Should I buy this domain??

Discussion in 'Domain Names' started by newbie191, Jul 26, 2009.

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  1. #1
    I am planning to buy an expired domain name.
    A total of 291 pages indexed on google point to that domain.
    It has 47 Yahoo back links.
    BUT
    It has been expired for over a year.
    How do I know if it is getting any traffic?
    I am planning to park it at adsense for domains.
    Looking to make money by just parking it.
    Is it a good idea???
     
    newbie191, Jul 26, 2009 IP
  2. mjewel

    mjewel Prominent Member

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    There is no way to know traffic on an expired domain a year old - there is no site. I wouldn't buy it unless it is a site you want to develop. 47 yahoo backlinks isn't very many.
     
    mjewel, Jul 26, 2009 IP
  3. sandeepdude

    sandeepdude Well-Known Member

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    Are you talking about a dropped domain?
     
    sandeepdude, Jul 26, 2009 IP
  4. newbie191

    newbie191 Notable Member

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    The domain name belongs to a manufacturing firm in china.
    The firm left its business but its website is listed on dozens of Importers Exporters directories around the world.
    Do you think it is a good reason to assume that this domain must have traffic??
     
    newbie191, Jul 26, 2009 IP
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    newbie191 Notable Member

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    Is there a differance between expired and dropped???
     
    newbie191, Jul 26, 2009 IP
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    dcristo Illustrious Member

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    Save your money IMO. Expired and dropped is the same thing.
     
    dcristo, Jul 26, 2009 IP
  7. sandeepdude

    sandeepdude Well-Known Member

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    Expired domains can be back ordered at the same registrar itself.It retains the Age.

    But dropped domains can be registered anywhere.but they do not retain their Age..

    Regards,
    Sandeep
     
    sandeepdude, Jul 26, 2009 IP
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    mjewel Prominent Member

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    Directory listings are a dime a dozen and 99% generate no significant, if any, traffic. I personally would pass on the domain.
     
    mjewel, Jul 26, 2009 IP