Best Small Business Loans of October 2025
When it comes to choosing the best small business loans, our guide can help you compare the best rates and terms available to help you fund your business.
21 min read
Oct 31, 2025
Olivia Chen
Former Senior Writer, SMB Loans
EXPERTISE
- Small-business
- Small-business loans
- Finance
EDUCATION
- B.A. in anthropology, University of Notre Dame
- ABA certified in Business and Commercial Lending
Olivia joined Bankrate with eight years of experience in small business — both in small-business lending and covering small-business loans. She has a strong background in translating complex financial information into clear and engaging narratives.
Olivia is certified in business and commercial lending through the American Banker’s Association. Her writing has appeared in The Associated Press and NASDAQ among other publications.
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