Start with scope, not just a number
A single landing page and a store with a large catalog are different projects. My Essential package starts at $30 for a simple agreed scope. Custom functionality, content development and complex integrations require a tailored quote. Before comparing prices, list the pages, features and materials you actually need.
Separate the project from recurring costs
Domain registration, hosting, platform subscriptions and paid plugins may renew separately. Ask which costs are included in the quote and who owns the accounts. A low starting development price does not mean all future services are included.
Prepare a useful brief
Share your business type, audience, existing branding, required pages and budget. Supply photos and copy when available. A specific brief makes it easier to agree on deliverables, revisions and a realistic timeline.
Written by Nabil Dahdouh · Independent developer, Beirut.