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    Is the extension so important

    Try this experiment: Browse through the top sites on Alexa (I'd link it, but I'm not allowed yet on my account). See how many of them end in dot com. And for those that don't, see how many of them are just other extensions for a website where the dot com is owned by the same business. Selection...
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    domain AltBlockchains.com

    I'm inexperienced, so take my advice with a grain of salt. There are only two reported dot com sales on NameBio that are in $xx,xxx range which include "blockchain" and those (theblockchain.com & blockchaintechnology.com) are better in my opinion (although the technology one is kind of ugly -...
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    Domain Broker - Worth it for $xx,xxx purchase (not sale)?

    EDIT: After several answers and discussions, I have come to the conclusion that you do not need a domain broker for a single purchase DN transaction. Instead, you should consider them when (note: this only applies to purchasing, not selling domains): a) You have a set budget and are looking for...
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    domain GetMyPhD.com

    Thanks both - probably will list rather than develop and let drop in 3 - 4 years if no action by then.
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    Domain Broker - Worth it for $xx,xxx purchase (not sale)?

    If I was going to change it, I'd just go all out and brand several words. I have a few domain names I could get cheaply that are likely brandable. But none look as nice, none would be as professional / authoritative, none offer marketing in of themselves, and none would retain value as well as...
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    Domain Broker - Worth it for $xx,xxx purchase (not sale)?

    Since I don't have an established business in said name (yet), nor am I a prominent figure in the domain industry (I'm nonexistent!), I am assuming protecting my identity is entirely irrelevant. The only reason I'd hire a broker is for handling negotiations and transfers then. I'd say I am more...
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    question Drop bluechip.investments? Noobie Mistake

    Thank you Aspiring, your assistance is appreciated.
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    question grabandgo.com - Trademark Danger or no?

    Hello everyone, One of the recent prerelease names on NameJet was grabandgo.com. Plenty of trademarks on this, but are you really in danger with this type of name? It's not generic descriptive words, but it is a commonly used phrase - just curious what you all think, thanks.
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    domain GetMyPhD.com

    Thoughts? No real expectations - first acquisition. Intuition says it's worth low $xxx max. Closest comp is "getmydegree.com," which sold for $2,600 in 2013, but older domain and other TLDs taken unlike this one. Also a wider user base for that DN. Possible it's not worth reg-fee, but at this...
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    Domain Broker - Worth it for $xx,xxx purchase (not sale)?

    Yes I read some of that thread, was educational. I think the name is awesome. That said, I can think it's awesome and not buy it ;). I disclosed the DN to Bannen because he asked and seems like a reputable member here for his advice. He gave me a realistic opinion which has set my expectations...
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    Domain Broker - Worth it for $xx,xxx purchase (not sale)?

    Hi Aspiring, Nice to see you again. I'm fairly confident the value of this domain is beyond my current budget, but I could raise capital if the owner settles on lower end of range of valuation. I'll likely contact them and see how it goes later on. I have no issue with emotions when it comes to...
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    Domain Broker - Worth it for $xx,xxx purchase (not sale)?

    Based off private conversation with Bannen, the domain is likely worth low 6-figures. I'm not surprised to learn this, albeit slightly disappointed. I also haven't mentioned the owner of the domain name has another domain name that is absurdly premium (3 letter word), so I wouldn't be surprised...
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    Domain Broker - Worth it for $xx,xxx purchase (not sale)?

    I feel this is the case unfortunately, but I'd like to try anyway. I think the person who owns the domain wants to hold it forever basically, or until it hits 6+ figures which I can't justify spending (nor do I have the capital means right now to afford).
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    Domain Broker - Worth it for $xx,xxx purchase (not sale)?

    Thanks everyone, What's a healthy balance between a brand new e-mail and representing a real offer? If I don't go the broker route, I am concerned about the plausibility of me even being able to get a response from the owner of the name. I'm assuming that if I open with a decent offer (with...
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    Domain Broker - Worth it for $xx,xxx purchase (not sale)?

    I tend to agree. This domain name has been in the hands of the same owner for a LONG time. I don't think they'll part with it for less than $50,000 honestly based on how long they've had it, so every extra thousand counts.
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    Domain Broker - Worth it for $xx,xxx purchase (not sale)?

    Thanks biggie, I recall recently reading an article that discussed some beginner mistakes made in negotiation for such premium domains. Wish I could remember it now, but I guess I have to wonder if the broker is going to be worth the extra $1.5 - 4.5k. Can they save me that much in negotiations...
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    question Drop bluechip.investments? Noobie Mistake

    Aspiring, Yes, this is an online business idea and not a domain investment. However, I have around another month or two to create a name. I wanted to acquire the relevant domain name for said business prior to this. Since I am not required to stick with this name, it'd make more sense for me to...
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    question Drop bluechip.investments? Noobie Mistake

    Hello everyone, I am new to domain names. I wanted to find a decent domain name prior to creating a business or service in that name. I got hooked to Blue Chip Investments, but decided that instead of contacting the owner of the dot com, I would use the extension as a hack. This was only...
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