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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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The Difference Between Personal and Business Credit Reports

You probably already know that when you want to borrow money, your credit is one of the first keys to …

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8 Reasons to Start Your Business in 2024

Do you want to start your own business, but find yourself debating if now is the right time to launch? …

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4 Business Loans for Veterans

Those that serve our country deserve to be supported both before, during, and after service. What if entrepreneurship is their …

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Why Lenders Require Personal Guarantees for Business Loans

If you’re looking for financing for your small business, you may have heard the concept of leveraging “Other People’s Money …

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Business Loans You Can Get Without a Personal Guarantee or Documents

Many small business loans require a personal guarantee, especially unsecured business loans without collateral. But not every small business owner …

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What Address Should I Use for My Business?

When you’re starting your business, you have many decisions to make. Some will be straightforward, and others will seem straightforward …

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A Small Business Success Secret You Can Easily Steal

What’s the one thing that unites a company that grows crickets for food, one that solves an embarrassing health problem, …

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Help! My Business Credit Cards Are Close to the Limits

He was trying to remain upbeat, but it was clear the entrepreneur I was talking with was worried. He had …

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Leverage Credit for Business Growth in 2024

How does credit impact your small business, and how can you use it to your advantage? Here’s a step-by-step guide …