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Credit Utilization Optimizer

Credit Utilization Optimizer

Find the optimal way to distribute balances across your credit cards for maximum score impact

Your Credit Cards
Enter your current credit card balances and limits
Utilization30.0%
Utilization26.7%
Current Summary
28.7%
Overall Utilization
$5,700
Available Credit
Optimization Results
Recommended balance distribution for optimal credit scores
Card 1
Current: 30.0%
Optimal: 10.0%
Current Balance: $1,500Pay down $1,000
Current
Optimized
Card 2
Current: 26.7%
Optimal: 10.0%
Current Balance: $800Pay down $500
Current
Optimized
Utilization Guidelines
Excellent (0-10%)
Optimal for highest credit scores
Good (10-30%)
Acceptable but room for improvement
Poor (30%+)
Likely hurting your credit score
Pro Tips
  • Keep individual card utilization below 10% for best results
  • Pay down balances before statement dates to lower reported utilization
  • Consider requesting credit limit increases to lower utilization
  • Don't close old cards - keep them open with zero balances