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Balance Transfer Calculator

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Compare promo transfer interest and fees versus staying put.

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Is a balance transfer worth a 3% fee?

Compare interest saved during the 0% promo against the transfer fee. Example: $8,000 at 22% APR costs about $147 per month in interest alone. Moving to 0% for 15 months with a 3% fee ($240) saves roughly $1,800+ if paid off before the promo ends. If you cannot clear the balance during 0%, deferred interest or post-promo APR can erase savings—model both paths.

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Estimate transfer fees, interest during a promo window, interest if you keep the current APR, and net savings.

How to use this tool

Enter balance, current APR, fee %, promo APR, promo length, go-to APR after promo, and planned monthly payment. Transfer fees can be entered as a percent of the transfer amount or a flat dollar fee.

Worked example

$6,500 at 21% APR versus 0% for 12 months with 3% transfer fee ($195): paying $400/month clears during promo with fee smaller than avoided interest; paying $200/month may not clear before promo ends.

Common examples

  • $9,000 at 23% → 0% 18 mo with 4% fee; need $525/mo to clear during promo.
  • Deferred interest promo: one month late can charge full back interest.
  • Fee $180 vs ~$1,400 interest saved in 12 months at 22% on $7,500.

How it works

Compares interest if you keep the balance on your current card versus transferring to a promo-rate card (net of the transfer fee). After the promo window, remaining transfer balance continues to amortize at the go-to APR until paid off.

Limitations

Estimates only for educational purposes. Not financial, tax, or legal advice. Verify figures with your lender, advisor, or official IRS/SSA sources before making decisions.

Privacy and file handling

Your data stays on your device and is not uploaded.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What period is compared?

Interest is simulated month by month over the promo length you enter.

Does net savings include the fee?

Yes. Net savings equals interest avoided minus the transfer fee.

Is Balance Transfer Calculator free to use?

Yes. Utilnivo tools are free to use and do not require an account.

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