Hosting company

[Pagan]

There is one factor that you are missing -- the technical support. A host that will shut you down for going one hit over the ceiling is completely useless. You not only require a host that has room to grow, but one that can look at your stats and give you an honest answer and even give you some direction to save you money and time. It isn't always about dollars. See Useless Warrior's signature for my favorite.