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Expert guides from the QuietClose team. Between our founders, we hold 1,300+ domain names personally — these guides are built from that experience, not from theory.

Acquisition Guide  ·  Essential Reading

How to Buy a Domain That's Already Taken

The most complete guide to acquiring a registered domain name. Covers identity protection, valuation, negotiation sequencing, and the escrow process — everything a buyer needs to know before making contact with a seller.

By Norman Kurta  ·  10 min read  ·  Updated March 2026
Valuation Framework

How to Value a Domain Name in 2026

The 5-factor scoring model we use on every acquisition. Build a defensible price range before you negotiate — and know when to walk away.

By Jordan Kurta  ·  8 min read
Specialist Guide

Acquiring .ai and .io Domains: The 2026 Specialist Guide

The .ai market has fundamentally repriced since 2022. What AI founders need to know — including why squatters are watching your funding announcements.

By Jordan Kurta  ·  12 min read
Negotiation

5 Negotiation Mistakes That Cost Buyers Thousands

After hundreds of acquisitions, we see the same errors repeat. Each is avoidable. Each is expensive. Here is what to do instead.

By Norman Kurta  ·  7 min read
Transfer Guide

How Domain Escrow Works: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Escrow is not optional above $2,000. Here is the complete step-by-step process, which services to use, what it costs, and how it protects you.

By Norman Kurta  ·  8 min read
Negotiation

What Is a Domain Squatter — And How to Beat Them

How to identify squatter types, what they actually charge, and the negotiation approaches that work in each case.

By Norman Kurta  ·  9 min read  ·  Updated 2026
Planning

How Long Does Domain Acquisition Take?

Fast deals: 7–14 days. Complex acquisitions: 30–90 days. What drives the timeline and how to speed it up.

By Norman Kurta  ·  7 min read  ·  Updated 2026
M&A & Legal

How to Buy a Competitor's Domain Name

M&A consolidation, IP strategy, and defensive branding — when it's legal and exactly how to approach it.

By Norman Kurta  ·  8 min read  ·  Updated 2026