Recommendations to Sell High Value Domain

[lasvegascom]

A friend of mine has a 5 character (LLLLL) .com. It is a real word that can be used for many industries. He has had it since 99 (if not longer) and it expires in 09. The domain is not parked, right now it is redirected to his website.

He is interested in selling it. From my basic research I am guessing that it would go for $100K - $200K.

What would be the best way to sell it? Should he just go to Sedo, Moniker or similar or find a real broker to do it for him? Where would he find a real broker?

Any help would be appreciated.

 

[gazzip]

I would first take a look at previous sales in www.dnjournal.com - If it still looks like it would be worth anywhere near that amount then get an appraisal from Sedo or Moniker or both - then park it for sale.

If it is really that good then try to get it into one of the upcoming auctions and get a battle going for it.

JMO
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[Spade]

Honestly, get a Broker. Take the name directly to the industries in which it could be used, then patiently wait for the next TRAFFIC, if nothing pans out. As BonkersTwo Suggested.... SnapNames is a Bargain compared to TRAFFIC.

Justin

 

[lasvegascom]

Yeah I am thinking a broker is the best route. Where would i find them though?

 

[Spade]

Yeah I am thinking a broker is the best route. Where would i find them though?

Just look around - LoL.

If the domain is truely in the vacinity of your pricing. I would recommend posting that your in need of a broker, or even asking a few of the experienced members here.

There are lots of people, including myself who would be happy to assist in the sale of this domain name.

 

[lasvegascom]

I have done my research on the domain name and I am pretty positive about the price range.

where would i post that I need a broker? I have already received a few PMs from members of this forum offering their services. I am not sure who is trustworthy and good.

 

[Smiler]

Would the value of the generic domain name increase if it has a very good develop site. Or it does not matter if its a developed site or not? What's your opinion guys?

 

[lasvegascom]

Can anyone provide a list of brokers that I should approach?

 

[Spade]

I am not sure who is trustworthy and good.

Review there feedback, trader rating, ect. Thats how you determine. Or, ask a few members who they would recommend. Im sure you recieved plenty of PMs - just scan through them, asking for credentials. Many of them are probably not qualified enough to handle this sale for you.

Justin

Would the value of the generic domain name increase if it has a very good develop site. Or it does not matter if its a developed site or not? What's your opinion guys?

If the site is bringing in solid revenue, then potentially. But, in this case I would say its very domain / industry specific.

 

[Giode]

Didn't domainspade offer to help? He seems like a viable choice.

 

[Spade]

Didn't domainspade offer to help? He seems like a viable choice.

Well, weigh your options. I do appreciate the nod Giode - but I do recommend that the seller does research and finds a broker who is right for them. Im sure there are brokers who would do it for less than I would...

 

[gazzip]

You could take a look at this one > http://www.highendwebnames.com/domains-for-sale.html#500000

He's obviously managed to get the attention of other big domain owners

Villas.com - Xmas.com - whiskey.com - Bourbon.com and more are listed there for sale.


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[Keynes]

I would recommend the large auction venues (Moniker, Sedo, etc.) with reserve prices as a good place to start.

 

[lasvegascom]

Can anyone provide a list of brokers that I should approach from Namepros or anywhere? I am finishing up my list and still have room for a few more to look at.

 

[yandig]

Look here: http://www.igoldrush.com/links3.htm

Good luck!