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PM me for a Domain Sellers License!

Seriously even it's not a govt. issued license it's still a viable business idea.
If brokers are reported to DNBA.org then they lose their license, so it may be of value.
 
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A broker's organization is one thing, and I agree there is a business in there somewhere. But, using the term "license" may run people into some trouble. The dictionary definition and commonly accepted use of license would tend to imply government sanction. Laws in different countries and locales could even outright preclude the use of the term in the private arena?

Verified, registered, affiliated, certified would all seem to be terms with less baggage and more precise meanings. But, I would certainly be open to the possibility that "license(d)" may be useable - I'd have to see some homework and practical examples on that though.
 

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:eek::eek:
Seriously even it's not a govt. issued license it's still a viable business idea.
If brokers are reported to DNBA.org then they lose their license, so it may be of value.
 

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I have an international driver's license. Does that count?

All jokes aside, I think it's a good idea if it could be regulated in some way.
 
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Basic rules as Domain Name Broker:

1. Keep in mind at all times that a domain owner has absolute right to set whatever price he pleases for his domain, whether is fits your idea of its value or not is irrelevant.

2. Do not let any reply from a domain owner whose domain you are trying to negotiate a purchase of annoy you, no matter if it appears irrational or stupid.
 

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If I ask a real estate agent to sell my house the process of pricing would be a big part of the process.
The agent at that point would pull out the comparables, to show me what similar homes in the area have been selling for, and make a recommendation as to what the listing price should be and what marketing strategies should be in play etc.
If the "market" says my home is only worth $400,000 and I want $500,000 then the agent has to either...
>>>convince me that I am priced high..

>>>take the listing because, what the heck...it is a listing

>>or walk away.

With pricing it doesn't matter that you NEED $500,000 for your home so you can get another home you want, as has been said a billion times here and elsewhere....the market ALWAYS determines value.

If you have a reputable and experienced domain broker that markets your domain like it isn't just another name in the pile and works WITH you to determine pricing and marketing strategies...I think those are going to be important thing that I would be looking for.


(Understand this is from someone who has never used a domain broker but bought and sold more than a few homes...)
 

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Dude, perhaps you do or do not know all the ins and outs and legalities.

Lets say for one moment that many reading this dribble don't

Before you or any one else goes about dealing with a "licensed broker", there better be a clear cut definition and documentation to back that claim.

Otherwise, if you don't want comments then either close the thread to invitees only or somehow figure out a way or a system to get the answers you only like or agree with.


this thread has nothing to do with DNBA. Someone made a comment about my signature.

i made the comment because your post directly reflects on your ability to qualify as a broker

many get suckered into scheme's by others from the vague but purposely placed keywords in their post.

now i'm "not" saying you are scheming, but i do raise questions or offer to give advice based on your post and your sig.

whereas you allude to "domains for a client" in your op, and then go on to tell how you replied to sellers based on their responses, and in the end how you choose to be a "dick".

now when i read your sig, i think...what the hell is a licensed broker.

because none of the persons who have brokered domains have ever noted that they were or had been licensed, certified, or verified.

and if they were, by whom were they given such sanctions or notoriety?

so the point is

if you are allowed to perpetrate that you are in some way associated with some association that has some authority to license and govern the jurisdiction and adherence to some bylaws, that these "licensed brokers" are sworn to adhere to.....then please be very transparent about that.

otherwise it is very misleading to even imply that such a body or group exists over and above, another group of independant domainers who have real broker experience.

by asserting this, it gives an impression to the impressionable, that you or your group of licensed brokers can provide assurities, that others cannot.

when in fact, others that really know better, know this is not true.


now, if you have real experience in brokering domains and have a real desire to establish such a group, then i suggest that you start by illustrating in your posts that you are qualified to handle a negotiation without getting emotional or at least without posting how you responded based on your emotions.


as that is a negative portrayal of how you could potentially handle business for me and others.


don't take this as a persoanl attack, but anyone who posts here and makes any type of claim, whether explicit or implied...may be subject/subjected to cross-examination, questioning or issue raising, depending on who reads their thread.


imo...
 

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so im trying to build up a list of domains for a client and i requested a price from a domain owner. The name isnt that strong (•••me.com) the seller has the nerve to ask for 25k. his first reply is this:

me: how much are you selling ***me.com for?

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Thank you for the e-mail.

The domain was appraised at $25,000

We are accepting offers.

Thanks

Jim
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me: appraised by who?
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It was appraised by 2 different domain appraisal companies.

We will provide all the documentation at closing.

Jim
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I just want to call this guy out on his BS. My god, does this guy think im an idiot? And who needs to see an appraisal after the closing?

Back to his initial comment.

The buyer agent asked him how much was he "selling" ???.com for?

First point, maybe you should have asked -
How much are you asking for ???.com ?

Side point, some IP lawyers will ask how much are you selling a particular domain for. They are not saying they want to buy the domain. They just want you to quote a price. Bang - bad faith.

When I get an initial email from someone that obviously is a domainer making a mass mailing, I know it is a waste of time.
(How do I know they are making a mass mailing? I have a couple different company names and different email addresses. And, I get a couple emails from them.)

Sometimes, I play with these amateur domainers. It doesn't take long to frustrate them.

As a general rule, domainers are lowballers.

I speculate that DNBA only wants to pay $ 50 to $ 250. for this particular domain. The seller wants $ xx,xxx. or maybe $ x,xxx. If this domainer was an enduser (generalized term), the buyer might be willing to pay a "more fair" price.

If a professional domainer owns a quality domain, he has probably received a lot of amateur inquiries over the years. After time, he can tell the difference between a time waster and a sincere buyer.

A "professional" broker would try to establish an open, receptive dialogue. Rather than being confrontational.

If you really want to see a professional broker in action, hire Monte to acquire a domain for you.
 
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