Thread: I smell a scam

Got an email out of nowhere about a site I just launched, I didn't add it to google or any other engine... they asked me if it was for sale, I said no I am going to build it up myself.

then this:

Dear RAWR

Can you accept 50,000 USD?

Do you sell domain with a web site or just the name?

Domain without content is ok with me. Web site is not necessary.

Have you had your domain names evaluated in the past? I mean domain appraisals. Without valuation we cannot be sure in the sale price. It's very important for me in terms of reselling too. But we must engage a valuation company with REAL manual service. So I will only accept valuations from independent sources I and my partners trust.

To avoid mistakes I asked domain experts about reputable appraisal companies.


Please check this blog with suggestions from other sellers and buyers:
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If, for example, the valuation comes higher you can adjust your asking price accordingly. It will be fair. I also hope you can give me 12% - 15% discount.



After you send me the valuation via email (usually it takes 1-2 days to obtain it) we'll continue our negotiations.

What is your preferred payment method: Escrow.com, International wire transfer, PayPal.com or something else?

Hope we can come to an agreement fast.

Looking forward to your reply.

huh?

guy's email is @thedomaininvestors.com

Originally Posted by Russ H

Your rich imprisoned uncle died in jail. But before he died, he gave his secret bank account numbers to his cell mate-- my cousin! These accounts are worth a buzzillion Nigerian dollars and I will give you 134% of the proceeds if you simply allow me to take my fair share (about 3%).

Send the money to me!

-Russ H.

Ah, but you need the pin code and password to access the account. For a small processing fee of $500 I can forward that information to you. I will just need your SSN , drivers licenses, and address to verify you are indeed entitled to the $1,000,000.