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I use vultr for a webserver (not for Steem witnessing) and they are impressive from a performance perspective, but I agree they are too pricey and especially for witnessing. I currently pay under $100 per month for 96GB RAM in LA. I recommend checking out the industry forums for better deals - it may take a few days and the deals come and go every day.

My other host, and privex are both more, last I looked.

also, I have a sealed bet for $1000.00 with a friend that you were gonna say that, so thank you!

LOL. Spend that $1000 wisely.