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Originally Posted by IAmAllanShore |
Wait for nRnF to post, his targetdomain.com does well, and has worked with a lot of NP'ers in setting up their own WWD. ... nRnF also sometimes has NamePros member specials,
http://www.namepros.com/members/8770.html
If he doesn't see this thread soon, I doubt he'd mind a PM requesting help/info.
-Allan  |
OK, Allen here we go ....
I will try to answer several of FAQ...
Q: Is it difficult to start a domain reseller ?
A: Starting a reseller is relatively easy, reach a
break eaven
is difficult[list].
Remember the domain biz has become highly competitive,
and you will only earn small margins.
Hence, you will need lots of customers (=traffic).
As per rough estimation with WWD you need a
purchase each 3rd day to break eaven.
Q: Is the WWD reseller program sutable for me ?
A: If you are planning to resell domain names to wide public - YES
- Lots of different product offerings.
- Very nice "turnkey" storefront
- Lots of customizing options.
- This is a great option if you have several 100s domains
yourself and you look for cheaper reg prices paired with
the ability to sell domain registration & related services.
If you are planning to open your reseller basically
for domain trading plus some reselling - NO (Enom is recomended)
- This is simply due to, that you can't receive pushes
from any other WWD/GD reseller account.
Attention: This is also a advantage, as if you or
any of your customers pushes a domain it will remain
under your commision structure.
If you just look for better pricing structure for you own domains
forget starting a reseller and PM me for a free discount account
at www.TargetDomain.com at reseller/wholesale rates. Q: I always hear that GD/WWD support is horrible.
A: Difficult question, let me answer this between the lines.
If the farmer can't swim, he says its the fault of his trunks.
Got that ?
GD has millions of wide public non domainer customers.
Most are real noobs (or boobs). Its difficult for someone not used to
domain CPs with lots of options to find his way through.
Hence more complains arrise.
Q: Which WWD programm is suitable: Basic or Pro ?
A: Don't waste your time with the basic program,
you won't reach the buy prices you will need
within the strong cometition in the market.
Besides the prices there is also a diffrence
in the bonus packages.
Q: What about the WWD API ?
A: There are advantages and disadvantages of the API
Advantage:
- 100% customizable and
SEO/SE friendly
Disadvantage:
- You are 100% self responsable for site setup & updates.
- You must run several customer support functions yourself.
(At a Basic/Pro plan you
only have to promote your service)
Q: What is a Super Reseller ?
A: A Super Reseller is basically a PRO account, that can resell
additionally Basic & Pro accounts under their comission structure.
PS:
Unlikely with other reseller programs a WWD Super Reseller
has no influence in the pricing or service structure of his
subresellers. So don't be afraid to purchase through a Super Reseller.
Q: Is there a advantage of beeing a Super Reseller ?
A: Yes & No
It is unlikely, that as a Super Reseller you will sell much
reseller accounts (This is no buisiness nowadays), and nearly
all new WWD resellers are sold through WWD itself.
Independent of the number of subaccounts you have, it is needed,
that there is a large number of sales within the subacounts to
make some money for you.
Besides the sales comissions you receive through your subresellers
there are some small other advantages that you benefit from,
As example "domain parking" comission.
Bottom line is: If you are not shure, that besides your normal
sales you will be able to sell several reseller accounts a year
it is a waste of time and money. (Sounds easy, but is real hard)
Q: Is it true that GD undercuts the WWD reseller pricing ?
A: Yes, in some cases but this depends on the products, and is not
really a big problem. Remember you want to sell the wide public,
and not to domaineers.
Q: OK I want to go with WWD, where to order ?
A: You can order directly at WWD, but if you go for the Basic/Pro program
you can/should order at a Super Reseller.
It makes absolutely no difference for you, as the margin that would
go 100% to WWD is then split between WWD and the Super Reseller.
Here is a super reseller
http://reseller.targetdomain.com Q: Is there any extra I can obtain when I want to go for a Basic/Pro plan ?
A:
www.TargetDomain.com offers to selected startups a partially refund
of your 1st yearly fee. To obtain this you will need to demonstrate,
that you are serious about your reseller ambitions.
Means, you should be able to proof, that you can send several thousands of
domain/webmaster/intenet related visitors/month to your reseller without spending
hundreds/thousands in advertizing.
PM me if interested
I hope I could answer some basic questions, If you need more stuff to read
check out those posts:
http://www.namepros.com/business-dev...t-domains.html http://namepros.com/showthread.php?t=100932 http://namepros.com/showthread.php?t=103567 http://www.namepros.com/domain-name-...-reseller.html
Good Luck