Buying a five-figure domain should feel boring — in the best way. Here is the exact checklist used for ABQ.Dog acquisitions.
Step 1 — Agree on terms
Email sales@desertrich.com with your offer amount, timeline, and intended use. You will receive written confirmation of price, what is included (domain + registrar push + transfer assistance), and response within 1–2 business days.
Step 2 — Open escrow
Funds go to a licensed escrow service (e.g. Escrow.com), never directly to the seller. Verify the escrow instructions independently — never change payment details over an unverified channel.
Step 3 — Registrar push
The domain is pushed to your account at the same registrar (fastest) or transferred with an authorization code. Confirm the name appears in your account before releasing anything.
Step 4 — Confirm and release
Verify WHOIS/registry control, confirm DNS, then authorize escrow to release funds to the seller. Typical end-to-end timeline: a few days once terms are agreed.
Red flags to avoid
- Seller refuses escrow or rushes off-platform payment.
- Price changes mid-transfer without written amendment.
- “Free” transfer services that ask for registrar credentials — use push or auth-code flows only.
Ready when you are: Buy Now at $100,000 or make an offer.
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ABQ.Dog is available — $100,000
Secure escrow transfer. Response within 1–2 business days.