BEE-spoke-data/consumer-finance-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2018-01-18
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc.
State: NJ
Product: Credit card or prepaid card
Sub-product: Store credit card
Issue: Fees or interest
Sub-issue: Problem with fees

Complaint:
I would like to file a dispute concerning a balance of {$58.00} on my XXXX and XXXX credit card account, managed by Comenity Bank. 
This amount includes two late fees of {$27.00} plus two minimum finance charges of {$2.00}. 
It is for a payment I made on XXXX XXXX at XXXX for {$28.00}. The payment was due that day. I would like to file an official complaint that there was no hour deadline on the first page of the bill where the XXXX XXXX amount is stated. It simply says the amount should be paid on a specific date, XXXX XXXX. As we all know, every day has 24 hours and so according to that detail, I had until 11.59pm to make the payment. 
Again, the first page DOES NOT tell clients that the amount has to be paid on a certain hour. Anyone paying online, which includes most people, would have no idea they have to pay by a certain hour on that day. 
In fact, the only place in the bill in which the DEADLINE HOUR of 8pm is stated is BURIED in tiny letters at the end of the page on the reverse side. That is absolutely misleading for any consumer. 
A few weeks later, XXXX claims it sent me a letter statement with a late fee amount of {$27.00}. I did NOT receive this letter. The company claims it had sent it but can not prove I actually received it. I did NOT receive it. Additionally, it sent me another letter afterward with a late fee on top of the late fee ( now totaling {$58.00} XXXX I also did NOT receive that letter. XXXX has no way to prove that I had received it. I did not receive EITHER letter. Therefore, I couldnt be notified of these amounts. 
I spoke to a Comenity representative named XXXX on XXXX XXXX, who refused to waive the extra fees. 
I request that the whole amount of {$58.00} be waived. I understand that a late fee was already waived in XXXX, and that there is a limit on waiving only one late fee every 18 months. 
However, this is an exceptional case in which I actually paid the necessary amount on the required day, was not properly notified I needed to do it by a certain hour, and did not receive the necessary correspondence about the late fees. I would also like to file an official complaint that an hour deadline be placed at the first page of the bill where the XXXX XXXX amount is stated to make it clear for customers in the future. 
I refuse to pay these late fees and will take this dispute further should my side be rejected. 
I demand that all {$58.00} in additional fees be canceled. 
I also ask for a provisional credit to cover the {$58.00} while this dispute is pending, and for no further late fees to be incurred.

Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2019-02-08
Company: Platinum Holdings Group, LLC
State: AZ
Product: Debt collection
Sub-product: I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation
Sub-issue: Impersonated attorney, law enforcement, or government official

Complaint:
On XX/XX/2019 I received several calls at work and to my cell phone from someone stating the doll listen very carefully this call Is to the resident to attempt will be made to deliver a certified summons to ( last name ) for  further information contact the issuing attorneys office handling the matter immediately at XXXX This was left on my cell phone and my office phone. The receptionist at my job also told me that this person needed to give me an official summons, he told my job. Not cool. Then made several attempts to call the receptionist to reach me again. I called the number and began to ask questions of why I was being sued, who was or what this was all about. He stated because I owe a company XXXX. He began to insult me and call me XXXX  for not knowing there was interest on the fees. Using words like XXXX and XXXX  youre a XXXX XXXX how XXXX  I was and know wonder why I joined the XXXX and lost us the war. Insult after insult and laughed at me. After asking how can I fix this and if I can make payments he began to say that he was going to record me as not willing to pay and being uncooperative and then proceeded to hang hang up on me. After researching this, between insults he did give me info. I found out that XXXX XXXX XXXX  is behind this. The number in my voicemail is saying they are a law firm. When I call XXXX They answer the with the name of some law firm. However the person in charge of my account wouldnt not repeat the name to allow me to write it down. I tried to reach someone else and they defended the behavior of this guy insulting me and deemed it okay to threaten with suing me because I couldnt afford XXXX dollars. I do not owe this money and they are trying to get more from me than what is on my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2021-02-17
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: GA
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 reviewed a copy of my credit file and found the following items reporting as a result of identity theft : XXXX XXXX XXXX - Bal : {$96.00} .. showing charged off XXXX - Bal : {$3500.00} XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Bal : {$650.00} XXXX XXXX - XXXX XXXX Bal : {$790.00} Credit Coll XXXX XXXX  XXXX Bal : {$450.00} Please remove unauthorized inquiries : 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2019-07-17
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: NC
Product: Checking or savings account
Sub-product: Checking account
Issue: Managing an account
Sub-issue: Deposits and withdrawals

Complaint:
I made a transfer out of my Bank of America checking account, to another account I have with another bank, using Bank of America 's next day processing transfer service. The deposit was set to go into my other account on Tuesday XX/XX/XXXX so I scheduled payments to come out of that account the same day. By XXXX on Tuesday XX/XX/XXXX, the deposit had not gone into my other bank account. I called the Bank of America customer service line and the representative told me the funds will post to that account by End of Business day. That night, and the next morning, I checked my other bank account only to find the deposit was still not in there and I have now been charged {$180.00} in overdraft fees as well as returned item fees and had checks bounce. I called again and spoke with a Bank of America representative, and manager, who rudely informed me that the transaction failed to send. This transfer account that I have had set up for years, and have never had a problem with it, all of the sudden failed to send. When I inquired why it failed, a clear answer was not given other than some information must not be correct. As stated, I double checked all information and it was all correct as it has been the last several years. When I inquired further as to what information could be incorrect, the manager informed me that there was nothing else she could tell me and that this was my error. I told her this is NOT my error, that the bank failed to send my transfer without any notification or reasoning and now I am overdrawn on my other account. When I requested that they refund me for this error, she stated that I would have to take legal action if I wanted them to compensate me for the fees which were caused in error on their behalf!! I am livid and I want responsibility to be taken for this error!

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 2018-01-18
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: CA
Product: Credit card or prepaid card
Sub-product: Store credit card
Issue: Getting a credit card
Sub-issue: Card opened as result of identity theft or fraud

Complaint:
To Whom it May Concern, If you sold the debt to XXXX XXXX XXXX then therfore you should not be reporting on my credit report as a charge off. Please remove this account from credit report. Your firm has failed to send the legally required validation of this debt. You have been notified that your actions are detrimental to me and that your firm has violated ( including but not limited to ) the Consumer Credit Protection Act, the  Fair Credit Reporting Act, and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. 
Your firm knew or should have known that the actions taken against me and the information collected about me was inappropriate and damaging to me. 
Failed to use reasonable care in the course of business and failed to use even minimal procedures to ensure that I was not harmed. 
Communicated and are continuing to communicate incorrect and defamatory information to third parties including but not limited to : XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX As a result of these blatantly reckless, wanton, and intentional acts, I have suffered and continue to suffer general and specific damages. I am also very upset at your firm 's intentional infliction of emotional distress and at the other diminishments of the quality of my life. 
I am now demanding the immediate and complete removal of this tradeline from my credit reports ( XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX ). 
As I am currently attempting to apply for credit, time is of the essence. Please understand that I am extremely concerned about the consequences of the actions your firm is having on my life. Please be advised that, if this matter is not resolved within 30 days, I will take any and all necessary steps to protect my rights. 
Thank you in advance for your attention to this 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-16
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: AL
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 have tried on multiple occasions to reach out ; I have sent letters to the credit bureaus to have this address removed from my credit report. It still needs to be done. I am a past victim of identity theft, so incorrect information must not be on my credit report. The address that needs removal is XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, AL XXXX. Please remove this address from my credit report immediately.

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 2021-02-17
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
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: Was not notified of investigation status or results

Complaint:
This is a formal complaint against Synchrony Bank located in XXXX, FL. This company has repeatedly violated my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act as well as the Fair Credit Billing Act and has caused me much unnecessary financial AND mental distress. For starters, they're reporting an erroneous & unverifiable account on my credit report and not to mention an account in which I've asked for proof of claim and in which they have not been able to provide, per the FCRA & FCBA. Despite my efforts to resolve this unfortunate nightmare for several months now, Synchrony Bank has completely ignored my communications and legal submissions to remove this inaccurate information from my credit report. I am well aware of several other complaints filed against this company for their illegal and unethical business practices. Yet, somehow, this company is still in business. This company 's unprofessional & negligent behavior has caused lots of serious harm, not only to my ability to establish credit & good interest rates, but also to my character as a Professional and as an individual. Please help me, and the many other consumers just like me, to put a stop to the operation of these unethical & immoral business practices immediately. I sincerely appreciate your time and assistance in this matter and hope to hear from you very soon.

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 2019-02-08
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: CO
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit repair services
Issue: Problem with customer service

Complaint:
I DID NOT RECEIVE A STATEMENT NOT KNOWING I HAVE NOT PAID I NEVER MISS PAYMENTS THEY CALLED SO I PAD MY BILL OVER THE PHONE THEY WAVED ALL LATE FEES BECAUSE I HAD NEVER MISSED A PAYMENT WITH KOHL 'S AND WHAT THEY DID REPORT THIS TO EXPERIAN CREDIT BUREAU WITH KOHLS DOING THESE LOWED MY CREDIT SORE FROM THE XXXX TO XXXX THIS IS NOT FARE AT ALL

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2019-02-08
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: IL
Product: Credit card or prepaid card
Sub-product: Store credit card
Issue: Getting a credit card
Sub-issue: Card opened as result of identity theft or fraud

Complaint:
On XX/XX/2018 I received a phone call from Synchrony Bank, a major issuer of store credit cards to verify a new account being opened with XXXX XXXX. In XX/XX/2018, my identity was stolen and two bank accounts were opened in my name and credit cards were applied for, but luckily stopped during fraud checks. I promptly submitted short- and long-term credit alerts at all three bureaus. However, despite having these alerts, Synchrony Bank called me AFTER they opened the XXXX XXXX credit card in my name and allowed the individual with my information to make a purchase of around {$5000.00}. After speaking with a credit protection service that is provided to me free of charge through my employer, they confirmed that Synchrony Bank should have definitely NOT issued this account and should have verified with me through their fraud department first. I learned from this service that this practice is commonplace with Synchrony Bank, particular with some stores like XXXX XXXX that contract with the Synchrony to be the issuer of their store credit cards. 

After speaking with the Synchrony Bank fraud department, they closed the credit account and tagged the account as fraud. They did a short investigation and confirmed this account was opened fraudulently and noted that I was not responsible for the account or charges. Synchrony also stated they would submit letters to each credit bureau to remove the account and inquiries from my credit report. Shortly thereafter, I received two letters dated XX/XX/2018 confirming I was not liable, the account was closed and the credit bureaus were informed of the fraud. 

While this issue is not solved, I remain frustrated that XXXX XXXX and Sychrony Bank allowed this to happen in the first place. Protocol would have been to see the credit alert and not open the account without contacting me and verifying my identity and that I made the request. This issue has led to me spending a considerable amount of time speaking with Synchrony Bank and my credit protection service, as well as reviewing my credit reports, verifying my credit alerts and my overall financial picture. My credit score was affected by a number of inquiries Synchrony Bank made on my credit, and again, they flat out ignored the alerts.

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 2021-12-08
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: CT
Product: Credit card or prepaid card
Sub-product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

Complaint:
I am XXXX XXXX and i am submitting this compliant myself and there is not third party involved. I, XXXX XXXX, consumer, natural person, and original creditor of an open-end credit plan is writing today to report and issue. 

I entered a consumer credit transaction with the following companies : XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX, CAPITOL ONE BANK, XXXX BANK/XXXX  XXXX  XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX INC/XXXX  BANK, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXXWALMART XXXX XXXX and extended them my credit and as a result they used my credit card ( as described in 15 USC 1602 ) and was extended credit in a consumer credit sale. They are claiming they originated the credit I extended to them in which constitutes fraud. Pursuant to Federal Law, they have committed fraud and several violations of the FDCPA and TILA. 

I pulled my credit report and disputed items on my report to XXXX, XXXX AND XXXX. They have not provided me with any original documents, and they have disregarded the law in saying they have verified the debt. Fair Reporting Act Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) states you are required by federal law to verify through physical verification of the original signed consumer contract. I asked for verifiable proof ( an original consumer contract with my signature on it on XXXX occasions : XX/XX/2021 & XX/XX/2021. The failure to positively these accounts has hurt my ability to obtain credit. They have taken advantage of me as a consumer and they should be held accountable for deceiving me and not validating the debt. They have not validated anything they have ruined my character and general reputation by reporting erroneous information on the consumer report and included a symbol on the contents of the envelope for the mail carrier or any person affiliated with the mail service or comes in contact with the envelope thats alleging I owe a debt. They act as if they are unaware of what I am requesting or that the law does not apply to them. 

In addition, per the Fair Credit Reporting Act they didnt notify me of the investigation results within 30 days.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2018-01-18
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: OH
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-issue: Account information incorrect

Complaint:
After reviewing my credit report I see that XXXX XXXX has reported my account 6 times late 30-59 days late. I have attached my payment history and a few months I made two payments in 1 month. I sent them a good will letter to get it resolved and its has not helped at all. If anything my account should only reflect 1 payment late in XX/XX/2017.

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 2018-01-18
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NY
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:
XXXX/XXXX/XXXX I disputed with XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  on the validity of debt. It was completed on XXXX/XXXX/XXXX and thus deleted. I advised XXXX and Equifax that item was deleted but they hav n't deleted it off their reports yet to date. Please help

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2021-06-10
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:
Hello, I am sending this over because there are fraudulent accounts on my credit report. These accounts do not belong to me ; therefore, they should not be on my file. Attached you will find a copy of the claim from the Federal Trade Commission along with a copy of my license. Please remove these accounts as soon as possible. Pursuant to 15 USC 1681 c-2 subsection ( a ) you have 4 business days to block this information from my file. This request was NOT made in error. I, XXXX XXXX XXXX did not give your credit reporting agency written instructions to include this fraudulent information in my consumer report. Which is in violation of 15 USC 1681b- ( a ) ( 2 ). I am a victim of identity theft and did not open said accounts on the word document provided below. I ask that all items provided on the document attached be deleted to correct my credit report so I can finally get approved for a car loan. Please note that I am submitting this request on behalf of myself. No third party is involved.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2020-02-26
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: FL
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 was shocked when I reviewed my credit report and found late payment on the dates below : CAPITAL ONE Late Payment XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX Late Payment XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX XXXX Late Payment XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX I am not sure how this happened, I believe that I had made my payments to you when I received my statements. My only thought is that my monthly statement did not get to me, or the payment was not applied as fast as expected. I check my bank account and noticed that you deducted the money out of my checking account that on the month that you marked me late on my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation