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Can an authorized user continue to use and pay the bill after the death of the primary account holder?
You were an authorized user of the card and should be able to use it any time.
It's not a fraud for you to use the card. That is... unless you made the charges on the card while knowing that the bill would not be paid because of the primary card holder's death. That could be considered fraud.
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Can you be responsible for the primary user credit card charges even when you were removed from being an authorized user?
If you were only an authorized user and not a joint account holder, you should never be responsible for the primary account holder's debt.
If you are an authorized user on a credit card and the primary holder dies are you resonsible for the debt?
An authorized user on a credit card can be responsible on an account in which the primary card holder passes. The creditor looks at the situation as the authorized card holder was able to make purchases with the account, and should be held liable, even in the event of the primary's death.
Does the primary Victoria secret account holder and authorized buyer receive separate cards?
Yes, in a Victoria's Secret credit account, the primary account holder and authorized buyers typically receive separate cards. The primary account holder is the main account owner, while authorized buyers are individuals granted permission to use the account. Each card allows the respective user to make purchases using the same credit line associated with the account.
Do authorized users receive their own card?
Yes, authorized users typically receive their own card linked to the primary account holder's account.
If the primary card holder gives a friend a secondary card to use is the secondary user responsible for the dept or is the primary card holder solely responsible?
It depends if the secondary card holder is a "Joint Account Member" or a "Authorized User". The joint account member is responsible for the balance, the authorized user is not.
Can an authorized user close an account?
No, an authorized user typically cannot close an account. Authorized users are granted permission to use the account but do not have the authority to make significant changes, such as closing the account. Only the primary account holder or account owner has the right to close the account.
How can an authorized user on a credit card become the primary user?
An authorized user on a credit card can become the primary user by requesting the primary account holder to transfer the account to their name. This usually involves contacting the credit card issuer to discuss the process, which may include a credit check and approval based on the authorized user's creditworthiness. Once approved, the authorized user will assume full responsibility for the account, including payment obligations. The primary account holder may also need to remove themselves from the account during this transition.
Who signs the authorized signature on a check?
The authorized signature on a check is typically signed by the account holder or an individual authorized by the account holder to sign on their behalf.
If you are a authorized user on a credit card and the primary holder is not paying the bill can the authorized user be held responsible?
No. Authorized Users are NOT liable for the debt, only the PRIMARY on the account is liable.
When asked must credit card companies remove you as an authorized user from an account even without the consent of the primary card-holder?
Credit card companies are usually responsive ONLY to the primary card holder. They generally will not speak to, or honor requests from authorized users.
If a person has been added as an authorized user in the past on a credit card and the primary card holder has requested they be removed as an authorized user will the account discontinue being reporte?
Yes
What is a Primary Account Holder?
Primary account holder is the person on whose name the bank account is created in the first place. Ex: Assuming you have a bank account and then once you get married you would include your spouse as a joint account holder. you will be the primary account holder and your spouse would be the secondary holder.
