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| The services offered by new gTLD consultants include assisting with the process of filling out a new gTLD application, guidance through the application process, and in some circumstances, once a gTLD is approved, the consultant will manage the TLD for you. | | The services offered by new gTLD consultants include assisting with the process of filling out a new gTLD application, guidance through the application process, and in some circumstances, once a gTLD is approved, the consultant will manage the TLD for you. |
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| [[Minds + Machines]] offers full service assistance with new gTLD applications. They offer [[Espresso]] registry services, which are based on [[CoCCA]] software, for the management of the registry; your TLD's Espresso installation can either be hosted with Minds + Machines, or can be set up locally so that you may have total control. Espresso is used by many major registrars and 30 ccTLD registrars.<ref>[http://www.mindsandmachines.com/services/registry-services/ Minds + Machines: Registry Services]</ref> They charge a flat rate fee of $100k per year for their services, following a $25k contract fee and another $75k fee at the start of the new gTLD application period.<ref>[http://www.mindsandmachines.com/home/pricing/ Minds + Machines: Pricing]</ref> They offer their services at a discounted price, of up to 50% off, for disadvantaged applicants, such as those from developing nations or non-profit organizations.<ref>[http://www.mindsandmachines.com/home/disadvantaged-applicants/ Minds + Machines: Disadvantaged Applicants]</ref> A step ladder pricing was recently announced for those wanting to apply for [[Brand gTLDs]], allowing applicants to secure their brand at a lower price, with the price of management increasing as usage of the TLD increases.<ref>[http://www.circleid.com/posts/20110921_minds_machines_introduces_new_gtld_program_for_brands/ CircleID: Minds + Machines Introduces New gTLD Program for Brands]</ref>
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| ===Right of the Dot=== | | ===Right of the Dot=== |