Ok... so I have a list of expired domains I want...

[Mike Bell]

What are the chances I will get them naturally after the grace period, without using something like backordering on GoDaddy or some other type of "snapping" service? I have no idea about the demand out there and how many people are parasiting on the expiring stuff....

Very new to this, so pardon if this sounds dumb or vague....

[eSology]

If the domains are worth anything because of backlinks, PR, listed, overture, etc, etc you will be hard pressed to hand register one.

[Graham Easton]

You've no chance. There was a time when a little research could bag you a decent name for $60. Now it's all auctions and the market sets the price. Too bad for those like yourself who missed the party a couple of years ago. I don't even look for expiring domains these days because of the silly prices but am fortunate to have bagged 100 of the best poker names over the years.

[eSology]

"Too bad" is when you were in the game and never suited up. I was on the net in 93 and bought my first domain in 99. Because of my career I didn't really have the time until recently for the PPC market.

Mike, look close...I picked up a few worthwhile domains in the last month.

[Rocket2Uranus]

If you scour old threads here, your likely to glean a number of tips that could help you pick up some decent domains without spending a fortune.

Good luck!

[Mike Bell]

Thanks guys! I appreciate the advice. I'll try to "snap" the ones that I have special interest in...