Credit Cards & Utilization

Know the Balance-to-Limit Ratio You’re Looking At.

Credit cards are easier to understand when you separate balance, limit, statement timing and payment obligations.

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Calculate Utilization.

This calculator only calculates the ratio from the numbers you enter. It does not predict a score change.

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Dates Matter

Purchase Date, Statement Date and Due Date Are Different.

Purchase Date

When a transaction occurs.

Statement Closing Date

When the billing cycle closes and the statement balance is created.

Payment Due Date

When the required payment is due under the card agreement.

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