Domain name valuation is more art than science!

Like most things that are for sale, a domain name is worth whatever someone is willing to pay for it. But since sellers and buyers want to have some idea of where to begin negotiations, there are some factors and guidelines that they can consider.

Comparables

A good place to start is to take a look at recent sales of domain names as similar as possible to the one you are evaluating. One good place to do that is NameBio.com. I am not affiliated in any way with NameBio.com, but I like it because it is simple to use and it seems to be updated frequently. There are other sites that provide a list of recent domain sales, as well. Just be sure to use a dependable site because getting good comparables is an important part of domain name valuation.

Automated appraisals

I’m not a big fan of these services because all things considered, domain name evaluation can be very subjective. If someone really likes and wants a domain name, they will pay whatever they think it is worth to them if they can afford it.

Still, there are some factors you can consider

To be clear, nothing is written in stone. Some factors are pretty obvious but some are more opinion than anything else. So keep these things in mind as you do your domain name valuation.

Is it a .com, .net, .org, or something else?

Even with the new Top Level Domains (TLDs), the .com extension is still king. For example, “car.com” is worth more than “car.net.” However, good .org names are sought after by non-profit organizations and country-specific buyers look for good “country code” TLDs. This does not mean that other domain extensions have no value, but they are generally less valuable than the examples above. Again, take a look at past sales and get familiar with the current domain market, and remember, domain name valuation is more of an art than a science.

Does the name have keyword commercial value?

To use the “car” example again: “car.com,” “goodcars.com,” and “goodusedcars.com” all have excellent keyword commercial value. So if you are thinking of becoming a seller or buyer of domain names as a business, it’s always a good idea to do some research on keyword values.

Length of the domain name

Shorter is usually better than longer. But don’t be too rigid about this. What if you are a manufacturer of baseball caps and no other kinds of caps; would “caps.com” or “baseballcaps.com” be better? My choice would be “baseballcaps.com” for obvious reasons.

On the other hand, if you are in the domain name business, and you can buy a 3 letter domain name at a good price, you probably should simply because they are rare and in demand. Again, domain name valuation has no exact rules so learn as much as you can and use your best judgment.

The Radio Test

This is a little common sense test. If someone heard the domain name on the radio, would it be absolutely clear to the listener so that if they typed it into a Web browser they would get it right? For example, if the listener heard the domain name “hearhere.com” there would be a problem. You might want to factor this into your domain name valuation.

What is your purpose?

Before you begin the process of domain name valuation, you should be clear about your purpose. Are you looking for a good name for your existing business or for a new business venture? Or do want to invest in the profitable domain name business? Either way, do your domain name valuation and then make a decision. And while you’re here, take a look at my domain names—I think they are really good and if you have looked at other sites, I think you will agree.

MacsDomains.com = “Good names—great prices!”

Hello,

My name is Mac McKinley and I sell domain names—but not just any domain names. I sell good domain names, only.

There are millions of domain names for sale. The problem is that far too many of them are worthless. In fact, that may be why you are here—you’re looking for a truly good name.

Need a good Web address for a new online project?

If you want a domain name for a new online project, a new website, and you want it to be successful, then you need a good domain name. Trust me, not just any name will do. The name you choose is very important and it should be your first serious investment.

Speaking of investments …

Good premium domain names have become so valuable that they are traded like real estate. Many have been purchased for millions of dollars and countless more are bought every day for tens of thousands of dollars each. This is because of the high-demand and the ever-shrinking inventory of really good names.

So if you want to invest in domain names you should consider good domains exclusively. That is where the value is.

Take a look at my domain name list

Take your time and browse the names. Compared to the big auction sites, my inventory is quite small. I’m just not interested in listing thousands of domain names, most of which would not serve my customers well. But while I don’t list many, the ones I choose to list are valuable.

If you have any questions or comments, don’t hesitate to contact me.

Premium Domains Are Valuable Assets!

Good easy-to-remember, keyword domain names help drive traffic to a website. That is one reason they are such valuable assets. And because good domains have become scarce, their value keeps going up.

They are called Premium Domains.

Some basic reasons why a premium domain can be valuable to you:

SEO (Search Engine Optimization)

Good SEO is one of the basic factors that drives traffic to a website and a premium domain name is a good start to having a website search engine optimized. Search engines like Google look at things like words that are more often searched for in particular categories. They are called keywords. It is a fact that keyword domains have more online marketing power than non-keyword domains.

Good search engine placement can be one of the best investments you make. You can get traffic to your website at a fraction of the cost you would pay for ads. A good keyword domain and good content are a powerful combination on the Internet.

Easy-to-remember keyword names that make sense

If you are like most of us, you already know how important an easy-to-remember website name is. They are simply easy to remember so we remember them. If they are catchy that is even better.

Brand Value

If you find a domain name with good brand value it may be worth buying as an investment even if you don’t plan on using it for your own project. Or if it is a domain that someone else could use to compete with you, you may want to buy it to prevent them from getting it.

Premium domain names are like valuable Real Estate

An age old rule in Real Estate is “Location, location, location.” The same rule absolutely applies on the Internet. On the Internet the most valuable location is on or near the first page of search results.

While Google, Bing, and other search engines change their algorithms from time to time, the value of premium domain names keeps rising. Make no mistake about it: As more businesses discover this truth and more businesses come online looking for good domain names, good premium domains are ever-harder to find and, therefore, become more valuable.

Your comments and questions are welcome.

Good Domain Names Are Valuable

The domain names marketplace is huge. Since the inception of the Internet millions of domain names have been registered. As more people use the Internet the demand for names continues to grow and it becomes harder every day to find good names. Make no mistake about it: Not just any domain name will do.

What makes a good domain name?

Keywords

A keyword is a word or phrase that is often searched for on search engines. Or it can be a word or phrase that is distinct to someone’s business or other interest even if it is not searched for often. In other words, it should either be relatively popular or specifically useful.

Short, memorable, and maybe catchy—with exceptions

Generally, short domain names are better, simply because they are easier to remember. Also, sometimes a catchy name can be more memorable than a plain common name. But it would be a mistake to be too strict about this. For example, the name “BestForexStrategies.com” is neither short nor catchy, yet it is an excellent keyword-rich domain name that is both descriptive and memorable. “Forex” is a keyword and investors in the Foreign Exchange Market (FOREX) are always looking for the best strategies.

The truth is: Choosing a good domain name is more of an art than a science and many factors should be considered in choosing one.

MacsDomains.com sells only premium domain names

Compared to the big auctions sites my inventory of names is quite small. I'm just not interested in listing thousands of domain names of which most are virtually worthless. Instead, I offer only high-quality names that make sense.

Whether you are looking for a targeted keyword name for your business or you want to invest in good premium domain names, be sure to take a look at MacsDomains.

Really good domain names for sale that make sense. Great prices – great for an online project and they are an excellent investment. Most are keyword-rich. Why settle for less?

(Click on a name for more information.)

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I Specialize In Good Domain Names

I created MacsDomains.com to provide good domain names, only.

If you have been searching for really good domain names you know how scarce they are. It seems like the really good ones are taken and that you will have to settle for something less than you had in mind. But there is a big problem with that. Settling for a not-so-good domain name simply will not do you much good. It would be like a major league baseball player using a whiffle bat. If you want to hit some home runs, you need a good bat. And if you are serious about being successful on the Internet, you need a good domain name.

Whether you want a domain name for a new website project or you are looking for domain names as a good investment, you are in the right place. You can browse the names here.

It's all in the name — the name is the key!

A domain name, which is also known as an Internet or Web address, can be a valuable asset. In fact, really good domain names have become so valuable that they are traded like real estate properties. So whether you want to own a domain name for a website you want to launch or as an investment, it is very important that you choose a good one. And when it comes to domain names it really is all in the name.

There some pretty bad names for sale!

The truth is, there are a lot of really terrible domain names for sale. For example, it is common to see a name like "domaaain.com" which is a misspelling of the word "domain." I recently saw a similar name for sale for $3000. You see, the name "domain.com" was purchased a long time ago. So was domain.net, domain.info, etc. So domain.com and the other variations are extremely valuable now and I guess those people who are trying to sell misspelled look-a-likes must think that no one will notice that they are misspelled. Frankly, I don't know anyone foolish enough to buy one of them. I could fill pages with other really bad domain names.

By the way ...

I have three names that are available with the keywords "domain name(s)." And they are not misspelled! Here are the links: My-DomainNames.com, iDomain-Names.com, iDomainName.co

What are good domain names, exactly?

Good Domain Names often have a very clear meaning, which gives them value. Some are also valuable because they contain valuable keywords. Keywords are words that people most often use to look up things on search engines. The more often people use these keywords in searches, the more valuable the keywords become.

There are other things to consider as well. Short, catchy, high-value keyword domain names are generally more valuable than longer names. But there are exceptions to this. Sometimes a longer name is more descriptive and can be quite valuable. So it takes some common sense when evaluating or choosing a domain name.

Another important factor is whether the domain name is easy to remember. I know that should be obvious, but it is amazing how many people seem to overlook it. Trust me, easy-to-remember is important.

There are millions of domain names for sale. But truth be told, most of them have little real value. The old adage "You get what you pay for." is definitely true when it comes to domain names. A really good domain name is just that—really good!

You can see what good domain names look like here.