Unfortunately CC don't really care about divorce decrees. They will try to collect from whomever they can, they just want their money..period. You do however have a defense, so if you have documentation or can get it. I would let them know the facts and see what happens. CC and collection agencies have a common bond, "intimidation" My personal feeling is don't let them "bully" you.
Credit cards aid to build credit history in the same manner that any debt, whether it is from purchasing a car or by just paying rent. Be responsible with credit cards. You should not overspend.
Only if you have the credit card if your divorsed it dosent matter
No. As an authorized user, you are not legally responsible for his debt. Now, credit score wise, even though you did not create the soon to be bad debt, it still shows up on your credit report.
If your name is not on the account, and the account is not considered a "joint account" by the credit card company, then you should not be held liable for any debt on your wife's credit cards.
Having more credit cards can help build credit by increasing your available credit limit and demonstrating responsible credit usage, which can improve your credit score over time.
A responsible use of credit is paying off your credit cards each month. Another example of using credit responsibly is using it when you need it only.
That means that you are responsible enough to have a credit card. And you can buy things!!
Paying off credit cards can actually help improve your credit score by reducing your overall debt and showing responsible financial behavior.
Yes, but only give it to them if they are responsible or you will have money issues. :)
Unfortunately, you probably cannot remove your name if your ex-husband does not demonstrate the creditworthiness necessary to excuse you from the account. Simply put, the creditor will reserve the right to collect from or sue all primary cardholders regarding the debt unless they believe that removing one applicant from the account will not substantially jeopardize their chances of receiving repayment. Most divorce courts do not consider the names on the accounts when determining who is responsible for repayment. If your ex-husband decides not to pay or misses payments, it could lower your credit score. You may wish to send a copy of any divorce decree that shows that you are not responsible for that credit card to the card issuer. That may be enough to convince them to remove your name from the account.
If you are in a "community property" state, you both are.
Depends on the name of card holder if it is in both names then you must o something about it because that means that both you and your partner are responsible for that card