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Domain Name Brokers

Often, newcomers to domaining might not have the time, resources or experience required for successful domain trading. In many instances these newcomers might find the services of domain name brokers useful.


In general domain name brokers offer domain name listing, promotion, acquiring, selling and negotiating services on your behalf. This is often a useful service to make use of and great deals are often brokers through them.


Many domain brokering services do not charge upfront fees for their services and work on commission only.

 

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Tips on Finding the Right Broker

 

If you do decide to make use of the services of domain brokers, I want to provide the following tips on deciding upon the best broker to use.


1. Always ensure that the broker specializes in domain brokering, and that this is not simply an ‘additional’ service offered by them.


2. The broker should have knowledge and experience in the field of the domain name.


3. Request a list of recent successful domains brokered.


4. Request a quotation upfront. Make sure there are no hidden or additional fees charged by them. Make sure that the commission fee is acceptable.


5. Determine whether you can use the services of another broker as well for the same domain(s).

 

Recommended Broker Services

 

Sedo.com
From brokerage to appraisals and transfers, Sedo takes care of the nitty gritty work of selling your domain.


ImpressiveDomains.com
Impressive Domains goes beyond “list and hope” with an active team of marketers and experts in domain name negotiation.


BusinessBroker.net
If you’re selling an established domain, you’re selling more than just a name–you’re selling a business. Enlist the help of this expert business broker for the best results.


Website Auction Hub
Use Website Auction Hub’s broker service to get the most money out of your transaction and preserve your identity at the same time.


iMerge Advisors
For small to mid-market domain businesses, iMerge Advisors offers expert brokerage services.


GreatDomains.com


WebsiteBroker.com


In addition to these resources, you will also find quality broker services being advertised on DNforum.com in the Domain Brokerage section of the forum.


 

Additional Reading

 

Should I use an e-Business broker?


Read this article to determine whether a broker is right for you or not.


http://www.votanweb.com/content/show/8

Selling your name via a broker


Check out this guide to using a broker from Internet Gold Rush.


http://www.igoldrush.com/sell3.htm

 


Working with a broker when you buy or sell ecommerce websites
Learn about how a broker can help you improve your domain sale in this article.


http://www.votanweb.com/content/show/12