Is a $2,500 a Month Marketing Retainer Reasonable for a Small Business?

Is a $2,500 a Month Marketing Retainer Reasonable for a Small Business?

Sam Ackerman
Published on: 21/08/2026

When a $2,500 a month retainer is reasonable, what it should buy, the revenue test that decides it, and what Engage Ads charges for the same scope.

Meta Lead Ads Instant Forms for Local Service Businesses

Meta Lead Ads Instant Forms for Local Service Businesses

Sam Ackerman
Published on: 21/08/2026

The campaign structure behind Meta instant-form lead ads, and why two unrelated accounts both landed near $16.70 per inquiry.

Med Spa Marketing Agencies in Atlanta: 7 Compared

Med Spa Marketing Agencies in Atlanta: 7 Compared

Sam Ackerman
Published on: 21/08/2026

Seven agencies Atlanta med spas are pointed to, what each is known for, the $1,500 to $3,000 a month ad-spend band, and what a consult inquiry costs.

How Much Does Meta Ads Management Cost Per Month?

How Much Does Meta Ads Management Cost Per Month?

Sam Ackerman
Published on: 21/08/2026

Meta ads management costs $500 to $1,500 a month from a freelancer, $1,000 to $2,500 from a small agency, 10 to 20 percent of spend from percentage-based shops, and a flat $1,500 from Engage Ads. What each price actually includes.