For Sale What happens when no one bids on a SnapNames backorder?

[Knocks]

I am interested in a domain that's expiring in 10 days and is listed as a SnapNames backorder (not preorder) at expiringdomains.net. I'd rather not pay $59 to SnapNames and get it at a reg fee (I'm pretty sure no one else will want it). Why is it even listed as a SnapNames backorder--why not NameJet or any other drop catcher? Is it going to be released/deleted if no one bids on it?

 

[Gerry]

You may see the name not drop as some "warehouse" their domains. Godaddy was notorious for this years back but I believe the practice may be against ICANN rules now. Although, doubtful it is policed the way it should be.

 

[stewie]

I am interested in a domain that's expiring in 10 days and is listed as a SnapNames backorder (not preorder) at expiringdomains.net. I'd rather not pay $59 to SnapNames and get it at a reg fee (I'm pretty sure no one else will want it). Why is it even listed as a SnapNames backorder--why not NameJet or any other drop catcher? Is it going to be released/deleted if no one bids on it?

if it's not worth $59, it's not worth reg fees...JMO

*if you really want it backorder it.

 

[TheLegendaryJP]

It will either...

A)Drop and be available to reg again.
B)Be kept by the rar and added to the warehouse

I do not believe that B is against any ICANN practice unless I missed that change.

 

[Knocks]

if it's not worth $59, it's not worth reg fees...JMO

*if you really want it backorder it.

It's a variation/misspelling of a name that I already own. No one else would want it--I'm sure it has zero traffic and no stats whatsoever. I just wouldn't mind owning it if I can get it at $5.

 

[TheLegendaryJP]

Its simple, ask yourself this question. Is spending $50 more to be sure you get it worth it. If you didnt bid and the rar kept it, would you be cool with that for $50?