No monthly subscriptions

The software big companies use. Now for your local business.

Open-source tools that replace Calendly, Mailchimp, Shopify, and Figma — we set them up on your own server. One-time setup fee. You own it forever.

Built for local businesses

🔧Plumbers

❄️HVAC

⚡Electricians

🏠Realtors

🏗️Contractors

🚗Auto Shops

One-time setup

Software that pays for itself

Open-source tools used by companies like Airbnb and GitHub — set up on your server, one-time fee, yours forever.

Project Management

AppFlowy

Keep your crew, jobs, and clients organized — without $15-a-seat software.

ReplacesNotion$8–$15/seat/mo/mo

$47

one-time setup

Cal.diy

Let customers book service calls while you're on the job.

ReplacesCalendly$8–$12/mo/mo

$47

one-time setup

Hosting & Deployment

Coolify

Run all your business apps on one $10/mo server. Cancel the rest.

ReplacesHeroku / Railway / Render$7–$25/mo per app/mo

$67

one-time setup

Newsletter & Blog

Ghost

Send a monthly newsletter and keep your name top of mind — free.

ReplacesSubstack / WordPress.com$25/mo (WordPress) or 10% revenue cut (Substack)/mo

$67

one-time setup

Email Marketing

Listmonk

Email your whole customer list for the cost of a coffee. Not $300/mo.

ReplacesMailchimp / Constant Contact$13–$350/mo/mo

$47

one-time setup

Medusa

Sell parts, gift cards, or merch online — keep every dollar.

ReplacesShopify$29–$299/mo + 2% transaction fee/mo

$97

one-time setup

AI Consulting

Need a custom AI solution for your business?

I help local and small businesses implement AI tools that save time and make money. From automating customer follow-ups to building custom workflows — let's talk.

From the blog

No fluff. Tools and tactics for local businesses.

May 15, 2026

The Best Free CRM for Local Service Businesses in 2026

Plumbers, HVAC companies, and electricians don't need Salesforce. Here's the honest breakdown of free and cheap CRM options that actually work for local businesses.

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May 10, 2026

Stop Paying Mailchimp $100/mo — Here's What Local Businesses Should Use Instead

Mailchimp charges you more the more your business grows. There's a better way to manage your email list without the monthly bill eating into your margins.

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May 5, 2026

The Open-Source Shopify Alternative Local Businesses Should Know About

Shopify charges $29/mo plus takes a percentage of every sale. If you're selling products online as a local business, there's a one-time-cost alternative that puts more money in your pocket.

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