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Old Dec 24, 2024 | 7:53 am
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javacodeguy
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Originally Posted by Eszpresszo
A major point of concern was that it showed an $1100 balance - a result of my recent purchases - which surprised me. I understood that I was on the hook for paying the card, not him. So, I don't understand why the balance of activity on MY CARD showed up on his profile.
Most credit cards, Chase included, don't issue new numbers for AUs. They can't really tell who's charge is who.

I'm also a bit surprised you're surprised by this. They literally say they will share the info with the credit bureaus when you add an AU. It's also literally one of the major reason people add kids as AUs. It's the easiest way to create a deep credit report before they even turn 18.
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