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Domain Name Flipping
Buy promising domain names at registration price and sell them for a profit.
online businessIntermediate$100 - $10,000/deal
Overview
Domain flipping involves purchasing domain names that have potential value and reselling them at a higher price. Some domain names have sold for millions, and many sell regularly for hundreds to thousands of dollars.
How to Get Started
- 1Study domain valuation principles (length, keywords, extension)
- 2Research trending industries and potential brand names
- 3Register domains through GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Google Domains
- 4List domains for sale on Sedo, Afternic, or Dan.com
- 5Be prepared to hold domains for months or years
Pros
- Low cost per domain ($10-15)
- Can be very profitable
- Passive once listed
- Part-time friendly
Cons
- Annual renewal fees
- Many domains do not sell
- Requires market research
- Patience needed
Recommended Tools & Platforms
GoDaddyNamecheapSedoDan.comEstiBot (valuation)
Pro Tip
Focus on short, brandable .com domains rather than keyword-heavy ones. AI, crypto, and health-related domains are currently in high demand.
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