discuss Vanity Tag Names

[ThatNameGuy]

I can only assume that many NP members sport vanity license plates. My Virginia license plates read "NameGuy", but I don't own that domain. However, someone who does uses NameGuy.com and TheNameGuy.com to sell domains. He/she has been using it for at least 5+ years.

Just an hour ago i was driving back home from my Kiwanis meeting when I noticed the car in front of me sporting "Squryl" on their license plate. It was so catchy I felt for sure it would already be registered.....but

Well, as of keying this I haven't registered it, but before the days over I just may.

Anyone else see value in registering domains they might see on a license plate? Anyone else care to share their vanity tag name?

 

[just-j]

Hello!

I absolutely love anything related to cars, whether it's about cars themselves or the automotive industry. I consider myself a true "car guy" and I know that there are millions of car enthusiasts out there in the world.

If you ask any of them about anything related to cars, their response will likely be that I'm "in 2 cars." This phrase has been around since the days of the Model T!

It's the typical reply you would get from a genuine car enthusiast.

I was also incredibly fortunate to acquire a very rare vanity toll-free number, 1-800-IN2CARS.

I have owned this unique package since 1997 and it is currently available on the market for someone looking to develop it.

It would be perfect for a new cable network or a mega car dealership...anything automotive and related to cars.

Even a millionaire or billionaire with a massive car collection could own the ultimate car enthusiast domain in the world.

Open to offers and creative opportunities.

www.in2cars.com
Please PM.

thx

 

[byte]

Ever been to New Hampshire? 80% of the drivers there sport a vanity. Couldn't believe my eyes my first trip there.

 

[just-j]

In continuation of the topic regarding vanity plates, I encountered a vehicle yesterday displaying the plate GETNFIT. This presents an excellent branding opportunity for a fitness studio. One could create merchandise such as T-shirts and workout towels featuring the license plate design, opening up numerous possibilities for marketing. Additionally, there is potential for franchising in various states. However, I attempted to acquire the domain GETNFIT.COM, but it is already registered. I hope the current owner plans to utilize it effectively.

 

[ThatNameGuy]

In continuation of the topic regarding vanity plates, I encountered a vehicle yesterday displaying the plate GETNFIT. This presents an excellent branding opportunity for a fitness studio. One could create merchandise such as T-shirts and workout towels featuring the license plate design, opening up numerous possibilities for marketing. Additionally, there is potential for franchising in various states. However, I attempted to acquire the domain GETNFIT.COM, but it is already registered. I hope the current owner plans to utilize it effectively.

It's really a good domain imo, and I would have checked it out too. HugeDomains is asking $11,195 for GetnFit.com. I also agree with your branding and potential franchising idea.

I know you and i think a lot alike, but without the ability to get names like this in front of visionaries desiring to get into the fitness business, they're of little value

 

[Joe N]

It's really a good domain imo, and I would have checked it out too. HugeDomains is asking $11,195 for GetnFit.com. I also agree with your branding and potential franchising idea.

I know you and i think a lot alike, but without the ability to get names like this in front of visionaries desiring to get into the fitness business, they're of little value

Just buy the right names, and you won't have to worry about getting them in front of people. They'll come find them all by themselves.

 

[just-j]

I've seen this analogy of a bottle of water being valued differently in various contexts—$0.50 at a supermarket, $2 at a gym, $3 at a movie theater, and $6 on an airplane—aims to illustrate how worth can vary depending on the environment.

There are a few domains out there that are truly unique and special, that having the right audience, the value would greatly improve.

The issue we mostly face is getting in front
the audience, groups of like minded people.

Have the courage to change places and go to a place where you are given the value you deserve.

Surround yourself with people who really appreciate your worth.

Don’t settle for less.

 

[ThatNameGuy]

I've seen this analogy of a bottle of water being valued differently in various contexts—$0.50 at a supermarket, $2 at a gym, $3 at a movie theater, and $6 on an airplane—aims to illustrate how worth can vary depending on the environment.

There are a few domains out there that are truly unique and special, that having the right audience, the value would greatly improve.

The issue we mostly face is getting in front
the audience, groups of like minded people.

Have the courage to change places and go to a place where you are given the value you deserve.

Surround yourself with people who really appreciate your worth.

Don’t settle for less.

Thanks, that's exactly what I'm talking about. Fitness is such a big deal today, the audience for GetnFit.com is absolutely HUGE! While I feel i personally know where and to whom to market the name, AI should be able to help.

Back to vanity plate ideas, i bought the domain UGADoc.com a few years ago because of what I know about the University of Georgia (UGA), and it's Mascot "UGA" (English Bulldog). When i first saw the name on a license plate I immediately thought it would be a veterinarian doc, however when I met the owner of the vanity plate it turned out that he was a psychologist who got his doc degree from the University of Georgia. When I realized there are tens of thousands of UGA Grads with doctoral degrees, i just knew I needed to own it.

Surprisingly it was never registered, so I bought it thinking I could market it to an UGA Doc Well, it never happened because I never got around to it, consequently I dropped it

I may register it again, if only I can find someone who can help get it in front of the right eyeballs.

 

[ThatNameGuy]

Just buy the right names, and you won't have to worry about getting them in front of people. They'll come find them all by themselves.

Oh Joe....i own plenty of good/right names, but without the exposure they deserve, they're pretty much worthless.

I've always known this, and the very reason I'll NEVER EVER give up

 

[Joe N]

Oh Joe....i own plenty of good/right names, but without the exposure they deserve, they're pretty much worthless.

I've always known this, and the very reason I'll NEVER EVER give up

Pro tip: If they need the "right exposure" to sell, they're probably not the right names.

 

[ThatNameGuy]

Pro tip: If they need the "right exposure" to sell, they're probably not the right names.

How do you know if they've never had the right exposure? Pro tip

 

[Joe N]

How do you know if they've never had the right exposure? Pro tip

Which pro said that?

You know because a good domain provides its own exposure.

 

[bmugford]

Oh Joe....i own plenty of good/right names, but without the exposure they deserve, they're pretty much worthless.

I've always known this, and the very reason I'll NEVER EVER give up

I sell many domains without any extra exposure or effort needed.

Most of my domains have clear uses and potential end users. They don't need some elaborate sales pitch.

You make this a lot harder than it has to be.

Brad

 

[ThatNameGuy]

Which pro said that?

You know because a good domain provides its own exposure.

Is that so? Is that why 90% plus of your domains never sell or even get offers? Just think how many more might sell "if" they had targeted exposure

 

[bmugford]

Is that so? Is that why 90% plus of your domains never sell or even get offers? Just think how many more might sell "if" they had targeted exposure

Isn't it amazing that you can sustain a domain investment business with such a low sell-through rate?

You can.

Essentially not making any sales, and only talking about all the stuff you are going to do for years is putting the cart before the horse.

You have to hit an average sell-through rate before you can improve from there.

Brad

 

[DrJacoby]

if only I can find someone who can help get it in front of the right eyeballs.

Haha, it used to be "a technical partner" that you needed, but now it's a marketing guy? You're world-class at finding excuses, Rich!

 

[Joe N]

Is that so? Is that why 90% plus of your domains never sell or even get offers? Just think how many more might sell "if" they had targeted exposure

The problem is that domain names serve a specific need that doesn't lend itself to a lot of impulse buys. You're imagining a pool of potential clients who are going to fall all over themselves to pay a premium for your hand registered names, but that pool doesn't exist.

Yes, you can be proactive by getting certain names in front of businesses/people who may want them as defensive purchases, or to promote specific products/services. The issue there is two-fold:

• You generally need to compromise on sale price for all but the best quality names.
• You need to invest more time for that smaller return.

You're overly focused on sell-through rate, when what you should be looking at is your ROI, as well as your earnings per hour.

With a sell-through rate of 1-2% per year, my average ROI is usually at least 300%. That's scalable (if you put in the time to increase your inventory with good names), and it comes with minimal time investment.

Shift your focus to optimizing your ROI. Once you have that nailed down, like Brad said, you'll be able to try some active sales strategies to increase sales volume. Your hourly rate will go down, but if you do it right (with the right names), then yes your sales will improve.

 

[ThatNameGuy]

The problem is that domain names serve a specific need that doesn't lend itself to a lot of impulse buys. You're imagining a pool of potential clients who are going to fall all over themselves to pay a premium for your hand registered names, but that pool doesn't exist.

Yes, you can be proactive by getting certain names in front of businesses/people who may want them as defensive purchases, or to promote specific products/services. The issue there is two-fold:

• You generally need to compromise on sale price for all but the best quality names.
• You need to invest more time for that smaller return.

You're overly focused on sell-through rate, when what you should be looking at is your ROI, as well as your earnings per hour.

With a sell-through rate of 1-2% per year, my average ROI is usually at least 300%. That's scalable (if you put in the time to increase your inventory with good names), and it comes with minimal time investment.

Shift your focus to optimizing your ROI. Once you have that nailed down, like Brad said, you'll be able to try some active sales strategies to increase sales volume. Your hourly rate will go down, but if you do it right (with the right names), then yes your sales will improve.

Joe, in all due respect I really don't care how you buy and sell domains. I'm sure you think I care but I really don't care. In some ways I'm a lot like our new President elect here in the US. He's a common sense pragmatist, and that's the way I am about the domain industry.

Let me tell you about 2 domains I recently bought;

1. FaithDomains.com - keep in mind I paid just $12 for this domain at GD. So why in the world would I buy this domain?
Now I'm sure you wouldn't buy it, but there are lots of reasons why I own it. First, it was continually registered from 2000 until I happened to pick it up in August right after it was dropped in July. Second, GD appraises it for $1,757 which means nothing to you, but may mean a lot to someone buying it for development or merely an investment. Third, the definition of the word "faith" is flattering to say the least....just look it up if you care. Fourth, understanding business like I do, Faith Domains can become a multi million dollar brokerage "if" developed to it's fullest potential.

2. LiberalStreet.com - i just bought this domain yesterday for FUN! Not necessarily for resale or development. Not so surprising I tend to buy a lot of domains for fun.

Regardless Joe, I find it very amusing but somewhat puzzling as to why you don't believe that someone (the right someone) can't turn Faith Domains into a multi million dollar business.

All you need is FAITH

 

[ThatNameGuy]

Isn't it amazing that you can sustain a domain investment business with such a low sell-through rate?

You can.

Essentially not making any sales, and only talking about all the stuff you are going to do for years is putting the cart before the horse.

You have to hit an average sell-through rate before you can improve from there.

Brad

"Essentially not making any sales"

Essentially LYING or even insinuating like this isn't against the rules here on NamePros. However, referring to you as an "expletive" for LYING is

Just like I told our friend Joe, you're both when it comes to teaching this progressive pup old tricks.

 

[bmugford]

"Essentially not making any sales"

Essentially LYING or even insinuating like this isn't against the rules here on NamePros. However, referring to you as an "expletive" for LYING is

Just like I told our friend Joe, you're both when it comes to teaching this progressive pup old tricks.

All your sales must be subject to NDA.

How many actual sales have you made?

It seems like everything involves some random nonsense, like supposed partnerships or whatever.

You have gone on many registration binges, in various extensions, only to let most of the domains expire.

Many of us have been buying and selling domains successfully for years.

People have given you good advice.

Sometimes it makes more sense to listen, than talk. Especially when you are dealing with far more successful people in the field.

2. LiberalStreet.com - i just bought this domain yesterday for FUN! Not necessarily for resale or development. Not so surprising I tend to buy a lot of domains for fun.

That's cool if you get enjoyment out of it.

However, that's not really a business. That's a hobby.

Brad