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.
Valuation FrameworkHow 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.
Specialist GuideAcquiring .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.
Negotiation5 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.
Transfer GuideHow 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.
NegotiationWhat 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.
PlanningHow 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.
M&A & LegalHow 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.