The overview provides information about a domain name established in 1999, which remained under the same ownership without development for 17 years. Now, the owner is ready to sell it. The domain is highly sought-after, given similar sales like a singular version sold for $50,000 USD in 2015 and another related sale in 2014 fetched over $36,000 USD. Beyond the .com extension, the name is registered in over 25 country extensions, indicating its global appeal and recognition. Some of these countries include the UK, India, Canada, Sweden, China, and others, showcasing its wide recognition and potential for brand development across different markets.
The market for domains like this one is strong with a daily deals market valued at $4 billion and a growth rate of 15.9% from 2011 to 2016, partially driven by increased mobile internet connectivity. There is an opportunity for potential buyers to make an early offer via private message on a popular online marketplace, or by phone, bypassing the auction process. The sale emphasizes the rarity and valuable branding potential of the domain, suggesting that it could be off the market for a significant period once sold.
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Before making an offer
1. Look for verified sellers. Sellers should verify their email, phone, and government ID. When a seller has completed all verifications, we identify them with a checkmark like this:
2. Review financials. Financials are seller-provided inputs. Always ask for verified financials. Ask for a tax return or request access to their dashboard. if it’s an ecommerce store get a transaction report.
3. Review traffic. Sellers can grant you access to Google Analytics. Ask for read-only access to verify site traffic.
4. Schedule a call. Communication is key. The best way to find out more is to speak directly with the seller. For your protection, keep all communication within Flippa.
5. Make the offer on Flippa. We’re here to help. Flippa does not charge buyers and by making an offer on Flippa you’ll get access to our post-sales support team.