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ccTLDs – NOT for Everyone

Posted on 12 November 2010 by Andrei

Nobody can deny the fact that as far as most countries are concerned, their ccTLD tends to be the #1 choice for local businesses but does this mean that investing in ccTLDs is worth it? In my opinion, ccTLDs as an investment are not a great choice for the average domainer and here’s why:

Liquidity, Liquidity, Liquidity

If you own NNN dot coms, LLL dot coms or CVCV dot coms, you’re probably well aware of the fact that liquidating such domains or portfolios is not hard at all. Sure, you can buy and hold but it’s nice to know that in case you will need additional capital, you have assets that you can liquidate for a fairly predictable amount.

Other great .com domains are also easy to liquidate but the market value of such a domain is not as easy to determine. Regardless, you at least know that you have an asset that lots of others domainers want and would buy at the right price.

Now as far as ccTLDs are concerned, there isn’t a strong reseller market in most cases and for this reason, holding on to a very large portfolio will be tricky. You’ll own domains that have end user potential but will have to understand that liquidating your portfolio will not exactly be a piece of cake.

How Deep Are Your Pockets?

Everyone would obviously prefer to make money through end user sales exclusively but most people can’t afford to play the buy and hold game and if that’s the case as far as you are concerned, you’re better off focusing on domains which can be liquidated easier should you need or want to.

Fortunes will be made through ccTLD investments but, unfortunately, not everyone is in a great position to take advantage of the ccTLD opportunities that are right in front of them now.

9 Comments For This Post

  1. DomainS Says:

    Local domains will remain a jackpot for professionals who can develop them, and then trade… great post.

  2. Ken Says:

    “there isn’t a strong reseller market in most cases”… true. a lot of cctlds are available but it requires much effort, patience, and persistence should one venture into their local business sector.

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