Have you ever wondered about the difference between an authorized user and a joint account holder for your credit card? It’s a commonly asked question with a not-so-simple answer — and the details ...

Being an authorized user on another person’s credit card can help you establish your credit history. Parents might add their children to help launch them into adulthood. Or spouses may share an ...

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Authorized users won’t be responsible for any debt, but they may be left without a credit card account. Many or all of the products on this page are from partners who compensate us when you click to ...

Evan Coleman is an Updates Editor on the Credit Cards and Travel Rewards team at Forbes Advisor, showcasing his interest in personal finance and love of travel. He has written for a variety of local ...