If you want to build a new site, expect to spend 2X that amount the same year your site launches. Otherwise it won't be able to create necessary traffic.
If you want a site built by a single untrained individual who has learned how to use Dreamweaver, spend less than $2000. Also, expect to build a new site within 3 months.
If you want a site or a boutique-style agency built by 5-10 persons, expect to spend a minimum of $10,000. These kinds of portals are experts in their field, and they deserve to be paid accordingly.
If you hire a smart individual with a proven track record to optimize your site, expect to pay them at least $5000, one time down.
If you hire a big agency with all sorts of fancy tools, an army of copywriters and expertise for search engine optimization, expect to pay a minimum of $50,000 for a year's contract.
If you want to double your sales in a year, you need to pay more than $1000 to do it.
Reliable hosting costs more than $9.95 a month.
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