Things to Consider before buying a Website

Below are some important points you should consider before starting out on any venture on the web. I hope they will help you in the initial planning and preparation of your venture. They will also help you get the most out of your site once it is up and running.


Hiring a web developer / designer
If you are not already familiar with the world of websites then hiring a good web developer / designer can be tricky. Looking at their own website can help. You should ask is the information on it well presented? Is it easy to navigate? Does it have a consistent look and feel? Do they have any good referrals?

Specification of requirements
You should always come to an agreement with the developer in the form of written, signed contact, as to what the final specification of the website you want will actually be.

Choosing a domain name (URL) for your website
Choosing a domain name that is the address of your website is extremely important. Imagine you have advertised your URL somewhere on a car, beermat or whatever. You need something that is short and easy to spell. So that people will remember it by the time they get to a PC.

Promoting your website
If your website is to be of continuing value to your organisation then the promotion of your website is every bit as important as the construction of it.