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japty:
Let's chat on WhatsApp man

Sorry, just checking NL.

I didn't know you're still on WhatsApp. I have not been noticing you on my list for a long time. Thought you were no longer using the number or app. Strangely, I checked now and you're still there!

The message sent seems to have not been delivered, though.

itsmolep:
Both.

FCMB working on Binance this month sha
80GBP

About 11k profit

Boss, does this still work?

And please how did you get the GBP? I thought Binance only accepts deposits into Naira wallets, from which one will now buy crypto (at a high rate).

I have been reading this thread of recent to learn about the best way to get an item bought in China cheaply and safely to Nigeria. Speedaf seems to be an option that people love here.

The one problem I'm having is that I have seen something like Speedaf-NIPOST. I try to avoid the government institution as much as possible.

I was wondering: isn't it allowed to simply select Speedaf as the shipping agent without having anything to do with NIPOST?

Anyone?

codemaniacs:
NL is a public forum and every comment is directed at everyone who has access to the topic and can click on the reply or quote buttons..

you said "It's not just about a larger portfolio or even the quality of it."..

so yes with the above comment you definitely suggested portfolio size and quality don't matter...

In domaining, quality matters more than size.

the first image below the person has over 140 domain names and has sold only 4 domains worth over $294,000..

the second image below the person has only 2 domain names and has sold only 1 domain name worth over $105,000..

the third image is mine and I have over 120 domain names and sold only 2 domains worth over $3,000..

it has nothing to do with grace... In domaining quality is very important.

Quietmover, what people read or hear on the surface is what they understand If a person has "to Understand his context, the exaggeration used, figures of speech used" in everything someone says then that person is saying nonsense and shouldn't be encouraged to keep saying nonsense...

If it's still so hard to fully comprehend what I wrote there, I'll simply sign off on this matter by referring you or anyone that cares to synonyms for "just." Do you find anything like "only" there? If yes, fit it into that comment and see if makes better sense.

Shalom

PS: May I add that it's rude to regard other people's opinions as nonsense and tell them so. You could do better, if you want.

tranxo:
If you didn't want readers to comment on specific parts of your post, why add those parts.

I believe strongly in grace, but don't belittle hardwork and quality to elevate the place of grace.

I'd assume you were the one that wrote the bold part above. If I'm right, how do you take a part as the summary of the whole? And did I any way suggest portfolio and quality count for nothing?

You may want to re-read the original post again. If you can't come to a different conclusion, good for you.

I don't think it's compulsory to react to any comments that are not direct specifically at you by the way. I once again choose my peace.

viktor88:
So domaining is not about large portfolio or quality of your names by Grace?
Grace comes first?

If that's what you could pick from that comment, good luck! I prefer my peace.

genius43:
No matter the currency conversion you will be charged in USD.

Also the USD equivalent is always shown alongside the Naira so no need to change anything as seen below.
What you is get the total order(Item + shipping fee if any) dollar rate and multiply with the exchange rate of the institution you would be using to make payments.

AliExpress uses the same Conversion which Google uses, which is a misrepresentation of our reality.

Thanks.

I guess you are using the app. Dollar wasn't shown at all in browser (Chrome). Everything was in Naira.

Pk01:
this domain thing one need large portfolio to be able to get frequent sales.. At the end grace of almighty Na in be baba..... No be by working hard.. Na grace

You get the idea: na grace. We should continue trying to improve, but it still comes down to the G word.

It's not just about a larger portfolio or even the quality of it.

jossypajay:
AliExpress computes using a different exchange rate with the bank usually lower. The bank uses a different rate to convert which is slightly higher

Please I need your opinion or anyone else's.

I noticed that AliExpress prices are displayed in Naira. Years ago it used to be in USD.

Do you have an idea of what exchange rate they are using? From your response, it appears it is lower than that of a bank.

And is it possible to change the currency to USD on the website?

Thanks in anticipation.

deedee44:
Yes exactly my point, i expected to see

From deedee @ domainname . com

But what I'm seeeing is

From deedee @ domainname . com via gmail

It doesn't show "via gmail" if you read it on phone but it shows when you use laptop

I understand what you're trying to describe. It's being shown that your email was sent using Gmail, instead of the particular domain.

Wow, that's an interesting one! Things always looked normal everytime I checked on phone. So leads might have been notified that I sent via Gmail?

But then, I would assume that is still somewhat better than for them to see the typical or personal email address.

Koats14:
Abeg, make una help me o. How can I close this? He seems worried about the money I'd request. Even though I asked why, he's still stating the obvious. Any more?

The domain name is on "make offer", I'm usually a "price person", I say make I tag along those wey no dey put price.

Any tips?

Cc AwesomeDuru, ElonMosque, Ikhalyfah, Adesarm, U1, Tranxo, IdeasPro, Sapiosexuality, HIScraziness, Promxy94, Amazymayo

I think this justifies people like Ikhalyfah that advise to always include price in the initial email.

Bro, I honestly don't have an idea of why he thought you'd ask for more money later.

I have also come across people who'd ask if the price was on monthly basis. In hindsight now, I think I might have priced too low in those instances.

If it's not too late, I'd only ask you to assure him that whatever price agreed is one-time. You may also chip in that they take complete possession and the domain will no longer be under your control once they paid for it.

Good luck!

dominique:
I won't be surprised if it's that Cyracus Izeku behind this news. Always covering gory news from Ikotun/Ìgando axis most of which can't be verified

Please help call the errant bot to order. It has banned me in the Business section again.

Let me leave this here on Sav refund for those who might not know and may want to consider it:

You can only get refund for ONE domain or 10% of the domains you registered in a calendar month. Deleting more than this amount will lead to the permanent loss of both domain and money paid for it - found out the hard way.

It is important to take note of this because you get a refund by deleting the domain in focus, according to their website. The above condition is also stated there, but some people (like me) might somehow not understand it at once.

IdeasPro:
In domaining, everything and anything is possible. If someone had told you that in year 2021 that CartASAP/com will be available for a Nigerian to register, would you have believed? God can keep a premium domain name for someone for his or her pay day, you never can tell!

True, but the Nigerian never got to register it.

gentlewind:
This end-user polite response is first of it's kind. Despite turning down my offer. I'm still hopeful.

Legendary! The rare ones.

Emeraldfynest:
Ah, some end users can be mean.

No be small. And it doesn't matter whether they're professionals or tradesmen.

fergusen:
Although those automated appraisals (GoDaddy, etibot, etc) are inaccurate, I will offer #1500 Naira for same.

I go double this offer for any person wey find that kind name for me to reg.

Sapiosexuality:
It's terrible. Got a call from an enduser today who once wanted a name from me. After confirming my country, I'm not sure if he told me he was looking to buy the domain name 'FuckYou' dot com or so. But that was what I heard. Lol. I feigned ignorance and told it's already taken. Smh. We don suffer for this country hand.

Ayiii

Rankett:
Is it advisable to contact an end user in Turkey with a naija number?

It's actually urgent

@ideaspro U1 Sapiosexuality 2sexycom HIScraziness

I see you have the answer already: don't, especially if those folks don't know you are in Nigeria.

That's one of the problems of living in this country. I wish I can just sleep and wake up a Canadian.

Kingsolar:
I submitted this name this name "CartAsap", whois said it's available, GoDaddy said it's available to Squadhelp on the 27th of August and it was rejected only for me to check it today and it's being registered. Hmmmmmm am really pained right now

Yeah, you don't have any reason to take my word on this. But I'd rather risk the $9 on a name I feel good about - that's why I try to avoid registering too many brandables.

TWIMC: if you have some money you won't need to use anytime soon in the bank, you might do better getting some valuable domains with part of it and pray for the best. The inflation trend in the country is frightening!

fergusen:
Google emoji domains. I think that's an emoji domain.

You're right, boss! We learn everyday.

Seeing this sale makes the theory of possible money laundering in domaining somewhat believable.

I thought DAN doesn't report sales by the way. Seems something has changed recently.

toby345:
have you outbounded a state name before if yes do you only select one city because the state has many places ??

Although you didn't direct the question at me, I thought to just chime in something.

I think I have sold one or two state domains in the past and I did outbound them. I usually collect relevant leads anywhere in such a state. However, I may skip those ones that specifically state that they serve a particular city in the state.

fergusen:
The way you agreed with the poster you quoted...
And you've not really had the Squadhelp experience...

Standard listing domains are not promoted (except you pay for promotion).

It's just the way I think. I have never tried submitting unregistered names for the reason stated.

But then I might just explore the idea of starting to submit names that I have no interest in registering by myself.

By the way, I didn't do any optimisation or pay for promotion for the domain that sold on Afternic. SH is just more or less an experimental tool for me right now.

fergusen:
Do you have seller registered brandables on Squadhelp?

As I wrote, I don't have a premium listing, but I do have standard listings there. I have decided to not use any more money to submit for review until I make a sale there (if God grants).

SH isn't in my long-term plan. The single brandable I have sold (just recently) seems to further suggest I may not be wrong with that stance. The sale came from elsewhere despite pointing nameservers to SH and completing the description.

meetme01:
What we don't understand about domaining and brandables is that

You are not the only one searching for good names. Whether it's on watch list or not, if will be picked, it will be picked and registered. Have you not witnessed a situation whereby a name you thought about, written in your jotter was registered few days after you checked it was available. It shows, people think like you.

To decide if name is good is one's perogative which is kinda twisted.

Every SH owned name is great but ask yourself, can you manage the portfolio you currently have if you owned them?

Imagine,a portfolio of 300+ ain't easy to manage. To break even,no beans oo

You think if you registered that name, the owner will actually buy it from you or search for similar niche?

Lots of these people don't have the luxury of money to buy $1K+ names. They rather go for $9 and make it suitable for their purpose.

My advice - names you believe you can renew for 3yrs+ are those you should register. If you can't, no matter how you love the name, let SH own it.

The bold portion is more than a coincidence. That is more likely to happen if you check domain name availability in the wrong places IMHO.

The last sentence hits the bull's-eye.

kenralph:
On this squadhelp issue, I'd advice everyone against submitting names you have faith in as an unregistered domain to them.

Most of their so called review experts and in-house review teams are Indians, and they're hungry like us. Those guys engage in backdoor practice. They'll delay your submission until they're sure they've regged the exceptional ones before approving it for you to chase shadows.

If you don't have the fund to buy the name, keep it in your watchlist until money comes. You can then register and submit to them - if you like.

Bless you! This hits the nail on the head

I have never submitted an unregistered name to SH; don't even have a single listing in Premium.

Maybe it's the Nigerian in me. I distrust such models. I'd rather risk the 7-10 bucks on a name I see value in and then observe for any hint of real value.

TheSexLover:
Amen Bro n wish u luck finding yours

Make nobody lie u, a good woman dey give man piece of mind o

I almost died wen I lost millions in chymall business dis January na she bin dey mk me smile n family wan kill me with demands.. always expecting u to give....

A good woman is a blessing

So that scheme final kaput?

I had the feeling it won't last despite someone who pitched it to me last year claiming it gives earning for life. To think this person was someone I knew from afar at church.

I have conditioned myself to not be swept off by what people say or who they are. I will allow you to say what you want to say and then go ahead to make my own research and do my permutations before deciding how much I am willing to risk.

Call me a non-serious, difficult or time-wasting person. It won't move to hurry and take any action.

tranxo:
E shock me? Yes. But not for the reasons you stated.

My shock was because you made a fallacious statement of fact with this below..

If only you knew those who know less do better in many cases.

That you luckily hit the target while shooting in the dark does not mean you continue shooting in the dark....aimlessly, and without a defined system/strategy /process.

Your "fact" isn't a norm. Knowledge trumps ignorance any day, anytime.

Why do we frown at newbies that jump in here thinking they can get rich over night with Domaining? We rather refer them to start from page 1 so they can at least learn some basics and rudiments of the trade. I know there is beginner's luck, but how often does it occur.

Success often manifests in CONSISTENCY.

And yes, though knowledge gives us an edge over ignorance, it still amounts to nought when applied wrongly. This is the reason some "knowledgeable" folks also complain of lack of progress. In this case, they only need to reassess themselves or their strategies and try again.

But those without any meaningful strategy will find it hard to have consistent success.

While I won't attempt to contradict anything you wrote, I'd like to sign off on this reality of life.

I was in no way preaching mediocrity or that people shouldn't strive to be better. We start declining when we stop trying to be better.

And mind you "many" is not "most." We could say 50-100 out of 1,000 is many but is it most?

My point from the very beginning was that "how well" isn't just a factor of what you have learned or applied. Two people can do the same thing an exact way (with all other things held constant) and still get different results.

Peace.

IdeasPro:
U1, yes you're right but it won't be consistent. Consistency in performance, getting results, etc that separate the pros from one-hit wonder. That is why Ronaldo, Messi, etc have fans and followers in the field of soccer.

Yes, you're correct, too.

But then it isn't impossible to see someone that has learnt extensively and is still getting inconsistent results.

tranxo:

E shock you?

I have seen people online who did things without seemingly taking note or probably not aware of certain "best practices" and yet scored some massive sales.

Or have you not seen people sell names that most pros would consider worthless and for high figures, too?