Category | Strategies

Many domainers (aka domain entreprenuers) are struggling with the decision whether they should let some or most of their domain portfolio just expire and drop or whether to use channels such as eBay or domain forums to sell their domains at significantly discounted or even below cost pricing. There are 3 factors to consider in this decision: 1) returns; 2) time; 3) reputation. You may be wondering why a fourth factor related to the quality of the domain is not listed. This is because it is assumed that if you are contemplating dropping the domain it is likely of mediocre quality or has very...

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Domain Tools is one of the most popular domain name services for checking WhoIs and getting critical data on domains, such as histories. One of the more interesting aspects of the site is their regular updates on domain sales, top websites, and (my favorite) domain buzz on their Whois Source page. As per the site this section is for domains or sites that "are generating a lot of buzz in Tech Blogs and News Articles". And in the recent weeks I've noticed a lot of new sites springing up with a 6 letter pronounceable domain as their business name and site address. Some current examples are Nitobi.com,...

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When it comes to registering and developing domains, many domain entrepreneurs overlook the benefits of building a brand. What this involves is instead of registering and developing domains across a large spectrum of topics, industries or interests, you develop domains around a singular brand. This opens up a huge potential for domain registration, development and marketing at lower costs. Perhaps the biggest benefit is that once you have a recognized brand and build a new online property around it, then visitors will be able to find that new site with much greater ease resulting in more repeat...

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