red flags to watch for, and when an agency, freelancer, or template actually fits.

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Process · Timeline

How Long Does It Take to Build a Website?

Real timelines from a designer who ships on schedule. Landing pages in a week, full sites in a month, Shopify stores in six.

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Pricing · Las Vegas

How Much Does a Website Cost in Las Vegas?

Real numbers from a local designer who doesn't hide his pricing. What you'll actually pay for a landing page, full site, or Shopify store in 2026.

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Strategy · Small Business

Why Your Business Needs a Website (Not Just Social Media)

Still relying on Instagram alone? Here's why Las Vegas businesses need a real website, and what you're losing without one.

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Web Design · Audit

5 Signs Your Website Is Costing You Customers

Your website might be driving customers away. Here are 5 warning signs, and what to do about each one.

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Web Design · Guide

What Actually Makes a Good Business Website in 2026

Forget trends and buzzwords. Here's what actually matters on a small business website, from a designer who builds them every day.

Code on laptop screen — DIY vs professional web design

Strategy · Web Design

Wix, Squarespace, or a Designer? How to Choose.

Wix and Squarespace are easy. But easy and effective aren't the same thing. Here's how to decide what your business actually needs.

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