Furthermore, their historical significance makes them valuable collectibles. Regardless of the outcome of the scandal, the parties involved will win a permanent place in American history. Several of these domain names will become even more valuable over time. These represent a great many figures directly related to the scandal, including the president, Lewinsky, Tripp, Starr, and the attorneys of both camps. A great opportunity exists for entrepreneurs to turn these names into formidable cash-generating sites.
Domain names representing issues themselves are also likely to command premium prices.
People seeking information about, say, scandal or impeachment can enter the respective name in their browser and quickly find what they are looking for. Should they make the mistake of relying on a search engine for this purpose, the tens of thousands of sites they called up would hardly expedite their search. Thus, domain names that contain within them specific search words seem to be the most logical place to begin to gather important information. Misconceptions The market value of a domain name, as with any other financial, real, or intangible asset, depends on the future benefits which the investor expects to derive from it. The values of artwork and of Netscape stocks are good illustrations.