Consumer complaint received 2023-08-19
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: SC
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report
Sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Complaint:
Subject : Complaint Regarding Illegitimate Collections on XXXX, Experian, and XXXX Credit Reports To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to file a formal complaint against [ XXXX XXXX XXXX ] and [ XXXX XXXX  XXXX ] for posting the same illegitimate collection on my XXXX, Experian, and XXXX credit reports. I believe that these actions are in direct violation of several laws and regulations governing the collection of debts, as well as my consumer rights. 

[ XXXX XXXX XXXX ] and [ XXXX XXXX  XXXX ] have both reported a collection account that I strongly dispute. Notably, these two creditors are attempting to collect on the same debt, which is misleading and damaging to my creditworthiness. I have attached copies of my correspondence with both creditors, demonstrating my efforts to rectify this situation. 

The actions of [ XXXX XXXX XXXX ] and [ XXXX XXXX  XXXX ] appear to be in violation of the following laws and regulations : 1. Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) : These creditors are engaging in unfair and deceptive practices by double-reporting the same debt. Section 807 of the FDCPA prohibits debt collectors from using false, deceptive, or misleading representations, including those that falsely represent the character, amount, or legal status of any debt.

2. Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) : The repeated reporting of the same illegitimate debt by [ XXXX XXXX XXXX ] and [ XXXX XXXX  XXXX ] is a violation of the FCRAs accuracy and integrity requirements ( Section 611 ). It has caused significant harm to my credit score and overall financial well-being.

3. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Regulations : [ XXXX XXXX XXXX ] and [ XXXX XXXX  XXXX ] have violated Regulation V, which implements the FCRA. This includes their failure to conduct a reasonable investigation into the accuracy of the information they reported and their disregard for my rights as a consumer.

4. Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Acts ( State Laws ) : Their actions may also be in violation of state consumer protection laws, including those related to deceptive or unfair trade practices. 

I believe that [ XXXX XXXX XXXX ] and [ XXXX XXXX XXXX ] have infringed upon my consumer rights by unlawfully posting inaccurate and duplicate information on my credit reports. This has had a detrimental impact on my ability to secure loans, housing, and other financial opportunities. I request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau investigates this matter thoroughly and takes appropriate action to hold these creditors accountable for their actions. 

I appreciate your attention to this matter and hope for a prompt resolution. 

Thank you for your assistance in addressing this issue and ensuring that my rights as a consumer are upheld.

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