Hello guys,
this would be a huge side change. I suggest a "sell the forum gold vs real money" option.
Ofc, something needs to be changed then. so basically, Paul could put a small fee on every transaction (like 3 % of the value

that's where he earns money)
and create an option for players to make it possible to transfer their fg into real money again.
nobody really takes disadvantages and it is much easier to earn some money for good players, too.
It might even make this place more active again because the jsp is compatible with shops (besides the unsureness of scammers and unperm item sellers).
jsp would still be a fun place where you can chat and play just with no intention of earning money, but still make it maybe more active for more advanced players.
And, the meds wouldn't really check for illegal trades that much. It still could be marked as illegal, but most players would definitely go with the legal way then.
Let me know what you think
Take care and have fun