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The Optimal Utilization % On Credit Cards

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newportguy
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The Optimal Utilization % On Credit Cards

I see a lot of post on here saying ( PIF each month) . The way i get the most out of my utilization is having a 1% at the first of each month ,for the optimal credit score for that month . Any Comments !!!!!


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brother7
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Re: The Optimal Utilization % On Credit Cards

You can do BOTH!

 

Definition: PIF = pay the Statement Balance by the Due Date

 

Example:

Credit Line = $1000, Statement Balance = $500, Charges made after Statement Date = $500

If you PIF, you will pay $500, leaving $500 to report on the Next Statement Date.

If you pay MORE THAN THE STATEMENT BALANCE, ie $990, then the remaining $10 (1% of 1000) will be the New Balance on the Next Statement Date.

 

Kill 2 birds with 1 stone... PIF AND 1% UTILIZATION Heart



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