Revolving Credit vs Line of Credit

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Revolving credit and line of credit are two types of financing arrangements that provide you with flexible options.

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A revolving line of credit remains open until the lender or borrower closes the account when it is no longer needed.

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A line of credit can have an end date or terms for a time period when you can make payments but not withdrawals.

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Both types of credit have a set amount available to use. Your purchasing power is reduced by the amount you spend.

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In both types of credit, you receive a bill from the lender or credit issuer, typically on a monthly basis.

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In both cases, you can pay a minimum, above the minimum, or the full balance, on each monthly billing cycle.

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The main difference between the two is that revolving is open-ended and can be used repeatedly to a certain limit.

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On the other hand, a line of credit is a one-time arrangement between you and the lender with a term limit.

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In both cases, take credit only if you really need it. Make payments in time and in full to avoid financial pitfalls.

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