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Gerri Detweiler

Known as a financing and credit expert, Gerri Detweiler has been interviewed in more than 4500 news stories, and answered over 10,000 credit and lending questions online. Her articles have been widely syndicated on sites such as MSN, Forbes, and MarketWatch. She is the author or coauthor of five books, including Finance Your Own Business: Get on the Financing Fast Track. She has testified before Congress on consumer credit legislation.

Articles by Gerri Detweiler

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How to Get a Business Loan: Business Financing Guide 2024

No matter what stage of growth your small business is in, there’s likely going to come a time when you’ll …

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How to Advertise Your Business on Social Media

Today, around seven-in-ten Americans use social media to connect with one another, engage with news content, share information and entertain …

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When Should I Use My Personal Credit for My Business?

Edward Whittaker has grown Great Basin Power, which sells energy equipment, including generators, solar, and energy storage to a six-figure …

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What is the Purpose of Financial Statements?

Have you heard the term “financial statement?” If you’ve owned your own business for some time, we’re betting you have. …

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How Reviews Like Yelp and Google Can Impact Your Business Credit Score

Can online reviews on sites like Yelp or Google affect your business credit scores, or the ability of your business …

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How to Verify a Loan Company’s Legitimacy & Avoid Scams

Business owners often need money to start or grow their business. But startups, very small businesses, business owners with bad …

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9 Ways to Clean Up Your Business Credit

A new year or even a new month can be a great time to tackle tasks you’ve been putting off— …

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Business Credit Cards that Report to TransUnion

A business credit card can help you build business credit, manage expenses, and earn rewards. In addition, it’s often one …

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15 Expert Tips for Scaling Your Small Business

When you’re serious about growing your small business it makes sense to get the best advice possible. You can do …