I don't feel comfortable upgrading but paying $9.99 to earn double of others so 4 cents per thread and 2 cents per comment is what you'll be getting and your investment of $9.99 can be regained in 10 daysIt seems impractical for me to upgrade and pay $10 a month, better save that money to your bank. It is not easy to raise that amount especially if unknown circumstances occur like a blackout, so there is no continuity of posting in the forum.