This wouldn't be as much of an issue if some time had been spent investigating whether other methods of paid sign up exist. We got the issue sorted up in #witness on chat, but still; this is something that could easily have been avoided. The last thing Steemit needs is for new users to find Jerry's method, pay the fee, and then realize afterward that there were cheaper methods.
New users don't know where to look or what to look for. Those of us that have been here and have a high enough reputation have, and they should know better. I'm just glad it was sorted.
Thank you so much Anarcho.