I want to buy a domain name already owned. How do I do it?

[kdub1777]

I would like to look into buying a domain name already owned and registered by someone else. How do I go about finding the contact info and possibly try to buy the domain name?

[Lukas]

Whois.net - Domain Names <- Look up the site, then contact the owner. If it is a private registration, you could contact a domain negotiator.

~Lukas

[kdub1777]

Thanks. Do you recommend any negotiators?

[Lukas]

Sorry, I have never actually talked to one, but I'm sure you could find a new ones with a Google search or two.

[kdub1777]

Thank you Lukas!!

[Lukas]

No problem. After you get the owners info, just send him an e-mail or something.

[azance]

GoDaddy will do it for you but it is really expensive. It's like $70 upfront, plus like 10% of the total purchase price as well.

[Lukas]

GoDaddy will do it for you but it is really expensive. It's like $70 upfront, plus like 10% of the total purchase price as well.

Don't use GoDaddy for ANYTHING except registering un-registered domains.

[myfayt]

If the website is register and has no content on it, you can usually get it dirt cheap, however if there is content on it, it can cost thousands to a hundreds of thousands depending on if the person wants to sell and how much.

[kdub1777]

I am in the process of trying to contact the owner. After I do and IF we can negotiate a price, what do I do next?

How do I handle the transaction? Do I need to draft up a contract and have a certain date/time where the website is handed over, etc.? How do I transfer registration?

Thanks again

[Lukas]

I'm not exactly sure on that, though I don't think a contract is needed.

[kdub1777]

Is there a way to get an appraisal of the domain name in question?

Any legit websites out there that would be close on the price?