"TRF Members"

[Numismatist]

Originally Posted by Lol-x

You will not find advertising banners popping up or getting in the way because we don't do that, unlike many other sites.

Thank GOD for that, well actually, thank Steve for that!

Originally Posted by theperchik

Hi,

I have a few small websites that probably have a microscopic amount of traffic compared to this site so my view may be a bit incorrect.

The forum is a vbulletin forum that i believe is a purchase fee and then occasional upgrade fees. So there are def. a few expenses there.

But once the site exists the only cost you should incur is hosting and bandwidth. Judging by the name servers on this URL, i am guessing you have some dedicated hosting. If you can reply (or PM) your space and bandwith requirements I can try and help you find something a bit more affordable.

I am not trying to say i know it all nor do i know how experienced the owner is, or if you use some developers to do all this for you. But I am happy to try and help bring down the cost.

Thanks.
-Paul

Can't speak for the forum, but have witnessed numerous hack/malware/DOS attacks over the years that I'm sure cost some dough to remediate.

Even IF the forums was totally free to run, I would still donate because I have learned sooo much from it and have met so many wonderful people. I'd be just as happy if my donation went to the mods for helping out so much and keeping it a well run place. It's just the right thing to do imho.