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Domains Sold by Corg

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Domains Sold by Corg

bkhc.com 1/3/2014

qivo.com Dec. 27, 2013 vhhi.com Dec. 17, 2013 dwtd.com Oct. 30, 2013 dtpm.com Oct. 14, 2013

bnto.com Aug 29, 2013 dphr.com July 2, 2013 mlxc.com June 13, 2013 fbdd.com June 3, 2013 iQoS.com April 5, 2013

tndm.com July 27, 2012 nmyc.com July 23, 2012 bnkr.com June 5, 2012 bagr.com May 10, 2012 arinna.com April 23, 2012

bntf.com Feb 23, 2012 supr.com Dec/15/2011

ofeve.com Feb 16, 2011

flda.com Dec/7/2010

mmne.com Dec/2/2010

xhhh.com Oct/1/2010

hhho.com Oct/1/2010

iqool.com 11/18/2009

drgt.com Oct/09/09

RHSF.com 9/3/2009

aimi.com 12-Jan-09

gdfb.com 8-Dec-08

pskr.com 26-Nov-08

BGLF.COM 8-Oct-08

eiro.com 26-Sep-08

vdhe.com 17-Jan-08

Tuun.com 12-Sep-07

vmrh.com 4-Sep-07

MHHH.com 25-Apr-07

Portfolio Performance and Market Insights

This sales history demonstrates several key patterns in the domain aftermarket:

Four-Letter .com Demand

The majority of sales in this portfolio are four-letter .com domains (also known as LLLL.com or 4L domains). These domains represent a scarce asset class — there are only 456,976 possible four-letter .com combinations, and a significant percentage are already registered. Premium four-letter domains with pronounceable combinations or dictionary-adjacent patterns command the highest prices.

Timing and Market Cycles

Domain sales activity correlates with broader economic cycles. The timeline above shows consistent transaction volume through 2007-2014, reflecting steady demand for short .com domains across market conditions.

Aftermarket Channels

Domains in this portfolio were sold through multiple channels including direct negotiation, domain auction platforms, and broker-facilitated transactions. The choice of sales channel often depends on the domain’s estimated value and the level of inbound interest.

Valuation Factors

Key factors affecting the sale price of these domains included:

  • Length — shorter domains command premium prices
  • Pronounceability — domains that sound like real words or brands sell faster
  • Extension — .com remains the most valuable TLD
  • Search volume — domains matching searched terms carry SEO value
  • Industry relevance — domains matching active business sectors attract corporate buyers

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What These Sales Tell Us About the Domain Market

Looking at a decade of domain sales reveals patterns that every domain investor should understand.

The Rise of Four-Letter Domains

The portfolio above is dominated by four-letter .com domains (LLLL.com). This category has seen remarkable appreciation since the early 2000s. In 2008, a solid four-letter .com might sell for $500 to $2,000. By 2014, comparable domains were routinely selling for $2,000 to $10,000, and the trend has only accelerated since.

Several factors drive four-letter domain demand:

  • Chinese market demand — starting around 2014, Chinese investors drove massive demand for short domains, viewing them as digital assets similar to traditional collectibles
  • Finite supply — there are exactly 456,976 possible four-letter .com combinations, and most are already registered
  • Brandability — four-letter domains work well as company names, product names, and acronyms
  • Type-in traffic — shorter domains receive more direct navigation traffic

Sales Velocity and Pricing Strategy

The consistent pace of sales shown above reflects an active portfolio management approach. Rather than holding indefinitely for maximum price, Corg maintains a steady turnover that generates recurring revenue while reinvesting proceeds into new acquisitions.

This approach balances two competing strategies:

  1. Hold and wait — maximizes per-domain returns but ties up capital and generates no cash flow
  2. Active trading — generates consistent revenue but may mean selling some domains below their long-term potential

Market Channels for Domain Sales

Domains in this portfolio were sold through a mix of channels:

  • Inbound inquiries — buyers finding the domain through WHOIS or landing pages
  • Marketplace listings — platforms like Sedo, Afternic, and GoDaddy Auctions
  • Broker-facilitated deals — professional domain brokers matching buyers with sellers
  • Domain forums — communities like NamePros and DNForum where investors trade directly

Each channel has different commission structures, audience reach, and transaction timelines. Experienced investors typically list across multiple channels simultaneously to maximize exposure.

Building Your Own Sales Track Record

If you are starting in domain investing, tracking your sales creates a valuable reference for:

  • Understanding your portfolio’s yield rate
  • Identifying which domain categories perform best
  • Demonstrating credibility to future buyers and partners
  • Tax reporting and portfolio valuation

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