What Is Domain brokerage? Domain Glossary

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A brokerage fits deals where price, privacy or reach matter. Sellers get outreach to likely buyers. Buyers get a way to ask about a name without exposing their identity. Many brokers work on commission, and some require an exclusive agreement for a set term. Services and fees differ, so compare them. A common mistake is signing an exclusive deal without reading how commission applies to sales that happen outside the broker's efforts. Ask about the term length, the fee, the escrow plan and who will talk to the other side.

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Domain broker: A domain broker is a professional who buys or sells domain names for a client. The broker finds the other side, handles negotiation and manages the deal through to transfer, usually for a commission.
Buy-side broker: A buy-side broker, also called an acquisition broker, is a domain broker who works for the buyer. The broker finds the owner, negotiates the price, and manages the deal, often without naming the buyer.
Sell-side broker: A sell-side broker represents the domain owner. The broker markets the name, finds buyers, negotiates for the best price and manages the sale. The seller pays the fee only when the deal closes.
Commission: A commission is a fee paid to a broker or marketplace when a domain sells. It is usually a percentage of the sale price and is paid only if the deal closes.
Exclusivity agreement: A contract that makes one broker the only party allowed to sell or negotiate a domain for a set time. It usually states the term, the commission and what happens if the seller finds a buyer alone.

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Buying or selling a domain?