Comments on: Looking Back on Geodomain Names

By: James Barclay

James Barclay — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:17:58 +0000

Was Rion.Com a pivate transaction or was it listed at Sedo?

If it was listed at Sedo, to all those above who have claimed that Rio.Com was a bargain at 450k, why were none of you bidding it up to say at least 500k?

I am not siding either way, just curious as to the lack of follo through for those who can afford to splash out that type of money.

Finally, if the owner of Rio.Com wants to buy EsportesTv.Com, (sports tv in Portugese), I believe that it would be a great addition since he is obviously gonna be concentrating on Brazil, whose national sport is soccer!!

By: Sergio Igartua

Sergio Igartua — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 03:32:52 +0000

David Castello says it all about Rio.com – great brand, great geodomain. In the years leading up to the 2016 Olympic games the $450k that was put down for this name will become many times more profitable… a strong brand with unlimited revenue potential (advertising, travel bookings – air, hotel, car rental, dining – sponsorships, you name it) Great buy with vision.

- Sergio

By: Fred Mercaldo

Fred Mercaldo — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:23:31 +0000

I agree with all the positive comments regarding Rio.com…congratulations….I predict it will be a great success once developed. As I’ve said many times, once a geodomain is developed and monetized, it is now a business model with much different dynamics of worth…and obviously not dependant upon the highs and lows of domain pricing. Challenges? Sure…I’m not so much concerned about the name Rio.com versus the entire RioDeJanero…but I believe the biggest challenge will be providing proper and relevant content from afar…always easier when you reside in the specific town, but this also can be overcome. We are presently developing Palermo.com, and we are building the directory one business at a time because of language/lack of availability problems….so it is much more work, but necessary…..Best of Luck and any help we can provide we will be glad to!!!!! Fred.

By: Jim Holleran

Jim Holleran — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 15:26:10 +0000

Mark,

Your post about Elliot is right on. He is very honest, no hidden agenda, and is very secure about sharing both his success and failures. I really admire Elliot for this because it’s rare to “show your cards”.

Thanks, Jim

By: Mark

Mark — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 13:23:07 +0000

Forgive me if I digress.

What I would like to add is that what I always enjoy and respect about Elliot is the from the heart and truthfulness of his writings. Unlike so many, Elliot seems to have no hidden agenda. He shares with others exactly what he experiences and what he feels. You can see this trait in all great writers and artists in every field. I don’t care if it is Hemingway, the Beatles, or anyone who writes. It is so refreshing, and so motivating.

Respect to you Elliot.