I also use A2 Hosting and have been very happy - more than the other 3 or 4 hosting services I've used over the past 15 years. I have used A2 Hosting's tech support and they've been good.
Although all the comments to get a pro are worthwhile, in the event that's not an option for one reason or another, you can take a good stab at designing a good site. I've had to do this also - I recommend (in addition to other resources mentioned) "The Non-Designer's Design and Type Books" by Robin Williams. It's written for people who need to get a decent design but are not designers. It's been very helpful for me.
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I also use A2 Hosting and have been very happy - more than the other 3 or 4 hosting services I've used over the past 15 years. I have used A2 Hosting's tech support and they've been good.
Although all the comments to get a pro are worthwhile, in the event that's not an option for one reason or another, you can take a good stab at designing a good site. I've had to do this also - I recommend (in addition to other resources mentioned) "The Non-Designer's Design and Type Books" by Robin Williams. It's written for people who need to get a decent design but are not designers. It's been very helpful for me.
Good luck!