Gerri Detweiler
Articles by Gerri Detweiler
What Small Business Owners Should Know about 0% APR Credit Card Offers
Given the opportunity to borrow money with no interest to start or grow their business, many small business owners would …
NAICS Trends How and Where to Explore
As a small business owner, you may not have access to consultants, research reports and other data larger businesses often …
Business Lifecycle Stages – The Importance of Funding at Each Stage
Entrepreneur Tara Bosch sold her company, Smart Sweets, in 2020 for $360 million. She worked hard in the early stages …
Tradelines vs. Business Loans: Which Is Better for Building Your Business Credit?
Shortcuts are great when you’re a small business owner. Finding a way to do something faster, easier and more efficiently—without …
Can Hard Money Loans Help Build Your Business Credit?
Hard money loans are often used by real estate investors and other business owners to purchase real estate quickly. Can …
Common Mistakes That Hurt Your Business Credit and How to Avoid Them
Key takeaways: You may know that checking your business credit reports is a smart idea. But what happens if you …
Is an MBA Worth It in 2024?
When Camilla Jeffs went back to school to earn her MBA, she was 36 years old with five young children. …
ROBS (Rollover as Business Startups): Pros, Cons, Risks and Alternatives
If you want to start a business that requires significant capital—think a restaurant, or buying a franchise—you either need to …
Building Business Credit History With Everyday Expenses
“I don’t want to take on debt for my business.” That’s a frequent comment I’ve heard from small business owners …