I've been using Fabulous as one of my trusted domain registrars, thanks to the great work and persona of Mike Robertson, who worked there until a few years ago. Over the course of several years, I've retained Fabulous thanks to their strong domain management back-end, two factor authentication … [Read more...]
Domain sales : Dealing with cranky buyers
November 23, 2016 by 5 Comments
Domain sales platforms, such as the Uniregistry Market that I use, offer sellers and buyers the ability to communicate directly. Whether that is done via a broker, or in person, the experience of dealing with a potential buyer can vary tremendously. The only constant is you, the … [Read more...]
Domains and Escrow.com : It’s been 14 years already!
November 11, 2016 by 3 Comments
This weekend marks the 14th anniversary of my first encounter with domain escrow services provider, Escrow.com. The sale was that of the domain Quintet.net, a hand registration that I sold for low $xxx; before that, using PayPal or wire/check/CC payments were the primary methods. Its buyer, … [Read more...]
Domain auctions : If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again
November 10, 2016 by 2 Comments
As an active domain investor, I maximize my domain portfolio's potential by offering it on select domain auction venues. In recent months, a small, hand-curated group of domains has been auctioned at NameJet, a venue that I've been using since 2007. What's interesting about these auctions, is … [Read more...]
From Snapchat to Snap : Not a great rebranding idea
September 30, 2016 by 16 Comments
The recent rebranding of Snapchat to Snap, and the assorted "upgrade" of the corporate domain to Snap.com, generated positive commentary in the domain community. Going from Snapchat.com to Snap.com might seem like an upgrade at first. But in my opinion, it's a brand downgrade. Old school … [Read more...]
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