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I’ve recently started using FreshDrop.net every day because of the valuable information it provides. I primarily use it to scan expired/expiring domain names that will be coming up for sale on Snapnames and NameJet (requires premium account), and I’ve done very well on domain names I found using FreshDrop that have been flipped or received offers.

In the last few weeks alone, I’ve bought several names via Snap and NameJet   that have either received offers for at least double the purchase price (offers over $1k), or I’ve sold the domain names for at least double (under $10k each). Making it even better is the fact that a few of these domain names have had three or less bidders involved in the auction, meaning that I am finding hidden gems. I can say gems without question since they’ve sold or have received offers after buying as opposed to just being my opinion that I have found value where others didn’t. This is a pretty nice return on my investment.

I have a couple of filters that I created on FreshDrop to better enable me to find these names, although there is still the manual process of researching the individual domain names. For example, when I see a name that looks good to me, I will check the # of Google results for the term, the number of companies advertising on Google for the term, it’s GAKT search #s, and just my own gut feel vs. what other domain names companies are using in the market.

I know there are other sites out there that have a similar offering, but if you haven’t tried FreshDrop, I recommend trying it.

** This is not a paid post nor did I use an affiliate link.

A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about the Domain Apps from WhyPark that were coming soon. I just received word that the new apps are now live on site, and people with accounts at WhyPark can begin adding them to their existing websites or use them on new websites. Visit the WhyPark Domain Apps page for more information and to get started.

Domain owners can even integrate these onto content rich websites they have built on the WhyPark platform, which is similar to what I’ve done with TropicalBirds.com and plan to do with others as soon as I have time. I look forward to testing out the directory application very soon, and I will update you with my results in a couple of months.

In the last few months of integrating my content-rich TropicalBirds.com onto WhyPark, the revenue has gone up considerably.

Press Release from Parked.com, Ltd. is below:

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Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands — WhyPark, the scalable domain development division of Parked.com, Ltd., announced today the launch of “Domain Apps By WhyPark”.   The new release to the WhyPark platform allows customers to add depth, relevant engaging content and functionality, through the use of one-click installs, to domain names hosted at WhyPark.

“The next evolution of WhyPark has arrived and I am excited to make Domain Apps By WhyPark available to our customers”, said Craig Rowe, founder of WhyPark.   “Customers have been demanding new engaging applications that will attract and retain visitors to their sites.   Domain Apps By WhyPark offers just that through relevant search engine friendly text as well as video, photos and data.   I am pleased with the launch of our new Domain Apps service and look forward to building upon it in the future.”

The following Domain Apps are now available to WhyPark customers:

Comparison Shopping
Hotel Directory
Local Business Listings
Online Flash Games
Twitter Stream
Weather
Web Directory
YouTube Videos

Several Domain Apps also provide new revenue streams including the Web Directory and Comparison Shopping Domain Apps. WhyPark is already developing new Domain Apps and will continue to enhance the service to meet customers’ needs.

“I am very excited about WhyPark’s new domain apps,” stated Elliot Silver, founder of Silver Internet Ventures, LLC. “Domain Apps will allow me to add unique features and functionality to some of my geo-domain and niche industry websites, which I know will increase stickiness and revenue.”

To learn more about Domain Apps by WhyPark, visit http://www.whypark.com/domainapps/

About WhyPark – www.whypark.com

WhyPark’s innovative scalable domain development platform allows customers to build relevant, engaging websites in minutes. Whether managing a few hundred or several thousand domains, WhyPark gives customers the freedom and flexibility to easily develop domain portfolios to generate traffic and increase revenue.

About Parked.com, Ltd. – www.parked.com

Founded in 2006, Parked.com, Ltd. offers domain parking solutions for domain name owners. Parked.com leverages technology for dynamic domain name optimization providing leading edge parked pages that are relevant to what internet users are looking for and ensuring targeted traffic for advertisers. With clients worldwide who combined own 6,500,000 domain names, Parked.com has aggressively become a leader in the domain parking space.

While watching the World Cup, I saw a Godaddy commercial featuring Chadocho Cinco, the Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver previously known as Chad Johnson. In the commercial, Chad mentions that his domain name is registered at Godaddy.

Truth be told, OchoCinco.com, the player’s official website is in fact registered with the world’s largest domain registrar, Godaddy. However, CampOchoCinco.com, a website promoted on the official website is actually registered at Dotster, a competing registrar.

I guess it would be similar to an athlete who is endorsed by Nike wearing Nike cleats on the field but Adidas sneakers in the weight room.

The Bluff City, Tennessee Police Department has a bit of egg on its face as a result of the expired domain name it used for its website. According to a news report, the employee who handles domain renewals for the department was on sick leave, and the BluffCityPD.com domain name expired in the interim as a result of not paying the renewal fee.

After the domain name expired, it became available for anyone to purchase. Recent speeding ticket recipient Brian McCrary did just that, when he saw that the domain name was soon to expire. He launched a website focusing on speeding camera news and links, and it also has links to many articles written about this story, including an Associated Press article.

Some people might question whether this is legit, but it does not appear that he is profiting from his use of the domain registration, and it could be considered his First Amendment right to Freedom of Speech by expressing his feelings on this domain name.

For its part, the Police Department hasn’t mentioned whether it intends to try and get the domain name back from McCrary. It appears that the Bluff City website does not link to the domain name. The city could attempt to file a UDRP but that would be a bit expensive, and I don’t think they would have great odds. It might just be in everyone’s interest to work something out in private that is favorable to both parties.

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Thanks to James for sending me the article.

I am not attending the TRAFFIC Vancouver conference, but from some of the things I’ve heard, this is going to be one of the better domain conferences. Before I get to my picks for the live auction, I want to share a special TRAFFIC offer that was sent to me by JR Kavanagh of Kavanagh Limousine.

JR’s company is offering 20 percent off any limousine booking, which includes Stretch Limousines and Luxury SUV Limousines. They also can do airport drop offs, tours of Vancouver, as well as any night time debacles (call them for specific details about the debacles). Although there is usually a four hour minimum, it’s being dropped for TRAFFIC attendees to two hours. You can find out more about the company by visiting their website: BCLimo.ca.

JR also mentioned he might be interested in doing a unique trade of a domain name for limo time. If you want to discuss this more with him, send an email to vancouverlimos @ gmail.com.

Below are my picks for the auction (full list can be found on Proxibid.com):

• VisitJerusalem.com
• XYZ.com
• Snowboarders.com
• SenseOfHumor.com
• iRefills.com
• Houses.ca
• Helpers.com (I previously owned this one)
• GolfCourses.ca
• Disabled.com
• Dietician.com
• Candy.ca
• Principals.com
• Quilting.com
• Matchmakers.ca