'Morning Wayne,
It really depends on how you want to do this. I have several website, so I do have a little knowledge on the subject
I use hostgator for all my hosting (for the past 3+ years now I think) and can't remember having any problems.
Secondly, for ease, if you really want to do your own sites, I highly recommend XSitePro. this is what I use on my practice site. Updating the site is sooooo easy. Every time I use the program, I have an even greater appreciation for it. The price is not bloated like Dreamweaver is (and it's far easier to learn).
On the other hand, you can use wordpress. It is a blogging platform, but you can have static pages, you can still have downloads, etc.
In either case, you can have a professional template designed if you wish.
My only cost for these sites is my hosting and the little time that I have to update or add something.
Hope this is helpful.
