Well, people that drop out normally don't get paid at all, because they didn't fulfill the requirement to keep the signature for the period you agreed upon. We decided that that isn't fair and we will use the leftovers to pay people anyway. I know that this isn't optimal and we might have to change it to just pay out right now.
Yes. However, normally when conditions change, people are given the choice of opting out of the contract
at no penalty. Treating these people second does apply a strong penalty.
Example: My internet plan rose from $60 to $70 a year ago. The plan is on a 2 year contract. I was notified and had the opportunity to break out of the 2 year contract (no early termination fee) if I do not wish to continue.
I'll be sending out PMs and leaving feedback to the people that still carry this signature.