BEE-spoke-data/consumer-finance-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-07-06
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TN
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem
Sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Complaint:
On XXXX XXXX I sent in a letter to Experian. I sent disputing the validity of the 2 bankruptcies they are reporting on my credit report. They responded with a letter stating that they " verified '' this item through XXXX XXXX, I went directly to XXXX to dispute the item in question and XXXX XXXX could not verify this item so they deleted it from their database. I have also attached the doc. 

I then went back to Experian on XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  all of the year XXXX. I showed them the deleted bankruptcy from XXXX XXXX informing them that if they could not reveal how they truly verified this item then it needs to be deleted according to the FCRA. They have once again refused to delete this item which is imploding on my ability to purchase a home and causing me to pay XXXX  more in interest every year. 

This item needs to be deleted from my credit report if it can not be verified within 30 days.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2022-09-16
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem
Sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Complaint:
Despite multiple written requests, the unverified account listed below continue to report on my credit report in violation of federal law. The last letter I sent to the Equifax and XXXX credit bureaus was dated XX/XX/XXXX2022 but I never received a response from them. These accounts must be validated in accordance with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). If you do not validate this account, I will take legal action against you. Please follow the law so that this matter can be resolved as soon as possible. XXXX OF XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$33.00} or XXXX OF XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$33.00}.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-07-25
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: WV
Product: Credit card or prepaid card
Sub-product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Fees or interest
Sub-issue: Unexpected increase in interest rate

Complaint:
My complaint is an umbrella complaint about consumer credit card rates across the board. 

Companies like XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Synchrony Bank, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, and ESPECIALLY XXXXXXXX XXXX are charging way too much interest on consumer credit cards. 

For example, I have a XXXX  branded XXXX  from Synchrony bank. When I got the card, I had a credit score of less than XXXX. The interest rate was XXXX XXXX. However, I have had the card for more than two years, I have had 100 % on-time payment history, up to and including making extra payments. However, last month, I discovered that my rate has jumped to XXXX  %. My credit score has gone up to XXXX and back down under XXXX in the past year due to high utilization. However, my credit is now back up over XXXX with XXXX and XXXX ( BOTH of whom are still using the OUTDATED and OBSOLETE XXXX  XXXX credit scoring system instead of the XXXX XXXX or upgrading to the more ACCURATE XXXX XXXX XXXX ) and XXXX with XXXX. Yet, Synchrony still raised my rates. 

I understand between XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX  for fair credit, which is where mine fall. I understand a XXXX XXXX cap and an annual fee for bad credit. However, XXXX XXXX is absolutely UNACCEPTABLE for any situation, regardless of credit scores. And the fact that my history shows 100 % payment history and paying MORE than the minimum payments each month should be taken into consideration by all companies. 

Furthermore, with the economic depression created by covid, multiple layoffs, and people trying to get back on their feet, and improving repayment histories, the US Treasury needs to CAP the amount of interest that credit card companies can charge on unsecured debt to XXXX XXXX or less and secured debt to XXXX XXXX or less, and make the cap retroactive, and direct these companies to credit their customers with a calculated difference of interest.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2020-10-02
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NV
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem
Sub-issue: Was not notified of investigation status or results

Complaint:
I recently sent letters over 60 days ago to this bureau and they are disregarding a regular consumer dispute. Im beyond stressed and at my wits end. I have been sending letters before this and still they have not sent a response. Please help its having a huge damaging effect on my credit report and score.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2021-06-10
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

Complaint:
HELLO IVE BEEN TRYING TO REACH OUT TO THE THREE CREDIT BUREAUS. ABOUT THESE INACCURATE NEGATIVE ACCIOUNTS THAT I BELIEVE ARE NOT MINE.I SENT A LETTER REQUESTNG THAT I WANTED TO SEE VARIABLE PROOF OF THE FOLLOWING ACOOUNT THAT I HAVE NOT RECEIVED. I HAVE DISPUTED 2 TIMES. ALL THREE BUREAUS ARE IN VIOLATION ON 15 USC 1681B. XXXX XXXX XXXX {$27000.00} I HAVE BEEN DISPUTING SINCE XX/XX/2021 ACCOUNT NUMBER- XXXX.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-05
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NJ
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

Complaint:
When I reviewed my credit report, I discovered that some of the information was erroneous. The 3 credit bureaus must validate these items in line with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not authorized to fail to validate these reporting items as unverified information without providing any proof within the period allowed by law. The following items that need to be investigated and corrected from erroneous reporting in my file are listed on my credit report. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-05-04
Company: SANTANDER HOLDINGS USA, INC.
State: IL
Product: Debt collection
Sub-product: Auto debt
Issue: False statements or representation
Sub-issue: Attempted to collect wrong amount

Complaint:
I never had a contract with this debt collector for any debt. Please provide proof from the original creditor that this debt collector owns this debt and has the legal authority to collect it or delete this account. ''. I don't agree with the results of your investigation. Please mail me the proof of your investigation and proof of the negative payment status for this account, or delete the negative information in this account. account. Also you stated this account is reporting accurately, however, I see multiple discrepancies with my credit report, even after your investigation, so not only did you not provide me with the proper paperwork you lied about the information being correct none of your dates or amount match what you said provided to the other 2 credit bureaus if you continue to report incorrect, unverified and made up information I will be reporting this as I have a right to a correct and credit report I asked in the previous dispute you provided me With the information and I didnt receive anything only false updates on the accounts

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-18
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NC
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-issue: Personal information incorrect

Complaint:
Please remove the incorrect addresses from my credit file. 
They have never been used by me for mailing or credit application purposes. I have requested for them to be removed many times. This is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I have attached a notarized certificate of residence affidavit as well.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-07-06
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-issue: Personal information incorrect

Complaint:
I am writing to bring attention to the fraudulent personal information associated with my identity. There are certain accounts and transactions that have been falsely linked to me without my knowledge or consent, causing significant distress and concern. I have become a victim of identity theft and have taken immediate action by reporting the incident. It is of utmost importance to address this matter promptly, as it has had a detrimental impact on my financial well-being and personal reputation. I kindly request your cooperation in removing all fraudulent information from my credit report and conducting a thorough investigation into this matter. I am prepared to provide any necessary evidence and, if required, pursue legal action to safeguard my rights and seek appropriate compensation. I sincerely appreciate your prompt attention to this urgent matter.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2020-10-02
Company: Shellpoint Partners, LLC
State: TX
Product: Mortgage
Sub-product: Conventional home mortgage
Issue: Trouble during payment process

Complaint:
Here 's my complaint for anyone to read and judge. In XXXX I was with XXXX XXXX for my servicer and was a bit late with my taxes {$33.00} but managed to pay. My reason for not paying was medical. I had already a payment arrangement with my Tax Office and agreed to pay the late payment. I wasn't aware the Fannie Mae sold it or transfer it to Shellpoint /NewREz , an boy this company has bad ratings with consumers already. This company through XXXX contracted a 3rd party agency to check my taxes ( called XXXX, they shared later after speaking with them that Shellpoint added escrow and insurance which I've been paying myself for the last 5 years. I contacted the servicer and asked them why? their answer was they can do whatever they want. I felt as ex-military that my rights weren't of importance. Not only have they added escrow to my account and charging for past late taxes when they weren't the server then but also adding insurance to  my statement knowing that I've been paying on it and never behind or late. I believe we don't have any right in this world we live in now. It's a shame when someone doesn't even inform you there doing this. As of today XX/XX/XXXX, I am in forbearance until XX/XX/XXXX, and have mailed several payment and statement showing these payments not being applied and still being charged for insurance after my agent at XXXX send these idiots the 3rd copy of my insurance declaration page

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2020-10-02
Company: PayNearMe MT, Inc.
State: CA
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service
Sub-product: Foreign currency exchange
Issue: Fraud or scam

Complaint:
Was making payments via barcode or paynearme.com service

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-05
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

Complaint:
The weight of this ordeal has grown increasingly burdensome as each day passes without resolution. My attempts to seek justice and protection against the heinous crime of identity theft have gone unanswered for an inexcusable length of time. It is deeply disheartening to think that despite my diligent efforts to provide the necessary documentation and follow your bureau 's guidelines, I remain in a state of distress, insecurity, and uncertainty. The toll this has taken on my financial stability and emotional well-being can not be overstated. I demand that you acknowledge and investigate my identity theft claims with the utmost urgency. It is not only my right as a consumer but also a fundamental necessity for restoring my peace of mind and financial stability. The following accounts have been reported on my credit profile : XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Please delete these accounts ASAP.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2022-09-16
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

Complaint:
This is just troublesome! The Credit Bureaus have been ignoring my letters as well as their responsibility to comply with the FCRA section 605b! I have been sending dispute letters asking for the Credit Bureaus to remove the dispute accounts and information from my Credit Report for I believe I have been a victim of identity theft. The last letter I sent was dated XX/XX/2022 with complete attachments of my personal information such as my Driver 's license as well as the ID THEFT REPORT I received from the FTC. I have been a victim of identity theft and that the Items I am disputing were the results of such crime. By the provisions of the FCRA section 605b, I am submitting this CFPB Complaint to request that the Credit Bureaus remove the following fraudulent items completely from my Credit report as soon as possible : XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) XXXX Balance : {$230.00XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX (  Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX ) XXXX Balance : {$710.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$1400.00}. If the Credit Reporting Agencies feel there is a possibility these accounts belong to me I will require all documentation that bears my signature. If the Credit Bureaus do not provide any records & claim the item is verified please understand I will seek legal action. I do not take kindly to games nor does my attorney. So please comply with the law so this matter can be handled swiftly.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2022-04-06
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CO
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem
Sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Complaint:
I requested Account validation from XXXX XXXX XXXX in XX/XX/XXXX. I received no response from the company. In XX/XX/XXXX I sent a letter to all three credit bureaus to validate the debt, which I also received no response. This debt is not been able to be validated, which all three bureaus put in the comments on my credit report that the account has been disputed which there has obviously been no investigation, Also this is reporting inaccurately as an open account. Ive enclosed supporting documents.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-16
Company: ALLY FINANCIAL INC.
State: TX
Product: Checking or savings account
Sub-product: Checking account
Issue: Closing an account
Sub-issue: Can't close your account

Complaint:
Contacted Ally via chat on XX/XX/2023 to close my checking account after calling and being on hold more than 30 minutes. I told XXXX from Florida more than a dozen times to cancel the account but she kept asking questions and telling me about products trying to get me to change my mind. Chat lasted more than 15 minutes and she refused to close the account unless I gave her access to an external account. Checking balance is {$0.00} and interest would be less than XXXX cents so its not like they are going to send that to me anyway and its just a scam to get permission to conduct transactions on an external bank account. They have all my info and could send a check if need be but XXXX continued to request access to an external bank account.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2022-09-16
Company: JPMORGAN CHASE & CO.
State: CA
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service
Sub-product: Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Fraud or scam

Complaint:
I have sent a totally of {$1400.00} & {$200.00} through XXXX. A girl was doing some type of cash investment to earn {$2500.00} if I did everything she had ask for. Her name on XXXX is XXXX. Ive reported on XXXX that it was a scam & I called my chase account as well. The reason I fell for it is because I needed the money for bills and rent. It is not cheap living in XXXX XXXX. Chase couldnt help me retrieve my money & XXXX  denied me as well. This happened XX/XX/XXXX, Ive been calling non stop & they told me to wait. Until yesterday they finally said they couldnt help me. Because of this scam I worked my XXXX off to pay my bills and rent. Ive messaged the girl to return my money & but she didnt. Ive been with chase for years & Since chase didnt help me I am closing the account when I get the chance to at the branch.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-11-08
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: TX
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service
Sub-product: Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Money was not available when promised

Complaint:
On XX/XX/XXXX PayPal put a hold on our account. There was no prior notification, I just logged in the hold was there. There was around XXXX  in the account that I needed to transfer over into our business account. These funds were partially to be used for payroll on XX/XX/XXXX. I ended up borrowing to meet my payroll as these funds were not made available until after that date. I complained to the XXXX and to PayPal and explained that they were failing in their fiduciary responsibilities as a payment processor for our business. We have used PayPal for our business since XXXX. We have had XXXX chargebacks in all of that time. Both times were to XXXX a XXXX management company. They pay their invoice with a virtual card and we refund them XXXX XXXX of the invoice ( before sales tax ). A different employee processed the payment and forgot to process the refund. I finally got access to those funds from XXXX and we have been working on finding a different processor. We actually have XXXX, but were not going to make the switch until a later date. 

Today, XX/XX/XXXX I logged on and my account is again flagged and again I am being asked to provide information on my business. I just did this XXXX months ago and now my money is held up by them. If you go to their XXXX page, you'll see numerous complaints about having the same problems. It seems as if PayPal is randomly holding business money. I called and spoke to a manager who said they couldn't do anything and the only way to receive my funds was to send the requested information. They are requesting invoices for certain charges, which is an simple matter. However, they also want receipts for each item on the invoice ( we are an automotive repair shop ). On one invoice I couldn't send all receipts for items billed because they only allow XXXX uploads and I had more than that.

I again have payroll next XXXX and can not access my funds. 
I have had scam invoices sent to my business and PayPal says they are aware and can't remove it, but they can keep me from accessing my own funds for days, without explanation. The manager I spoke with said they understood my frustration since its only been XXXX months, but they could not override and allow me access I had to provide the requested information. 

It is frustrating to say the least that this company says they support small businesses, yet make it more difficult to access funds our business has already earned! These funds were paid to MY shop for work we have done. PayPal is simply the processor who gets a percentage of those payments for processing the cards for us, yet they keep doing this.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-04-19
Company: BARCLAYS BANK DELAWARE
State: NV
Product: Credit card or prepaid card
Sub-product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Struggling to pay your bill
Sub-issue: Credit card company won't work with you while you're going through financial hardship

Complaint:
I havent received a call from Barclays in months and their app isnt user friendly to make payments. I have contacted them in the past in reference to not allowing my bank account to be used. I have a hard time using technology their app isnt user friendly. Thats how I fell behind in the first place as well as I never received call about my account. I would like to settle my account but they have never gave me an option to do that.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-16
Company: DISCOVER BANK
State: NV
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report
Sub-issue: Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize

Complaint:
I checked my credit score through the XXXX Banking app, it went down by XXXX points. Notes says Inquiry by Discover Financial Services I contacted Discover and they said no accounts were made using my information. I did not make or apply for an account with Discover. I did not authorize any company recently to run my credit.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief