"A balance transfer is the one financial move where the fine print can completely reverse the math. The 0% APR is real. The fee is real. The deadline is real. Run the numbers before you touch anything."

Balance Transfer Calculator

Enter your balance, current APR, and the transfer offer. Get the exact break-even date, total interest saved, and Claire's verdict.

Your Current Debt

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The amount you want to transfer
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Check your statement or card app
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What you can realistically pay each month

The Transfer Offer

Select the offer you're considering, or enter custom terms below.

Standard Offer 0% for 15 months · 3% fee
Extended 0% Offer 0% for 18 months · 3% fee
Long 0% Period 0% for 21 months · 5% fee
No-Fee Offer 0% for 12 months · 0% fee
Custom / Other Enter terms manually below
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Length of the 0% intro period
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Typically 3–5% of balance transferred
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The go-to rate once 0% ends

Worth It

Without Transfer

$0

Total interest paid staying on current card

With Transfer

$0

Transfer fee + interest if any remaining after 0% period

Payoff Timeline

Month 0

Claire's Math

Cards Claire Recommends For This Transfer

Based on your balance and payoff timeline. Verify current terms before applying — offers change.

Claire's Tip

"Want me to send you this breakdown? I'll also flag you if a better offer shows up for your balance size. —Claire"

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Important: This calculator uses simple amortization math and publicly documented balance transfer mechanics [as of 2026 — verify current terms with each issuer]. It does not account for minimum payment requirements, variable APR adjustments, or promotional terms that differ from the standard offer. Not financial advice. Always confirm terms directly with the card issuer before transferring a balance.
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Page updated June 2026