Assume that DIY Chef decides to raise outside capital to hire more employees and accelerate its expansion. To raise this money, it is considering approaching: (a) a BANK for a loan; (b) a GROUP of current and faithful clients; or, (c) a wealthy individual named ANGEL (assume that ANGEL is an accredited investor). What is a potential benefit of approaching the BANK for a loan (instead of approaching the GROUP or ANGEL for the capital)?

A. The BANK loan will not count as debt that needs to be reported on the balance sheet

B. The BANK, if its a typical bank, will gladly lend money to new ventures and not require any collateral or a guarantees

C. The BANK could provide an interest-only loan, which means the principal will never need to be repaid

D. DIY Chef will only need to pay the BANK interest and repay the loan principal (the BANK will not share any of the equity gains)