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Do your keyword research. Pick a name. Add a blog or use one of the easy programs to create a website. What are some of the easy programs to create a website? The list is long.
WordPress
Blogger
Wix
Weebly
webs.com
Get Your Own Web Hosting
godaddy
The list of places to setup a website is a long one. Using a blogging system or content management system is the way to go. You don’t have to worry about learning how to program websites. Some of the programs are really simple to use. You could also use web templates if that makes you more comfortable.
WordPress is really simple and there are lots of tools that you can add easily. It is powerful software and you can find lots of tutorials online to help you through problems. Just go to youtube and you can find plenty of helpful tips for getting started with wordpress.
Think about adding a custom banner for your local niche website. You can find people to setup your blog on fiverr or you might have a friend or family member that can get you started. Some web hosting companies like hostgator have the wordpress quick install feature that is really simple to use.
The key to your niche local website is your content. This is where your keyword research comes into play. Are you a really good writer that can keep the content flowing on your new site? There are lots of different content providers online that can help you, if you run into a drought when it comes to writing. Freelance writers, private label rights and guest bloggers should all be options that you explore.
Your content for the local niche website does not have to just be written content. Expand your horizons with other content formats. You can add short videos and audio podcasts to provide a more well rounded niche website for your local community.
When your site is updated with information, you can start promoting it online. Free marketing methods like article writing are popular on the web. Don’t forget about using free classified ads for your new site. The cost is normally free and it is a quick way to share new information about your site. Social media is also another option for sharing your new site online. Post your new article titles and links back to your site. Also consider including your web address in the profile area.
Driving traffic to your new blog is not limited to free methods. Paid advertising can drive traffic to your local site. Google adwords is an option if you are ready to dive into the world of pay per click ads. There is also the option of buying banner ads slots on other local websites.