Affiliate Marketing Secrets

I’m starting a 100% web based business from the ground up and need someone who can handle legal matters, database creation and maintenance, website layout, taking online payments, affiliate marketing, etc.
Brickwork charges 20 usd per hour for the site creation. How does this compare to US rates?
I really need the site to look sharp and for the database to function smoothly.
Wondering if Brickworks will get the job done or if I’d be better off with a USA company. I really would like a one stop shop though.

I am very interested in creating a coral reef aquarium, but as someone who has not yet really dealt with saltwater aquariums I am curious what the best type of pets to get for it are? I don’t mind fish, but I am more intrigued by arthropods (especially crustaceans) and cephalopods. I am prepared to do adequate research before purchasing the animals for the reef but knowing a good mix is good to start. I don’t mind investing a bit into it but I would like to keep the daily maintenance costs down, specifically in feeding.
I would like to create a fairly self sustaining environment, but want to be careful to avoid predatory animals that will kill off other species housed with them or compete for the same specific niches (algae eaters, etc.)
Any websites or guides that can provide a good reference on creating a nice balance?

I currently own a landscape design/maintenance business and am looking for a better niche during these hard times. I have developed an idea and am looking for some feedback on the idea. ( I am not looking for new ideas, just feedback). I want to appeal to those in downtown and more historical urban settings, usually with very minimal yard space. Many of my clients live in lofts and have roof top gardens rather than usual yards. I create retreats geared to the individual clients personality and needs. I also create spaces in small areas that clients never thought was possible. Another unique thing that I do is bring the inside out (living spaces, outdoor kitchens, sometimes outdoor showers) and the outside in (water features, plant displays, green environments, and fresh floral arrangements). So I would love to gather some feedback on market acceptance, and what people think of my ideas. My goal of this is to get people to spend time in their ‘space’. Considering it is hard for most of us to go out and do things all the time in this economy, I want people to feel relaxed and away from their everyday stressful lives in their own home, yard, roof, or loft patio, without having to leave and go elsewhere to receive this enjoyment.