An authorized-user account can appear on a credit report. If the primary account has a reported late payment, review the entry and the role assigned t
An authorized-user account can appear on a credit report. If the primary account has a reported late payment, review the entry and the role assigned to you.
Check the facts
Confirm with the issuer whether you remain an authorized user and whether the payment history is furnished to your file. Check that you are not mislabeled as an owner.
Next steps
If you no longer want to be on the account, request removal through the issuer and monitor reporting. Dispute only factual errors, including an incorrect responsibility code.
Resources
Safesky resource: https://safeskyconsulting.com/diy/free Official guidance: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/consumer-tools/credit-cards/answers/key-terms/
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This article is general information, not legal or financial advice. Results vary by credit profile.
