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Stop Hiring Agencies.
Start Building.

Real infrastructure for real small businesses. I build what you need — websites, stores, ad campaigns, content — without the agency markup. I've been where you are. I know what actually works.

DC
Donald Clayton Budge, founder. Seven weeks ago I had a laptop, a Stripe account, and zero idea how to turn any of it into a real business. This is what I wish existed — affordable, honest, no-bullshit service work from someone who actually builds.
Starter Special — Limited Availability
Website Starter Package
A complete, deployable website — design, copy, hosting setup, basic SEO. Everything you need to be live and professional in under 2 weeks.
$1,200 $500 one-time
Includes: domain setup, hosting, mobile-first design, SSL, basic SEO, 5 pages
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What I build

Core service offerings

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Website Development
Full-stack sites built for conversion, not just pretty screenshots.
$500 – $2,500
From landing pages to full affiliate sites — built clean, fast, and ready to rank. I use modern tools (Express, PostgreSQL, optimized frontend) because they actually perform, not because they're trendy.
  • Mobile-first, responsive design
  • Performance optimized (Core Web Vitals)
  • SEO foundation (meta, schema, speed)
  • Custom design — no template litter
  • Blog/category structure for content sites
1–3 weeks typical delivery
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E-commerce Setup
Shopify + Stripe integrations without the agency upcharge.
Varies
Custom Shopify themes, Stripe payment flows, checkout optimization. I set up the store, configure payments, and make sure the tech actually works — not just looks good in a demo.
  • Shopify theme customization
  • Stripe payment gateway setup
  • Product page optimization
  • Checkout flow optimization
  • Analytics + tracking integration
Scope — depends on complexity
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Business Creation Packages
LLC, domain, brand identity — the whole foundation, built once.
Varies
Complete business setup: entity formation guidance, domain registration, brand identity (colors, typography, logo direction), email setup, and first month of operations infrastructure.
  • LLC formation guidance (state-specific)
  • Domain + hosting setup
  • Brand identity package
  • Business email (Google Workspace)
  • First-month ops infrastructure
1–2 weeks full setup
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Digital Advertising Management
Facebook/Meta ads managed by someone who earns on performance.
$500 – $2,500 /mo
Campaign strategy, creative direction, audience targeting, budget management, A/B testing. I run ads for affiliate content sites and direct-response offers. You get the data, the learnings, and the performance.
  • Facebook/Meta campaign setup
  • Audience research + targeting
  • Creative brief + copy direction
  • Weekly optimization + reporting
  • Pixel installation + conversion tracking
3-day campaign launch typical
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AI-powered content

Content that moves the needle

AI tools are how I keep prices low and turnaround fast. But I own the quality — every piece is reviewed, edited, and built to actually convert. No raw AI slop, no placeholder content.

Blog Posts
Long-form · SEO-optimized
$300/post
1,500–2,500 word posts optimized for search intent. Keyword research, outline, first draft, one revision cycle. Ready to publish.
SEO keyword research Outline + structure Internal linking 1 revision round
Social Content Packs
10 posts · Multi-platform
$500
10 platform-ready posts across LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook. Platform-specific formatting, engagement hooks, CTA alignment with your business goals.
LinkedIn posts Twitter/X threads Facebook copy Hashtag strategy
Email Sequences
5–8 emails · Full funnel
$1,000
Complete email nurture sequence — welcome, education, bridge, offer, close. Built for real human psychology, not just filler. Includes subject line variants and preview text.
5–8 emails Subject line variants Segmentation tags Delivery timing guide
Ad Copy Packages
Per ad set · Multi-format
$250/ad set
Facebook/Meta ad sets with primary text, headline, description, CTA variants. Tested hook angles, platform-native formatting, conversion-focused language. Ready for the ad manager.
3 primary text variants 3 headline options CTA + description A/B test recommendations
Why me

No agency bullshit.

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No retainer traps
Project-based pricing. You know what you're paying before we start. No hidden scope creep.
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AI-native workflow
I use AI tools to cut production time in half. You get speed without the quality drop — I review everything before it ships.
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Data-first approach
Every deliverable is built around what actually works. Not templates. Not trends. Real performance data.
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Fast turnaround
Most projects delivered in 1–2 weeks. AI accelerates production, I ensure quality control.
Ready to start?

Let's build something real.

Tell me what you need. I'll tell you honestly if I'm the right fit — and if not, I'll point you somewhere that is.

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Response within 24 hours. No hard sales pitch.