Credit Utilization Ratio - How to Discuss

Credit utilization ratio

What is credit utilization ratio and why is it important? Your credit card usage is the available credit you use on your credit cards. Your credit utilization ratio is your reported balance divided by your credit limit. Lenders may be concerned about using your credit card because they can provide information about your financial capabilities and how you handle your money.

How is my credit utilization ratio calculated?

Credit usage is calculated by dividing the credit card balance by the credit limit. For example, the result is a decimal number. Multiply that number by 100 (or move the decimal two places to the right) to get the percentage. The result is the utilization rate of your loan.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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