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JOHN RODRIGUEZ commented on January 5, 2008 at 8:45 pm
Too many people don’t talk about the dangers of trademark infringement. I’m glad that you brought this up in your first post.
The method of finding domain names that you teach in Domains in to Dollars is so much safer than going after trademark terms or looking for typo traffic. Watching the your course was a real “eye opening” moment for me. I have purchased several domains that are already giving me a pretty good ROI.
Great post Phil. Following those instructions will help you build a portfolio that pays for itself, produces revenue, and has great appreciation potential.
It seems as slow as molasses when you are just starting out, but revenue you derive from type-ins is some of the most solid, long-term cash-flow you can generate. Get it up to $100/day and it’ll probably last (and grow) your whole life.
Also, great comments about the typos. These domains are good for one thing only, and that’s traffic. Typo domains almost never appreciate because they aren’t brandable. And the only typos even worth considering are typos of generic terms like Liptsick.com.
You need to be VERY careful of domains and typos on dropped and expired lists since so many are either existing businesses, or are trademarked. Much better (and safer) to use the techniques you outlined in the course.
Phil,
I love the new blog! I recently sold 2 domains on Sedo of $250 each and thought this was awesome since these were my largest sales since I have been trying my hand at domaining.
I also noticed you have a link for Niche Video Site Builder on the blog. I was wondering what you thought about the income potential of the new video sites for web development?
Thanks for the informative blog Phil, looks like you are off to a good start. I found the video very interesting… and look forward to many more.
john mazzara commented on January 5, 2008 at 9:52 pm
Hi Phil,
Thanks for putting together an excellent blog. I didn’t realize you were at TRAFFIC in Miami. I was there too. I thought it was great. What a tremendous show-I feel every domainer should attend at least one show and feel the electricity in the air.
When I got back, I had an email in my box from the fasterwebmaster advertising your product. I bought it and was EXTREMELY pleased. I thought you did a great job of condensing a lot of the stuff I learned at the show with your videos. You have a great product-thank you.
I also talked to Mickey about his domain name-pressreleases.com out by the pool when we had snacks. Interesting guy.
I’m looking forward to this blog.
Andre Arnett commented on January 5, 2008 at 9:57 pm
Hey Phil,
Great stuff with info for a newbie like me that I was not aware of. Looking forward to reading more post and I hope others get a chance to read this. Keep it up.
I’ve been collecting domain names for awhile but it wasn’t until I took your “Domains Into Dollars” course that I’m able to take a more practical and focused approach to domaining. This post, “3 Common Mistakes” is definitely helpful for me. Looking forward to more posts,
Hi,Phil !
First I have to say that I like your style how you teach domaining. I´m a member of Domain into Dollars and to me it`s a very honest course, telling what to do and what someone should not do. So I´m from europe but would be great if I could meet you, maybe at a seminar in the future.
TIm Brownlaw commented on January 6, 2008 at 1:13 am
Hi Phil,
I’ve also been picking up domain names along the way in the hope of turning them into useful websites.
So they’ve been flapping in the breeze waiting for me to do something with them.
Now I can, with all the information in your Domains Into Dollars course, get them doing something in the meantime.
I’m starting out small, but the main thing is I have started and with you guiding myself and others in this exciting area of domaining, only good things can happen.
I’m looking forward to your next posts.
All the best.
Tim
Sunita Pandit commented on January 6, 2008 at 2:17 am
Dear Phil,
Thanks for the blog as it is a quick way to stay in touch and keep up in the information overload age!
I am a newbie to the domain business and I appreciate you taking this effort with a blog.
Sunita
Interesting video - extremely tempting to move into virtual real estate and out of physical real estate!
On your Blog - thanks for the tips. I was unaware of “testing & tasting” - food for thought.
Even as a complete novice at domaining, I was aware of trademark infringement, but, not about the “taster” facility. I second the question asking for a recommendation as to who provides tasting?
Nigel.
Rick commented on January 6, 2008 at 2:49 pm
Glad to see a blog tied into your course Phil.
I’m a “newbie” as well and only had a few sites until recently.
As for those posts asking where they can test and taste, I recommend you buy Phil’s ecourse. ALL the info is included and much more. Just follow the well explained steps and YOU’RE ON YOUR WAY!
I have to agree with Rick. Get the course, and you’ll be fired up to really dive into this business. It’s as clear-cut a course as you’ll ever see.
Robert commented on February 1, 2008 at 1:17 am
I too agree w/ Rick & Billy. Get the course, it’s really well worth the money.
I bought some courses on how to make money online - Phil’s DIDs is the only one that actually made me money!
(I put in a LOT of hours so far and haven’t made a lot, but it’s profitable and my profit margins are growing monthly).
Brian Page commented on February 7, 2008 at 11:52 am
Most folks have summed up my thoughts. Can you put in your resource section for members, links to sites about trade marks and maybe there’s one you can search Domain names at to see if its trade marked? Also would be interested to see a video about best low cost ways to drive traffic to a site or parking page.
Too many people don’t talk about the dangers of trademark infringement. I’m glad that you brought this up in your first post.
The method of finding domain names that you teach in Domains in to Dollars is so much safer than going after trademark terms or looking for typo traffic. Watching the your course was a real “eye opening” moment for me. I have purchased several domains that are already giving me a pretty good ROI.
Great post Phil. Following those instructions will help you build a portfolio that pays for itself, produces revenue, and has great appreciation potential.
It seems as slow as molasses when you are just starting out, but revenue you derive from type-ins is some of the most solid, long-term cash-flow you can generate. Get it up to $100/day and it’ll probably last (and grow) your whole life.
Also, great comments about the typos. These domains are good for one thing only, and that’s traffic. Typo domains almost never appreciate because they aren’t brandable. And the only typos even worth considering are typos of generic terms like Liptsick.com.
You need to be VERY careful of domains and typos on dropped and expired lists since so many are either existing businesses, or are trademarked. Much better (and safer) to use the techniques you outlined in the course.
Jonathan
Phil,
I love the new blog! I recently sold 2 domains on Sedo of $250 each and thought this was awesome since these were my largest sales since I have been trying my hand at domaining.
I also noticed you have a link for Niche Video Site Builder on the blog. I was wondering what you thought about the income potential of the new video sites for web development?
Thanks for the informative blog Phil, looks like you are off to a good start. I found the video very interesting… and look forward to many more.
Hi Phil,
Thanks for putting together an excellent blog. I didn’t realize you were at TRAFFIC in Miami. I was there too. I thought it was great. What a tremendous show-I feel every domainer should attend at least one show and feel the electricity in the air.
When I got back, I had an email in my box from the fasterwebmaster advertising your product. I bought it and was EXTREMELY pleased. I thought you did a great job of condensing a lot of the stuff I learned at the show with your videos. You have a great product-thank you.
I also talked to Mickey about his domain name-pressreleases.com out by the pool when we had snacks. Interesting guy.
I’m looking forward to this blog.
Hey Phil,
Great stuff with info for a newbie like me that I was not aware of. Looking forward to reading more post and I hope others get a chance to read this. Keep it up.
Andre Arnett
I’m not sure of this, but if Niche Video Site Builder picks up YouTube and Google videos it might be against Google TOS.
Does anyone know?
Congrats on the new blog Phil!
I’ve been collecting domain names for awhile but it wasn’t until I took your “Domains Into Dollars” course that I’m able to take a more practical and focused approach to domaining. This post, “3 Common Mistakes” is definitely helpful for me. Looking forward to more posts,
nDee
P.S. I appreciated the video with Mickie
Hi Phil,
Great Post. Clear and Sensible
I am about half way through your course…so now I must finish it.
Cool idea about the ten comments before you do the next post!
Great article, Phil! Which registrars with reasonable policies for domain tasting do you recommend?
Hi,Phil !
First I have to say that I like your style how you teach domaining. I´m a member of Domain into Dollars and to me it`s a very honest course, telling what to do and what someone should not do. So I´m from europe but would be great if I could meet you, maybe at a seminar in the future.
Hi Phil,
I’ve also been picking up domain names along the way in the hope of turning them into useful websites.
So they’ve been flapping in the breeze waiting for me to do something with them.
Now I can, with all the information in your Domains Into Dollars course, get them doing something in the meantime.
I’m starting out small, but the main thing is I have started and with you guiding myself and others in this exciting area of domaining, only good things can happen.
I’m looking forward to your next posts.
All the best.
Tim
Dear Phil,
Thanks for the blog as it is a quick way to stay in touch and keep up in the information overload age!
I am a newbie to the domain business and I appreciate you taking this effort with a blog.
Sunita
Hi Phil
Interesting video - extremely tempting to move into virtual real estate and out of physical real estate!
On your Blog - thanks for the tips. I was unaware of “testing & tasting” - food for thought.
kind regards from Australia
Nadine
Even as a complete novice at domaining, I was aware of trademark infringement, but, not about the “taster” facility. I second the question asking for a recommendation as to who provides tasting?
Nigel.
Glad to see a blog tied into your course Phil.
I’m a “newbie” as well and only had a few sites until recently.
As for those posts asking where they can test and taste, I recommend you buy Phil’s ecourse. ALL the info is included and much more. Just follow the well explained steps and YOU’RE ON YOUR WAY!
I have to agree with Rick. Get the course, and you’ll be fired up to really dive into this business. It’s as clear-cut a course as you’ll ever see.
I too agree w/ Rick & Billy. Get the course, it’s really well worth the money.
I bought some courses on how to make money online - Phil’s DIDs is the only one that actually made me money!
(I put in a LOT of hours so far and haven’t made a lot, but it’s profitable and my profit margins are growing monthly).
Most folks have summed up my thoughts. Can you put in your resource section for members, links to sites about trade marks and maybe there’s one you can search Domain names at to see if its trade marked? Also would be interested to see a video about best low cost ways to drive traffic to a site or parking page.
Keep up the good work its very much appreciated.