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Latest July 2, 2026 · 5 min read

How to make your website faster: a plain-English checklist

Slow website? Here's a plain-English checklist to make it faster: compress images, cut script bloat, lazy-load, and pick the right host. No jargon, real fixes.

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June 30, 2026 · 4 min read

The real benefits of a custom website for small business

Is a custom website worth it for a small business? Here are the real benefits: credibility, speed, lead tracking, and true ownership, in plain English.

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June 2, 2026 · 5 min read

How long should a small business website take to load?

A small business website should load in under 2.5 seconds on mobile. Here's what counts as fast, how to check yours, and what slow load times cost you.

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May 19, 2026 · 3 min read

How much does a website redesign cost in Toronto in 2026?

Web design pricing in Toronto varies wildly. Here's what actually drives the cost of a redesign, what you should expect to pay, and how to avoid overpaying.

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May 12, 2026 · 3 min read

Why your Wix or WordPress site is slow (and what it costs)

A slow website isn't just annoying. It's losing you real customers. Here's why Wix and WordPress sites slow down, and what you can actually do about it.

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May 5, 2026 · 5 min read

AODA website requirements for Ontario small businesses

AODA website requirements in Ontario, explained: who must comply, which WCAG standard applies, the 2026 reporting deadline, and what small businesses should do.

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April 28, 2026 · 4 min read

What is a Google Lighthouse score, and what does yours mean?

Google grades every website on speed, accessibility, SEO, and best practices. Here's what those scores actually mean for your business, in plain English.

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April 21, 2026 · 3 min read

Wix vs a custom website: what your business actually needs

Wix is cheap and easy to start, but is it good enough for a small business trying to win customers online? Here's an honest, plain-English comparison.

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April 14, 2026 · 4 min read

Custom website vs template: what's the real difference?

Templates are faster and cheaper to start, but the real costs don't show up on the invoice. Here's what you're actually choosing between for your business.

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