Buying a domain name already owned

[flyingjase]

I would like to buy a domain name (.NL) that has been registered by the current owner since July 2005. It has a holding page but is not in use and the owner's business (as far as I can see) has no relation to the domain itself.

I have tried making a direct approach to buy the domain but never hear back from the guy, so was wondering if there are any companies that specilaise in trying to secure domains like this?

Any tips would be appreciated

Jason

[Muzzlehatch]

Try www.sedo.co.uk

[LivinLaVidaLotus]

Whilst it may not be in use for a website, it could well be in use for email - I know we have a number of domains like that hosted with us, where there's no site (execept a holding page) but there's extensive email usage. Just a thought

[flyingjase]

Thanks guys - appreciate your input.

Interesting thought around email only

[schueymcfee]

I managed to get hold of a domain after numerous emails and no response I put his name and address into Google and managed to find a business phone number - phoned him up and job done - apparently he frequently got email enquiries but just ignored them, my phoning made him realise I was serious. Just a thought!

[flyingjase]

Have tried loads of calls but never got hold of the decision maker

Just registered with the Sedo acquisition service so let's see how they get on