Consumer complaint received 2023-12-14
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MO
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem
Sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Complaint:
I am writing to express my deep frustration and dissatisfaction with the numerous unsuccessful attempts to correct late open accounts, remove late closed accounts, and address charge-offs on my credit report. Despite my persistent efforts and compliance with the dispute resolution process, these inaccuracies persist, causing significant distress and adversely impacting my financial standing. 

I have diligently followed the established dispute resolution process, submitting dispute letters, providing supporting documentation, and engaging in communication with your representatives. Despite these efforts, the inaccuracies persist, significantly impacting my creditworthiness and creating obstacles in securing credit and favorable interest rates. 

I request an immediate and thorough investigation into these matters to rectify the inaccuracies on my credit report. I expect a detailed response withinthe exact timeframe acknowledging the receipt of this complaint and outlining the steps that will be taken to address and correct the late open accounts, remove the late closed accounts, and resolve the charge-offs. 

Should this matter not be resolved promptly, I XXXX be compelled to escalate my complaint to regulatory authorities and seek legal counsel to protect my rights. I am asking for your assistance to correct these late open accounts and late closed and charge off in my credit file : XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} - Please check the Payment History and Status information on this account and adjust accordingly. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$0.00} -You are reporting different information from other bureaus. Per FCRA, reporting must be 100 % accurate or the information must be updated. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$0.00} - Investigate the way this account is reporting the date of last activity, account name, and opening date. I believe this information XXXX be inaccurate. I need this removed now. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Owed : {$0.00} - I see things may be inaccurate. Start looking at the account name, opening date, and high balance. I believe this information may be inaccurate. Immediate removal of this item is necessary. 

XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} - I see things may be inaccurate. Start looking at the account name, opening date, and account status. I believe this information may be inaccurate. I need this deleted now. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$710.00} - XXXX requested an investigation and the removal of the charge-off status. No changes were made. No investigation was conducted at all. You had optimal time to review this matter and make the appropriate corrections, you elected not to. Please remove this item immediately. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$0.00} - The limit to this account was a fraction of the amount due it as stated. That is utterly unfathomable! Had a proper investigation been conducted you would have seen the error and corrected it immediately. You failed to do your job ; you must now REMOVE THIS ITEM ALTOGETHER. 

XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Owed : {$79.00} - XXXX believe this account is reporting inaccurately. I do not recall ever having a legal obligation with this company nor do I believe one exists. Please provide me with verifiable proof this account belongs to me. I request a signed contract which is the ONLY LEGAL authority that stipulates an agreement. Please remove it. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$0.00} - This particular account is undoubtedly placed as a charged-off account, make sure you tell me the reason why there is a balance indicating on the statement if its a charge-off? The balance is truly incorrect, if possible, replace it to XXXX or eliminate the item certainly.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief