New or Old scam... req an appraisal.

domainSPOTLIGHT · 06-20-2005, 03:17 PM

Here is an email I recieved

"
1,300 and 250. Ok.

Do you sell a developed site or just domain name? If you don't have a site it's not a problem. I'm mostly interested in domain names without content.

Do you have appraisals of your domains? I need an appraisal certificate for domain priced in your range. Domain name is an investment for me. I'm going to sell your name later and make a profit. If I overpay I won't be able to make a profit in the future. It's very important for you and me to know the current market value of your domain.
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/warnings-and-alerts/100329-new-or-old-scam-req-appraisal.html

Please note that I don't trust free or cheap appraisals. So I cannot accept appraisal from each and every site.

To avoid mistakes I asked domain experts about reputable appraisal companies in a forum
http://www.domain talk.ourp lace.com/Archive/23076.htm

Juck check this posting.

After I verify an appraisal from you we'll continue our negotiations.

Looking forward to your reply."

I wonder how many people fall for this scam? Anyone got a smarta%@ remark I can email him back with?

ApeXX · 06-20-2005, 03:26 PM

That is the oldest scam in the book. Play around with them, I love it.

domainSPOTLIGHT · 06-20-2005, 03:29 PM

Ooooh I think I am going to tell them I tried getting an app, but the website is not working, lol

ApeXX · 06-20-2005, 03:34 PM

Well they send you to the fake forum, so tell them something like:

"Yeah I love your forums. The warez section was great. Oh by the way, I got the appraisal done. Your admin there "Freddy" said that the site was worth about $XXXX, and said that you would love to buy it off me for that price. I already sent a paypal invoice, you should get it shortly"

Just completely BS it. I love those emails. God I wish I got more of them.

IAmAllanShore · 06-20-2005, 03:38 PM

Moved to scams and warnings

Thanks,
Allan

harkster · 06-20-2005, 04:01 PM

I am a professional and know enough about the domain business that I have no need for 3rd party appraisals. I feel that when all things are considered my asking price is fair and not negotiable.

If you feel the need for an apprasial feel free to do so at your expense. I will be glad to provide traffic stats etc. to your appraiser of choice.

Also, I will choose the escrow service to use in our transaction and as is standard in the Domain business the buyer always pays all escrow costs. This is the best way to protect both parties.

Looking forward to a pleasent transaction which will be beneficial to the both of us.

Charlie Q. Domainer

Mystic · 06-20-2005, 06:47 PM

i always say i get Error 404 not found, site not working, it says i mist login to read the posts, just completely make them up, or if im wanting fun, my comuter dont work so i cant get online to do it

axilant · 06-20-2005, 09:32 PM

Originally Posted by ApeXX

Well they send you to the fake forum, so tell them something like:
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=100329

"Yeah I love your forums. The warez section was great. Oh by the way, I got the appraisal done. Your admin there "Freddy" said that the site was worth about $XXXX, and said that you would love to buy it off me for that price. I already sent a paypal invoice, you should get it shortly"

Just completely BS it. I love those emails. God I wish I got more of them.

ROFL (seriously...)

komp · 06-20-2005, 11:29 PM

Lol thats great, Getting there hopes up too

snareklutz · 06-27-2005, 05:37 AM

Go to http://domaintalk.ourplace.com/
Sorry, our free forum closed for maintenance. New site will be launched soon.

06-20-2005, 03:17 PM	THREAD STARTER #1 (permalink)
domainSPOTLIGHT NamePros Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 109	New or Old scam... req an appraisal. Here is an email I recieved " 1,300 and 250. Ok. Do you sell a developed site or just domain name? If you don't have a site it's not a problem. I'm mostly interested in domain names without content. Do you have appraisals of your domains? I need an appraisal certificate for domain priced in your range. Domain name is an investment for me. I'm going to sell your name later and make a profit. If I overpay I won't be able to make a profit in the future. It's very important for you and me to know the current market value of your domain. ????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/warnings-and-alerts/100329-new-or-old-scam-req-appraisal.html Please note that I don't trust free or cheap appraisals. So I cannot accept appraisal from each and every site. To avoid mistakes I asked domain experts about reputable appraisal companies in a forum http://www.domain talk.ourp lace.com/Archive/23076.htm Juck check this posting. After I verify an appraisal from you we'll continue our negotiations. Looking forward to your reply." I wonder how many people fall for this scam? Anyone got a smarta%@ remark I can email him back with?

06-20-2005, 03:26 PM	#2 (permalink)
ApeXX Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,998	That is the oldest scam in the book. Play around with them, I love it. __________________ FREE Xbox Live Gold codes added daily!

06-20-2005, 03:34 PM	#4 (permalink)
ApeXX Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,998	Well they send you to the fake forum, so tell them something like: "Yeah I love your forums. The warez section was great. Oh by the way, I got the appraisal done. Your admin there "Freddy" said that the site was worth about $XXXX, and said that you would love to buy it off me for that price. I already sent a paypal invoice, you should get it shortly" Just completely BS it. I love those emails. God I wish I got more of them. __________________ FREE Xbox Live Gold codes added daily!

06-20-2005, 03:38 PM	#5 (permalink)
IAmAllanShore NamePros Expert Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Esse quam videri Posts: 8,316	Moved to scams and warnings Thanks, Allan __________________ Something Witty This Way Comes...

06-20-2005, 04:01 PM	#6 (permalink)
harkster Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Red State Posts: 1,605	I am a professional and know enough about the domain business that I have no need for 3rd party appraisals. I feel that when all things are considered my asking price is fair and not negotiable. If you feel the need for an apprasial feel free to do so at your expense. I will be glad to provide traffic stats etc. to your appraiser of choice. Also, I will choose the escrow service to use in our transaction and as is standard in the Domain business the buyer always pays all escrow costs. This is the best way to protect both parties. Looking forward to a pleasent transaction which will be beneficial to the both of us. Charlie Q. Domainer __________________ -- A Sometimes Light Hearted Journey Through The History of Shoes -- -- QUHL.com --

06-20-2005, 03:29 PM	THREAD STARTER #3 (permalink)
domainSPOTLIGHT NamePros Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 109	Ooooh I think I am going to tell them I tried getting an app, but the website is not working, lol

06-20-2005, 06:47 PM	#7 (permalink)
Mystic Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: England Posts: 1,169	i always say i get Error 404 not found, site not working, it says i mist login to read the posts, just completely make them up, or if im wanting fun, my comuter dont work so i cant get online to do it

06-20-2005, 11:29 PM	#9 (permalink)
komp NamePros Regular Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: London Posts: 722	Lol thats great, Getting there hopes up too

06-27-2005, 05:37 AM	#10 (permalink)
snareklutz Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,057	Go to http://domaintalk.ourplace.com/ Sorry, our free forum closed for maintenance. New site will be launched soon. __________________ For sale: forexstochastics.com

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Appraisal Scam Alive And Well!	shendia	Warnings & Alerts	34	09-03-2004 09:50 PM
73 hosting and domain names $13-$200 ea.	seodomainsforsalecom	Domains For Sale - Fixed Price	2	03-20-2004 04:42 PM
29 auction domains for sale	seodomainsforsalecom	Domains For Sale - Auctions	0	03-17-2004 05:29 PM