Does getting a credit card with someone with good credit help you slowly rebuild bad credit?

I used to have credit cards in which where sent to collections about 3 years ago. I've applied for credit cards, but they all deny me due to my credit history. I was told if I have someone who has GOOD credit add me in their credit card account then that would help me bring up my credit score.

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1. yes and also try a prepaid credit card and use it for every thing you buy food shopping,gas,car payments etc.
2. It depends on the policy of the company. Some will only report you as an "Authorized User" if you are family. You need to call the company and see what their policy is on reporting "Authorized Users" Oh, and ignore the user talking about "prepaid" credit cards. They are a waste of your money in transaction fees and they don nothing to build your credit. Get yourself a checking/savings account with a VISA debit card. Most banks have some type of "free" account. Good Luck
3. Try doing the opposite. See if you can get someone with good credit to co-sign on your loan or credit card. Co-signers usually do not benefit as much from a good credit history, but sure get in trouble if there is a missed payment or default. It can ruin the co-signer's credit. If you have a friend who will co-sign your card or loan, it will help you more. I did that with a friend who filed for bankruptcy, and had a very difficult time getting credit. They needed a credit card to reserve a hotel, buy plane tickets, or general emergencies. I had super good credit, so the credit card company had no problem giving us a card. It helped her pull out of bankruptcy.
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