I'm not a Catholic, so quick disclaimer: the reference to a "Purgatory" does not intend to offend, nor is intentionally religious. Going by the definition of Purgatory: "A place or state of suffering inhabited by the souls of sinners who are expiating their sins before going to heaven." Very … [Read more...]
Liquid domains : The best deal might not be the fastest
November 20, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Domain liquidity is the ability to convert digital assets into currency, quickly and without much hassle. Whether this title applies to domains used as "coinage" for years, such as LLL .coms, brandables or dictionary domains, one thing really matters: getting the cash you need. Underselling … [Read more...]
Bidding on domain auctions? Better check that trademark first
October 10, 2015 by 4 Comments
Expired domain auctions constitute a large portion of a smart domain investor's focus. The main reason: domains are typically aged, and - in theory - belong to a pool of good domains that is running dryer with every new .com registration. Auction venues such as GoDaddy Auctions, Sedo, NameJet … [Read more...]
Greece : Capital controls and Escrow.com domain transactions
October 8, 2015 by 2 Comments
As a Greek investor and entrepreneur, a good portion of my domain portfolio is focused on Greek brands, names and geodomains. It's not easy to relay the true essence of the Greek society and entrepreneurship, without it being distorted by the media. One thing is certain: there is plenty of … [Read more...]
We are a start-up and can’t afford five figures
September 28, 2015 by 9 Comments
Every time I receive an inquiry for a domain name best suited for a start-up or a product, I face the same dilemma. Do I quote the maximum valuation price for the domain, or do I give them a break? This dilemma stems from a statement that is often part of the response to a quote: We are a … [Read more...]
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