debt to credit ratio

hi guys a couple of questions i need help on:

  • how important is a the debt to credit ratio
  • whats a good ratio to have
  • is it lender specific
cheers :confused:

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  • michael1983l
    michael1983l Posts: 1,916 Forumite
    Hi, your debt to available credit ratio is important. Never apply for anything if you are using more than 75% of available credit as you are unlikely to get a good deal.

    It is also important to have a debt to income ratio of below 50%
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