My domain valuation methodology: Part 2 – As a Seller

When pricing domain names for sale, the old rule of "buy low, sell high" applies. So if you start off with a low acquisition cost, or even hand-registered a domain name, anything above that cost should be considered a fair selling price, right? Wrong. Allow me to explain why I don't share … [Read more...]

My domain valuation methodology: Part 1 – As a Buyer

I've no recollection of my first domain purchase but it probably happened on eBay, more than ten years ago. Back in those days, eBay held a higher reputation than today, even with non-tangible goods such as domain names. Since then, my domain acquisitions diversified and I've completely … [Read more...]

Domainers do have an option – will it be minisite or full-fledged web development?

It's really a shame seeing AEIOU.com pull out of the minisite business, simply because it appeared that the company - led by Rick Latona - had a streamlined process in place and many satisfied customers. The truth is, Rick's statement that "there is no money in web design" is incorrect. The … [Read more...]

The fallacy of anonymity: Cowards on the Net

I was in the second grade at school, when a 10 drachma coin dropped from the pocket of a girl that was chasing me in the playground. Girls chased me ever since because I was sweet towards them - hence, an easy prey. I picked up the coin, laughed at how she failed to catch me and gave it back to … [Read more...]