How much should I budget for a new website?

Budget in two layers: build cost and operating cost. Build cost covers strategy, design, development, content, and launch. Operating cost includes hosting, domain, email, maintenance, and ongoing improvements. If the website is a lead engine, also budget for iteration: new landing pages, stronger proof, and SEO content that expands what you can rank for. If budget is limited, launch a strong “core” site first (home, services, proof, contact), then add pages over time based on what you want to rank and convert for.