Calculator Inputs
Example Data Table
| Case | Average Balance | Required Balance | Account Age | Deposits/Month | Overdrafts (6m) | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stable Saver | $6,200 | $4,000 | 30 months | 5 | 0 | Eligible |
| Growing Account | $3,900 | $4,000 | 10 months | 3 | 1 | Borderline |
| Irregular Cashflow | $2,200 | $4,000 | 6 months | 1 | 3 | Not Eligible |
Formula Used
- Average balance (direct): Use your reported average daily balance for the period.
- Average balance (estimate): Average ≈ (Start balance + End balance) ÷ 2.
- Balance ratio: Ratio = Average balance ÷ Required minimum balance.
- Score (0–100): Balance (0–50) + Age (5–20) + Deposits (0–15) + Overdrafts (0–15).
- Target with cushion: Target = Required balance × (1 + Cushion% ÷ 100).
How to Use This Calculator
- Select a product type and your currency symbol.
- Choose how you want to provide your balance information.
- Enter the required minimum balance from your target provider.
- Set a cushion percent to protect against balance dips.
- Fill in account age, deposit frequency, and overdraft count.
- Click Calculate Eligibility to view the result above the form.
- Use the download buttons to save a CSV or PDF summary.
Why average balance drives eligibility
Lenders and account providers often treat average balance as a liquidity signal. A steadier balance suggests you can absorb routine bills without relying on short term credit. This tool converts your balance into a balance ratio, then maps it into a 0–50 score range to keep comparisons consistent across products. If you only know start and end balances, the midpoint estimate is a quick approximation, but daily averaging is better when balances swing from large payments or transfers. Consider using the same period each month, such as the last 30 days, to keep comparisons fair and actionable.
Reading the balance ratio and cushion
The balance ratio equals average balance divided by the required minimum. A ratio of 1.00 means you meet the threshold; 0.75 indicates a material shortfall. The cushion setting builds a practical buffer by raising the target to Required × (1 + Cushion%). Many applicants use 5–15% to reduce the risk of dipping below minimums.
Stability signals beyond the balance
Two users with the same balance can look very different. Account age adds 5–20 points because longer history reduces uncertainty. Deposit frequency adds up to 15 points to reward predictable inflows, such as salary or recurring sales deposits. Overdrafts subtract opportunity by limiting that same 15 point band.
Turning the score into an action plan
A total score near 80 typically aligns with strong readiness, but the tool also checks whether your ratio is close to the minimum. If you are borderline, focus first on closing the gap to the required balance, then on overdraft reduction. Even one fewer overdraft can shift the tier, especially when deposits are steady.
Using downloads to track progress
Exporting a CSV creates a dated snapshot you can compare month to month. The PDF summary is useful when sharing targets with a partner or advisor. Track average balance, gap to target, and overdrafts across a quarter to confirm that improvements are durable rather than a one week spike.
FAQs
What does “average balance” mean here?
Average balance is the typical balance you maintained over a chosen period. Enter your bank’s average daily balance, or estimate it using start and end balances when detailed daily data is unavailable.
How accurate is the start and end balance estimate?
It is a quick midpoint approximation: (start + end) ÷ 2. It works best when balances change gradually. If you have large swings from bills or transfers, a true daily average will be more reliable.
What makes someone “Eligible” in this calculator?
Eligibility depends on both the total score and how close your balance is to the required minimum. Higher ratios, longer account age, steady deposits, and fewer overdrafts push results toward the Eligible tier.
Why add a cushion percent above the minimum?
A cushion helps prevent temporary dips from pushing you below the minimum requirement. It creates a target balance above the threshold so you can maintain eligibility even during normal spending cycles.
Can overdrafts hurt even with a strong balance?
Yes. Overdrafts reduce the overdraft component of the score and may signal instability. Cutting overdrafts often improves the tier faster than increasing deposits, especially when the balance requirement is already met.
Do the CSV and PDF downloads store my data online?
No. The downloads are generated in your browser session from the values you enter. The file is created on demand and sent directly to you, without storing your inputs in a database.