Guides

Straight answers on small-business marketing

What ads, websites, social media and SEO really cost, how to get more leads, and how to get found on Google and AI assistants.

Prices

How much does a small business website cost?

Agencies charge $5,000–$15,000 up front and freelancers $500–$5,000, plus monthly upkeep. What drives the price and a cheaper way to get a great site.

How much does Facebook and Google ads management cost?

Agencies charge $500–$2,000 a month to manage ads, on top of ad spend; freelancers $250–$800. What you get and what to watch for.

How much does marketing cost for a small business in 2026?

Agencies charge about $500–$2,500 a month per service. Here's what each piece costs, what you get, and how Quilco does all five for $410/month.

White-label marketing software for agencies: what it costs

Run every client's ads, website, posts, SEO and leads in one app under your brand: $410/month for your first business, $200 for each one after.

Problems and fixes

Why aren't my Facebook ads getting leads?

The usual causes: the wrong goal, ads that look like ads, too little time to learn, or leads that never get an answer. How to check each one.

Comparisons

Marketing agency vs. an AI marketing app: which is right for you?

An agency gives you people and strategy; an AI app gives you the daily work for a fraction of the price. A fair look at when each one wins.

How it works

How to get more leads for a contracting business (without buying them)

The leads you already have, fast replies, your job sites and answer pages bring in more work than bought leads. A practical checklist for contractors.

How to get your business recommended by ChatGPT and Google's AI

AI assistants pull from search results, reviews and pages that answer questions clearly. What to fix first, and what doesn't work.