domain names?

Discussion in 'General Business' started by PinkMisfit, Jun 14, 2007.

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    I see people selling domain names and some go for so much. Why are the domains worth so much?
     
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  2. 8everything

    8everything Peon

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    It depends.. sometimes they are:
    - VERY brand able
    - have high popular keywords (this is for SEO purposes) and a domain with these keywords and help achieve high ranking in search engines
    - short domains, these are worth a lot simply because they are easy to remember and they're also rare
    - sometimes the domain has a high PR, this is good if you want to establish and and sell links off it
    - aged domain, because google "trusts" them more, again, for seo properties
     
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    login Notable Member

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    The short answer would be because people are willing to pay so much :)
     
    login, Jun 14, 2007 IP
  4. PinkMisfit

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    okay so if i post domains could you tell me what they are worth?

    chat-detectives.com
    chatdetectives.com
    devoted-daters.com
    c-r-i-m-e.org
     
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    Well, I think there is no hard and fast rule as to the worth of the domain name. It is really something very subjective and depends solely on the perceived idea of the buyer.

    The domain names with a lot of dashes would be worth much less than those which are shorter and with dictionary word and can be easily remembered or typed.

    Basically, it is like how much trademarks or brand name are worth. How much would you buy for the 'Google' brand name as opposed to getting a 'Zqoumh' brand name ?
     
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    Domains are sold but it is not easy don't forget everyday nearly 30000 domains are dropping , but when we talk about whyare they sold , they are unique , you can only have one business.com , one sex.com and so.
    Your domains did not triggered anything for me but you can ask at the appraisal section of the forum , too.
     
    zangief, Jun 15, 2007 IP