Here are the results for LuxuryNames.com’s first ever auction. Thirty one domain names were sold for a grand total of $20,747. Hopefully this is the first of many auctions from LuxuryNames.

Be sure to check back December 1st to see who won the contest prizes. It’s going to be a very special video.

Above $1000

businesscarinsurance.com $3,777
cheaphouseinsurance.com $3,100
cowboyhats.net $1,800
cruisevacations.org $1,550
csections.com $1,550
fivestarrestaurants.com $1,550
homeloancalculator.org $1,550
realestateus.com $1,050

Under $1000
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I just wanted to remind everyone briefly about the LuxuryNames.com auction happening right now, as we speak, well as you read. Remember the auction is going to be ending around 3pm Eastern time November, 24th, which is tomorrow!! Fifteen names already have bids on them, some by multiple bidders.

Don’t miss out on the chance to get the grand prize of about $1500 in cash to help with development costs of the domain name and a twelve month subscription to Domain SuperStar’s Premium Tools, which is worth over $700 in itself. A second place winner will also be chosen.  They will receive a twelve month subscription to Domain SuperStar’s Premium Tools. No cash. Read more about the contest here.

Please remember you have to win the name you bid on and pay for it, in order to be considered as an entry into the contest.  Most important of all, I will be announcing the winner on December 1st by video. I know you can’t wait for that!

There were some great names on the list, so even if you don’t win the grand prize or second prize, you’ll walk away with a premium domain.  That sounds like a win-win scenario to me.

Now go bid! I’ve got my bids in on a couple.

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LuxuryNames.com has teamed up with DomainSuperstar.com to put together a couple great prizes for two successful winners in the LuxuryNames auction at SnapNames starting today and ending on November 24th.

Prizes:

Grand Prize includes both €1,000 of COLD HARD CASH (approximately $1,487 US) and a FULL YEAR subscription to Domain SuperStar’s Premium Tools, valued at $770, making this prize worth over $2,250 US.

Second Prize is a full year subscription to Domain SuperStar’s Premium Tools valued at $770, no cash included.

(Only persons who have successfully won and paid for an auction will be eligible – full  details will be announced tomorrow but I have the scoop today).

Why is LuxuryNames doing this?

They believe in this industry and believe in buyers who want to develop great names. They also understand some may need a little help in this incredibly tough economic time. Obviously the goal of the auction is to sell domain names, however they also believe many domain owners want to mature faster in the development stage, so what better way then to provide some premium tools and cash to do this.

What can the €1,000 be used for?

The goal of this contest is to help the lucky winner financially to bring his/her new domain to life. The money will be paid directly to you. Of course it’s understood that some may want to use the money to pay off credit cards, enjoy a cheeky night out or double down at the poker table, however the hope is the winner will use these funds for development – something that can be showcased down the road if so desired.

The winners will be determined in a video drawing on December 1st (one week after the auction close) by me, Chef Patrick, with at least one lovely assistant. LuxuryNames has already gone on record saying they take no responsibility for the video on December 1^st. You know how I announce winners.

What are you waiting for? 80% of the domain names in this auction have reserves under $1,500. Bid now!

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Next week LuxuryNames.com will be the featured auction on SnapNames.com from November 18 until the 24th. A catalog of available names that will be in the auction has been released and can be seen at LuxuryNames.com. There are over 200 high quality names to choose from with the majority of them being a .com extension.

80% of the names listed have a reserve that’s less than $1500!

Some of my personal favorites are:

• autoloancalculator.com
• creditfraud.org
• autosurance.com (excellent brand name)
• thankyoubaskets.com
• adjustablehomeloans.com
• drugrehabprograms.net (great for celebrities and rock stars )

If this isn’t enough to convince you to take a look at the names then maybe this will; there is going to be a big announcement by Wednesday, November 18 that might just entice you to purchase a name from the LuxuryNames.com catalog. Make sure you come back to find out what the big secret is! In the meantime, glance at the catalog and mark your calendar for the auction!

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The following press release is for a domainer charity auction started by Craig Rowe, founder of WhyPark.com. With the help of Rick Latona and our community they will be auctioning off 50 domain names for charity during the second week of December. I think it’s a great idea and have personally donated a few names. During tough economic times I know it’s not easy, so do what you can, if not with a domain name or money, then please help promote the auction. Read below on how to get involved.

Press Release:

Atlanta, Georgia USA – November 12, 2009 – Rick Latona Auctions announced today it will donate its services and provide the online auction platform for the WhyPark Charity Domain Auction scheduled for December 7^th through the December 11^th, 2009.  The WhyPark Charity Auction will be the first online auction to utilize Rick Latona’s new beta auction platform which will be in an all new location, www.LATONAS.com.

WhyPark’s charity domain auction will consist of up to 50 domain names, with no reserve price, all donated by domain name industry leaders.  The proceeds from the auction will be given to a socially-responsible charity chosen by the highest single bidder in the auction.   To submit domain names for the auction and for complete details, visit http://www.WhyPark.com/auction.

“We are excited to support the WhyPark Charity Auction” stated Rick Latona, President of Rick Latona Auctions.  “It is also the perfect opportunity for us to test drive our new Latonas.com auction platform. Since it is an online only auction with no live auctioneer, it should be a low stress environment. Customers will be able to help people through The WhyPark Charity Auction , pick up a great new name or two and get a sneak preview of what we are up to here in Atlanta”.

“The WhyPark charity auction is simply about raising funds for a charity in need.” stated Craig Rowe, President of WhyPark Technology Services.  “The domain name community raises funds for several charities worldwide and this is another opportunity to provide financial assistance to a worthwhile organization of the highest winning bidder’s choice.  We are excited to partner with Rick Latona Auctions, a leader in the domain industry to help make this a successful auction.”

About Rick Latona Auctions:

Rick Latona Auctions is an industry leader in the brokerage of domains and domain auctions.  This industry has exceeded 428,000,000 US Dollars in total sales1 representing over 54,000 individual domains sold since October 2003.  Auctions attract branding managers and executives looking to buy domains to increase their company’s market share against their competitors.  Registered bidders from a live audience and those watching the live online video and audio broadcast compete with one another buying domain names.  Rick Latona Auctions is proud to be the exclusive auction company for all six T.R.A.F.F.I.C. Conferences in 2010.  Rick Latona Auctions also can assist you by acting as your domain name broker for a domain purchase or sale.  For additional information, visit www.RickLatona.com/auctions.

About WhyPark:

WhyPark quickly builds domains to become living websites through its domain development platform. The company’s proprietary system provides new and relevant content daily to clients’ domain names, obtaining search engine visibility for domains instead of relying strictly on existing traffic. For more information, visit www.WhyPark.com

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