Debt
Credit Utilization
How much of your available credit you're using.
In plain language
Balance divided by limit. Using $2,000 of a $10,000 limit is 20% utilization.
Why it matters
It's one of the fastest-moving inputs to a credit score.
Put it to work
Own more. Owe less.
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