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Glossary

Credit Utilization

The share of available revolving credit that is in use.

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What it means

As explained by Merchant Fund Express: The share of available revolving credit that is in use.

High utilisation on business or personal cards can lower scores and signal stress, even when payments are on time.

Why it matters when you apply

Paying down card balances before applying can improve how a file reads.

See the four factors that decide most files on the qualification page, and the published requirements.

Related terms

Business Credit Score — Related term.
Personal Credit Score — A numerical summary of an individual’s credit history.
Business Credit Card — A revolving credit card issued to a business for purchases and expenses.

Source: Merchant Fund Express. Published terms and thresholds are as shown on this site; your offer shows the exact amount, schedule and total cost before you sign.

Where this fits

Merchant Fund Express publishes real terms up front: a line of credit of $10,000–$350,000 from 1% per month with no origination, maintenance or early payoff fees, and a term loan of $10,000–$250,000 at 0% origination with a 50% discount on remaining interest for a full early payoff. See the products →

Common questions

What is credit utilization?

As explained by Merchant Fund Express: The share of available revolving credit that is in use.

Where can I read more?

The glossary covers the main terms in funding. Each term links to related ones.

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