Emily Maracle

Editor, Small Business Loans

6

Years of editorial experience

EXPERTISE

Small business loans
Funding inequality
Business grants
Bad credit loans

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts, English Literature; University of British Columbia

Many resources are available for new and seasoned small business owners, but it can take time to navigate. Funding inequality and wealth gaps in the U.S. also impact how entrepreneurs access these resources. Acknowledging this and providing tools for all small business owners to succeed is a small way I can help others.
— Emily Maracle

About the author
Emily Maracle is a former small business loans editor for Bankrate.com. She is passionate about creating high-quality content to help educate and make complex financial topics accessible to all readers, especially those looking to start or grow a business.

Emily holds a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from the University of British Columbia. Previously, she worked as an editor and writer in the insurance and real estate industries, specializing in scaling content and businesses while broadening her knowledge in fintech.

Based in New York, Emily enjoys getting outside with her two dogs, reading, living sustainably and all things coffee.
Emily wants you to know
Getting a loan can be a long and complicated process. From prequalifying to meeting lender requirements and applying, the process can take weeks to months. Starting a business is a huge undertaking. I aim to empower others to make educated financial decisions and reduce the stress of taking out a loan — whether it’s their first or fifth. I'm also passionate about helping and advocating for minority business owners and underserved communities. Everyone deserves equal access to funding, whether that's personally or for their small business.

Many resources are available for new and seasoned small business owners, but it can take time to navigate. Funding inequality and wealth gaps in the U.S. also impact how entrepreneurs access these resources. Acknowledging this and providing tools for all small business owners to succeed is a small way I can help others.
— Emily Maracle

Emily's latest articles

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What is an entrepreneur and how to become one

If you want to become an entrepreneur, here are the steps to be successful.

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How to finance a small business for the holidays

There are several small business financing options for the holidays, but you’ll need to budget and plan to find the right fit.

7 min read Nov 29, 2023
Hispanic small business owners statistics

In 2021, Hispanic business owners made up 6.9 percent of all small businesses. Learn more about Hispanic-owned small businesses here.

4 min read Nov 29, 2023
Unique gifts that support small businesses

If you want to be a unique gift giver, shopping small is the way to go.

4 min read Nov 28, 2023
11 grants for farmers

There are federal, state and private grants available for farms to support their growth and development.

11 min read Nov 22, 2023
Budding opportunities for Buddy’s Wine: Serving up unique wine and community engagement

Buddy’s Wine in Ventura, CA, is a new business dedicated to community engagement and support.

4 min read Nov 22, 2023
Do you need a down payment for a business loan?

Down payments are required for some business loans, but not all. Here are the business loans that do and don’t require down payments.

5 min read Nov 21, 2023