So, it's a bit of a long-running thing with me... that I continue to comment that YC = $20k + all the extra benefits. The issue I have with YC is that I think

So, it's a bit of a long-running thing with me... that I continue to comment that YC = $20k + all the extra benefits. The issue I have with YC is that I think the 'extra benefits' can be gained in other ways that doesn't require you to put a valuation on your company. I've been living here in SF for many years and I feel I have access to many of the 'extra benefits' YC gives through my own network (without having to take a specific route of funding)