 TITLE: Will Being an Authorized User Help My Credit? CONTENT: The Bottom Line\n---------------\nUnder the right circumstances, becoming an authorized user can give you access to the world of credit without requiring you to open your own account. Make sure your credit card issuer gives your behavior the recognition it deserves, and pick a worthy primary cardholder. But for an extra boost, pair—or replace—being an authorized user with credit-building strategies that could be even more effective. END