Gerri Detweiler

Gerri Detweiler

Known as a financing and credit expert, Gerri Detweiler has been interviewed in more than 4000 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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Getting Your Small Business Out of Debt

Business debt can be a tool for growth, but when it gets to be too much, it can also prevent …

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7 Ways to Make Your 2024 Taxes Easier

As a small business owner, taxes are probably one of those tasks you try not to think too much about …

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Secured vs Unsecured Credit Card: What’s the Difference?

Highlights: Different credit cards are targeted at different audiences. Some are best for travel, for example, while others are great …

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21+ Vendors That Can Help You Build Business Credit

One of the easiest ways for small business owners to start building business credit is to get net-30 vendor accounts …

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138+ Places You Can Get Your Credit Scores for Free

If you have never tried to check your credit scores, you can’t use the excuse that you don’t want to …

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Why Are My Credit Scores Different?

“Why are my credit scores different?” is a common question because it’s a common occurrence. You check your credit scores …

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Business Line of Credit Requirements: Everything You Need to Know

A business line of credit can be a vital source of working capital for small business owners. Instead of providing …

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Small Business Grant Winners Share Their Strategies for Success

Small business grants are perhaps the most coveted of all types of small business funding. Grants don’t have to be …

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SBA Commercial Real Estate Loans: What You Need to Know

If you’re tired of leasing and are looking for a real estate loan for your business, don’t overlook how SBA …