Portfolio vs. Collection

A portfolio is a curated set of assets managed for return. A collection is what happens when you register everything that sounds cool. The difference is discipline.

Portfolio Sizing

Experience Level	Recommended Size
Beginner	10–25 names
Intermediate	25–100 names
Advanced	100–500 names
Professional	500+ (with systems)

At scale, you need software. At <100 names, a spreadsheet works.

The Tracking Spreadsheet

Minimum columns to track:

Domain name
Registrar
Renewal date
Purchase price
Current listing price
Days listed
Inbound inquiry count
Notes

Key metric: Cost-per-name-per-year (renewal fees) vs. sale rate. If you're not selling 10–15% of your portfolio annually, your quality is too low or prices are too high.

Renewal Decisions

Every renewal is a buy decision. Before renewing, ask:

1. Has this name received any inquiries in the past year?

2. Has the market for this keyword improved or declined?

3. Can I sell this for 3× renewal cost within 12 months?

If all three are "no" — drop it.

Where to Park Domains

While holding, generate passive income through parking:

Sedo: Best for finance/legal/real estate keywords
ParkingCrew: Good fill rates for English keywords
Bodis: Strong for brand names

Realistic expectation: ₹50–500/month per domain. Don't count on this — treat it as a bonus.

The 12-Month Review

Schedule a quarterly portfolio review:

1. Update valuations on 20% of your portfolio

2. Drop any names that haven't moved in 18+ months

3. Reinvest proceeds into 2–3 quality names

4. Update listing prices based on recent comps

Tax Considerations (India)

Domain income in India is taxed as:

Short-term capital gains (held <24 months): at income slab rate
Long-term capital gains (held 24+ months): 20% with indexation

Keep records of purchase receipts, renewal invoices, and sale agreements. Consult a CA for your specific situation.

Managing a Domain Portfolio Like a Pro