I know what ya mean, cost are so huge on legends, and I have found it is a small group there as well. As to Tram/fel stones, yes, I know what they did and still have one left.

On the good side, I only paid 5 mil for my keep in Dagger Island, not a bad price, but I have given up hope of one day owing a castle. These go for 30+ mil or can be found on ebay.