Discuss and answer at least two of the questions listed below in detail, or any related topic you'd like to add. Remember, you need at least two substantive posts per chapter for full credit:

From what sources might a corporation obtain funds through long-term debt? What is a bond indenture? What does it contain?

What are zero-interest bonds? How are they presented in the financial statements? Why would a company issue zero-interest bonds?

What are the benefits and drawbacks of high-yield bonds? What is off-balance sheet financing? What is the idea behind it? Is it ethical?