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FAQ

Here's a few frequently asked questions about our services.

How do I buy a domain or opportunity?

There are several ways you can pay for a domain or opportunity.

DAN.com

Pay using the secure and automated process with DAN.com. This is a domain broker which enables the seller (us) and the buyer (you) to transact the payment which is held until the transfer process has been completed.

Direct Payment

Directly with us using, debit / credit card or bank transfer a full invoice including VAT will be provided and we will handle the necessary 'unlocking' and any IPS TAG or DNS changes required for you to import in to your chosen registrar.


Can I rent a domain name or opportunity?

All our domain names and opportunities can be purchased outright or we can negotiate a long term rental or a short term rent to buy, where you can spread the cost monthly over an agreed period of time.

Please contact us on 01548 853214 for details of any payment plan.


What is included with a domain?

A domain name does not generally include additional services. If you are buying a domain name you will need to make arrangements with a new registra, for example:-

  • GoDaddy
  • 123reg
  • 20i
  • Heart Internet

We can continue to manage your domain name and add additonal services like company email addresses or domain redirects.

Please contact us on 01548 853214 for more information.


How much does a domain or opportunity cost?

All our domain names and business opportunities are priced individually based on their commercial value.


Can I negotiate the sale price?

Yes of course you can, just complete our offer form on the domain or opportunity you are interested in.


How quickly are domains purchased delivered?

The transfer process can take up to 48 hours, however during normal working hours (GMT) we aim to complete as soon as possible within a few hours.



Insights

Some useful information about how our opportunities can be put to good use.

What is E-commerce?

E-commerce allows businesses to sell their own products or services online to their customers through a shopping platform. The business is responsible for stock, warehousing, inventory management, online payments and fulfilment.

E-commerce platforms can be used for a wide range of activities:-

  • Products
  • Services
  • Downloadable Goods (music, books, recipes, tickets etc.)
  • Subscriptions
  • Gift Cards

Read more about E-commerce and how it works.


What is an online marketplace?

An online marketplace is a type of E-commerce website where products or services are offered for sale by multiple sellers (vendors) from one platform. All transactions are handled by the platform and sellers are paid net of a fee which is usually a pre agreed percentage.

Examples of top brands who use the Marketplace model:-

  • eBay
  • Etsy
  • ASOS
  • Amazon
  • Wayfair
  • Airbnb
  • Uber
  • Fat Llama (equipment rental marketplace) recently sold to a Swedish rival for £34.5m !
  • Vinted

You might be surprised to learn that over 60% of online sales are transacted through marketplaces.

Read more about Online Marketplace and how it works.


What is dropshipping?

If you’ve thought about starting your own ecommerce business, you may be wondering how you’ll get access to an inventory of products, or where you’ll store them.

Under the traditional business model, retailers are responsible for the order fulfillment process from start to finish. That often means leasing warehouse space for products, handling supply chain and inventory management, and managing shipping costs.

However, there’s an alternative business model for fulfilling customer orders placed through an online store, dropshipping.

Read more about Dropshipping and how it works.


What is an online directory?

An online directory specialises in listing individuals or business on a multi category based platform, marketing their products or services usually for an annual fee or membership.

Great examples of directories include:-

  • Local Tourism
  • Chamber Of Commerce
  • Yellow Pages
  • Yelp
  • Google Business Pages
  • Bing Places (Microsoft)
  • OTA (Online Travel Agency)
  • Facebook
  • Nextdoor
  • Trustpilot
  • Reviews
  • Tripadvisor

Read more about Online Directories and how they work.


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