Let's not complicate SK.
A.If a top contributor on SK forums started his/her own blog would I read it? Yes....Would I pay for it,No.
B. If a qualified leader in the investment banking sector started a blog,would I read it? Yes....would I be willing to pay for it,yes.
Contributors give info,analysis and speculation because they feel they have something to offer those who are lacking....we don't go to them and ask for their opinions,if we did then we'd be willing to pay them for that service.
In order for contributors to be paid,you must all be willing to pay to view SK...
'Everybody needs money,that's why they call it money!'