BEE-spoke-data/consumer-finance-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-06
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: SC
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report
Sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Complaint:
I did not give written permission to have these accounts furnished on my consumer report.

15 U.S. Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports ( a ) In general Subject to subsection ( c ), any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : ( 2 ) In accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates.

Again, I did not give written consent or permission to have these accounts furnished on my consumer report. This agency is in direct violation of the law.
15 U.S. Code 1681- Congressional findings and statement of purpose ( 4 ) There is a need to insure that consumer reporting agencies exercise their grave responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and a respect for the consumers right to privacy. 

( b ) Reasonable procedures It is the purpose of this subchapter to require that consumer reporting agencies adopt reasonable procedures for meeting the needs of commerce for consumer credit, personnel, insurance, and other information in a manner which is fair and equitable to the consumer, with regard to the confidentiality, accuracy, relevancy, and proper utilization of such information in accordance with the requirements of this subchapter.

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 2023-08-18
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX
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:
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 deleted from erroneous reporting in my file are listed on my credit report. 
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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 2023-03-09
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: IA
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:
In Accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX MI XXXX has violated my rights. 

In Accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act, XXXX XXXX XXXX, has violated my rights. 

In Accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act, XXXX XXXX XXXX has violated my rights. 

In Accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act, XXXX XXXX, has violated my rights. 


In Accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act, XXXX XXXX, has violated my rights. 

In Accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act, XXXX XXXX, has violated my rights. 

In Accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act, XXXX XXXX XXXX, has violated my rights. 


15 U.S.C 1681 Section 602 A. STATES I have a right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 602 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2020-11-09
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: RI
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service
Sub-product: Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem

Complaint:
I sold a laptop on XXXX a person purchased it I got paid for it through PayPal the buyer opened a case against me for not receiving the item, the package was tracked and proven to be delivered case was closed in my favor and money freed up taken out by me I reported the buyer as suspicious because of the outlandish request of item not received and the world ending if he doesnt get paid, very suspicious, two days later buyer opens another case start he wants refund because item was not as listed listed as XXXX XXXX but it was XXXX XXXX I proved easily through listing pics that it clearly shows XXXX XXXX once again a bogus claim by a suspicious buyer, XXXX then sends me a email to send the buyer a return label I stated that I was not due to suspicious request and my case closed and reporting the buyer as a scammer XXXX them just debits my account and tries to take my money back without a resolution or at my request now my account is negative and they are want my money NOT FAIR OR LEGAL

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2022-03-30
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CT
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:
Be advised this is not a refusal to pay, but notice that XXXX XXXX claim is disputed, and validation is requested. Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I have the right to request validation of the debt you say I owe XXXX XXXX. 

NOT who you have been paid by a third party. I am requesting proof that I am indeed the party you are asking to pay this debt, and there is some contractual obligation that is binding on me to pay this debt. 

This is NOT a request for verification or proof of my mailing address, but a request for VALIDATION made pursuant to 15 USC 1692g Sec. ex I respectfully request that your offices provide me with competent evidence that I have any legal obligation to pay you ( XXXX XXXX ). Please validate that this debt belongs to me and please also show me the original contract. 

I will require 30 days to investigate this information and during such time all collection activity must cease and desist. If your offices fail to respond to the validation request 30 days from the date of your receipt, all references to this account must be deleted and completely removed from my credit file. 
Creditor

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 2021-10-24
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX
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: Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone

Complaint:
There were several inaccurate personal information in my credit report. I am having difficulties in getting them removed. It might be cause by fraud or error on credit reporting.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2021-03-31
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: CA
Product: Checking or savings account
Sub-product: Checking account
Issue: Managing an account
Sub-issue: Deposits and withdrawals

Complaint:
Hello, I have an XXXX Bank of America savings account where my unemployment money goes into. On eXXXX XXXX, 2020 I discovered that my account has been a victim of fraud and {$8600.00} were stollen from my account. At the time I was overseas and I had the debit card to the account with me. When I called BOA they assured me they will be able to review security cameras and see who stole the money and that the would start an investigation. 
They never sent me any paperwork to fill out nor asked for proof or evidence from me even though I told them over the phone multiple times I could provide proof. They froze my account and I was unable to access it for 4 months. This week I was finally able to unfreeze it but they have not returned the money into my account. They closed my fraud claim and never gave me an answer as to why. I filed a " reconsideration '' but I find it incredibly unjust and feel at this point like BOA has robbed me. This is unemployment money that I need during a global pandemic and I have tried sorting this out for months and keep hitting a wall with them. I am not sure what do to at this point - Take this to the media? Get a lawyer? your help would be greatly appreciated.

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 monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-30
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MI
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report
Sub-issue: Received unsolicited financial product or insurance offers after opting out

Complaint:
in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act XXXX Account # XXXX, has violated my rights. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy. 15 U.S.C 1681 Section.604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions ( XXXX XXXX ) I DID NOT COMPANY WRIITEN PERMISSION TO REPORT ACCOUNT. MY RIGHTS HAS BEEN VIOLATED Improper use of my credit report shared without my consent reporting company used my report improperly

Company response to consumer: In progress
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-18
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
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:
This was my follow up submission of my concern regarding these listed inquiries which I sent a letter to the Experian, XXXX and XXXX Credit Bureaus dated XX/XX/XXXX. And I am asking for help from CFPB to make the mentioned 3 Credit Bureaus will do with professionalism in addressing my inquiry removal request. Please, Here is a list of inquiries that don't belong to me or were opened without my permission, and in need of deletion from them : EXPERIAN : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. As per FCRA Section 605B ( a ), Credit Reporting Agencies should block any information in my file that I identify as resulting from alleged identity theft within four business days of receiving the report.

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 2022-07-26
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MA
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 have disputed the referenced accounts to the 3 main credit bureaus and do not owe your company anything. I dont know this company and I do not recall ever having this debt and appears to be a fraud, see attached FTC Report. Moreover, no adequate information has been given, and noticed these accounts appear to violate my rights as well, per 15 USC 1692 ( e ) ( f ) ( g ). Moreover, you stated the account was verified as accurate by law 15 USC 1681 ( e ). Per 15 USC 1681 ( e ) The term investigative consumer report means a consumer report or portion thereof in which information on a consumers character, general reputation, personal characteristics, or mode of living is obtained through personal interviews with neighbors, friends, or associates of the consumer reported on or with others with whom he is acquainted or who may have knowledge concerning any such items of information. However, such information shall not include specific factual information on a consumers credit record obtained directly from a creditor of the consumer or from a consumer reporting agency when such information was obtained directly from a creditor of the consumer or from the consumer. Investigations weren't completed as described by law and no factual information should be on credit reports. Im requesting the removal of accounts and/or monetary compensation due to violations of my rights. Im currently seeking litigation regarding consistent harassment, unfair debt practices, adding without my permission/authorization within 5 days, and more. As the original creditor, only I can validate the debt therefore Im requesting removal and this account violates my consumer rights in several ways. Please remove and provide some updates within 4 days of receipt, as this has been ongoing for over 3-4 months.

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 2019-03-31
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: MD
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-issue: Account status incorrect

Complaint:
I was involved in a motor vehicle accident in XX/XX/2019. 
It required a lengthy hospital stay and XXXX operations. 
When I was able, I notified all of my creditors of my situation and promised to address any outstanding bills as soon as I was able. 

I paid my account in full with Synchrony Bank. I asked that the account be closed and I also noted that by accepting payment for this account, they would delete any negative credit reporting associated with my account. 

They cashed my check then followed up with a letter stating that they would not delete any credit information on my account. 

By cashing and accepting my payment and the terms associated with payment, they have breached an agreement.

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 2023-11-10
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Unable to get your credit report or credit score
Sub-issue: Other problem getting your report or credit score

Complaint:
I have about 50 emails regarding an investigation about addresses that were mistakenly deleted from my credit profile. I have reached out to Experian, which is extremely hard to do, which I believe they make it that way on purpose to discourage consumers. I've uploaded all information necessary to prove that the 2 addresses I need added back are mine. I've called them just about every day starting from maybe the 2nd week of XX/XX/ until XXXX XXXX I'm on the phone with them now, yet again, requesting to speak with a supervisor. They always say that one will call back and they've never called back. I have so many case numbers it's too much to type. Should they need to be provided I do have them in my email. They tell me to wait 24-72 hours. Waiting weeks and nothing is being done about the information on my credit report. It's keeping me from obtaining much needed credit/employment. No one there in a supervisory role seems to care of make even the slightest of efforts to rectify the situation. XXXX was supposed to call back, never did. This has been an ongoing issue and I need the CFPB to do something about it. If it's happening to me, that must mean it's happening to many other unfortunate people. At this point, we are relying on you all as the CFPB to do something about this because CLEARLY Experian does not have the capacity to do so.

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 2023-03-09
Company: EQUIFAX, 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:
Im submitting a complaint to you today to inform you I was the victim of identity theft. I researched on how to remove the fraudulent items in my report and found that I need to visit FEDERAL TRADE COMMISION or https : XXXX to file a report and Per FCRA section 605b Credit Reporting Agencies are required to remove/block any items listed on an id theft report. Please find the ATTACHED documents to assist in the blocking of the erroneous information which is being posted to my report. 
Here is the list of items which do not belong to me or were opened without my permission. 
XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX PARK XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Original creditor XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$470.00} XXXX OF XXXX Inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX Inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX Inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX, XXXX Inquired XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX, XXXX Inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX Inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX Inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX Inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Inquired on XX/XX/XXXX According to FCRA Section 605B ( a ) the CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES shall block any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2020-07-01
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA
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:
i recently looked at my credit report and found 1 fraudulent account. XXXX 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 2023-11-08
Company: U.S. BANCORP
State: CT
Product: Credit card
Sub-product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Other features, terms, or problems
Sub-issue: Privacy issues

Complaint:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act this creditor has violated my rights under 15 USC 1681 section 6 o 2 states i have the right to privacy. 15 USC 1681 section 6 o 4 a section 2 it also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions under 15 USCS 1666b a creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose.

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 2020-01-31
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: MD
Product: Credit card or prepaid card
Sub-product: Store credit card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement
Sub-issue: Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement

Complaint:
Good Evening, i had an account with HSN, their accounts were handled by XXXX XXXX and there was some type of merger with Synchrony Bank. 
I called XXXX XXXX  to get the remaining balance on the account was told the account was now with Synchrony Bank and that XXXX  no longer had any records and all records of the account are now with Synchrony Bank. 
Synchrony is telling me that they only have what is owed, no records of past payments or starting balance, etc. My issue is not that I owe money but the amount owed.I have talked to a number of representatives and I am getting nowhere! I even followed the steps stated on your website about my consumer rights as well as stating their obligations to me as a customer. 
Please help, thank you

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 2022-11-29
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: AZ
Product: Debt collection
Sub-product: Credit card debt
Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action
Sub-issue: Sued you without properly notifying you of lawsuit

Complaint:
XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX did not properly serve me in accordance with the law, nor did they provide me with validation of my debt. They sued me in court and I was not notified of the court date in accordance with state law. 

Capital One account. ( XXXX ) {$2500.00} The following alleged collection account was on a payment plan arrangement during XXXX and the amount you are reporting is not correct, nor is the amount owed. ( see attached document for details ) Under the XXXX XXXX  If you are current on payments and make special arrangements, creditors must report the account as current. 
If you were already delinquent on payments and you make special arrangements, your account will be reported as delinquent until you bring it back to current. 
Late and missed payments CAN NOT be reported if you have already made arrangements. 
Charge offs may still continue to be reported as a charge off Some creditors may use a special code for natural disasters on credit reports for delinquent accounts, this is not required. 
XXXX does not consider disaster codes for credit scoring. 
XXXX will not use late payments with a disaster code for credit scoring. 

I had a XXXX positive test result which indicates I was effected by XXXX during the illustrated time line for the XXXX XXXX gave this information to the credit card company. 
They violated FCRA and compliant reporting standards. 


XXXX XXXX XXXX is not in compliance with all the XXXX XXXX reporting standards, and I'd like this account removed upon completion of investigation. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation