Johnade/consumer_complaints_cfpb huggingface dataset:
Complaint sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Hello, XXXX and Equifax have been reporting a bankruptcy on my credit file for XXXX  years ago. I have asked them both how they verified this information. Both bureaus replied that they used XXXX XXXX to verify this information. I disputed this bankruptcy item with XXXX XXXX and on XX/XX/2021, I received a letter from them stating they have removed the bankruptcy item from my report. XXXX XXXX has removed this item but XXXX and Equifax refuses to delete the item from my credit report even though I have sent them proof that XXXX XXXX has delete the unverifiable item. Please see the attached documents.
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

EQuifax, XXXX, and XXXX failed to comply with thirty day notice. Reporting inaccurate information on my report.
Complaint sub-issue: Account information incorrect

XXXX XXXX is furnishing inaccurate and incorrect information to consumer reporting agencies. 
The reporting of such information has caused severe damage to my character, my reputation, my general mode of living, and my ability to obtain credit for personal and house purposes. 
You and your inaccurate reporting have damaged my livelihood. 
The account XXXX XXXX is reporting is a charged off account which is canceled debt. A 1099c was issued. The account turns into gross income. Income can not be reported on a consumer report per federal law. This account is reporting inaccurate information. 
Consumer reporting agencies don't have permissible purpose. I have not given written consent. 
Delete this account from my consumer report immediately.
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

I have a few accounts that I found on my report that are inaccurate and fraudulent. I believe someone has accessed a account using my personal information. Please delete the following accounts : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

There is a fraudulent AMEX/DSNB account reporting on my XXXX XXXX , & XXXX XXXX credit reports. I have mailed several letters by certified mail to the address listed on my credit reports for AMEX/DSNB. Despite mailing AMEX/DSNB several letters to the mailing address listed on my credit reports to advise them regarding the reporting of the fraudulent account, AMEX/DSNB continues reporting the fraudulent account. The account is reporting as follows XXXX AMEX/DSNB, {$600.00}, CLOSED, XX/XX/2014.
Complaint sub-issue: Debt was paid

This company is trying to collect a debt for {$1400.00} clearly the lease amount as shown in the screen shots was for XXXX and XXXX dollars which does not add up to the amount there were payments that add up to the amount of the lease agreements they have been reporting a fraudulent amount owed. Im asking for this company to delete all accounts thats being reported on experience and XXXX forever honor the paid amounts shown
Complaint sub-issue: Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

1 ) Inquiry : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX, VA XXXX XXXX ) Inquiry : XXXX. XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX, VA XXXX XXXX ) Inquiry : XXXX XXXX, XXXX AN XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, FL XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX XXXX ) Inquiry : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Inquiry : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX ) Inquiry : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, MI XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX XXXX ) Inquiry : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX, VA XXXX XXXX ) Inquiry : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX  XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX XXXX ) Inquiry : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX XXXX ) Inquiry : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX ) Inquiry : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX TX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) XXXX XXXX ) XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX, NY XXXX XXXX XXXX ) XXXX 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.

15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.
Complaint sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

I am distressed that you have included the information below in my credit profile and that you have failed to maintain reasonable procedures in your operations to assure maximum possible accuracy in the credit reports you publish. Credit reporting laws ensure that bureaus report only 100 % accurate credit information. Every step must be taken to assure the information reported is completely accurate and correct. 


In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 


XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency of the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.
Complaint sub-issue: Other problem getting your report or credit score

I have tried to get dispute items on my Equifax credit report for 9 months. Every time I call Equifax no one from the company can access my report. I have ask to speak to supervisor or anyone that could help and Im always told that they can not pull a report for me. Ive also been told it was an error on Equifax part and it would be fix. As of today Im still having the same problem. Equifax can add things to my report but cant find my report when I call. This is very frustrating that it cant be resolved.
Complaint sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

In accordance with the fair credit reporting act. The list of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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.

15 U.S.C 1681c ( a ) ( 5 ) section states : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information ; Any other adverse item of information other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

This is bothering! I have been sending letters of appeals and requests to the Credit Bureaus to remove these fraudulent items from my Credit Report, but despite all my efforts to establish communication with the Credit Bureaus, the Credit Bureaus have failed to respond to my letters. I have been also submitting complaints through the CFPB to have the Credit Bureaus attention for them to correct my Credit File. The last letter I sent was XX/XX/2022 with complete attachments of my personal information to prove to the Credit Bureaus that it is myself submitting these letters and complaint. Again, I was a victim of identity theft and the items I am disputing do not relate to any transaction that I have made or authorized. I have read that the Credit Bureaus are required to remove any accounts and information that resulted due to identity theft. I am now submitting this complaint to urge the Credit Bureaus to comply to their obligation and also to protect my rights which is clearly violated by the Credit Bureaus for their willful non-compliance of the FCRA statute. I need the following items removed now : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX CA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX, CA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed XXXX {$0.00} XXXX  XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00}
Complaint sub-issue: Account status incorrect

THIS COMPANY IS REPORTING THAT I AM DELEQUENT ON MY PAYMENTS, THIS IS FALSE INFORMATION. I HAVE TRIED TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE WITH THE COMPANY BUT THEY HAVE NOT RESLOVED THE ISSUE, AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPS.
Complaint sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

I'VE NOTICED SOME UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES AND ACCOUNTS ON MY CONSUMER REPORT. I'VE NEVER APPLIED FOR CREDIT WITH THESE COMPANIES AND NEVER AUTHORIZED FOR THE USE OF MY INFORMATION. ACCORDING TO 15 U.S. CODE 1692 ( K ) YOUR INDIVIDUAL ACTIONS WERE FRAUDULENTLY UNAUTHORIZED. I DID NOT AUTHORIZE THESE INQUIRIES AND PER THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT ( FCRA ), ( 1 ) 15 U.S.C. 1681 ET SEQ., YOU ARE IN VIOLATION FOR UNLAWFULLY REPORTING SAID INQUIRIES ON MY CONSUMER REPORT WITHOUT MY AUTHORIZATION OR PERMISSIBLE PURPOSE UNDER THE FCRA. A PERSON SHALL USE OR OBTAIN A CONSUMER REPORT FOR ANY PURPOSE UNLESS -- - ( 2 ) THE CONSUMER REPORT IS OBTAINED FOR A PURPOSE FOR WHICH THE CONSUMER REPORT IS AUTHORIZED TO BE FURNISHED UNDER THIS SECTION ; AND ( 3 ) THE PURPOSE IS CERTIFIED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 1681E OF THIS TITLE BY A PROSPECTIVE USER OF THE REPORT THROUGH A GENERAL OR SPECIFIC CERTIFICATION. ( 4 ) 15 U.S.C. 1681B ( F ). CHESTER V. PURVIS, 260 F. SUPP 2D 711 ( S.D. IND. 2003 ). I HAVE NOT INITIATED ANY TRANSACTIONS WITH ANY OF THESE COMPANIES. FURTHER I DO NOT HAVE AN " ACCOUNT '' AS DEFINED UNDER ( 5 ) 15 U.S.C. 1693A ( 2 ) WITH SAID COMPANIES FOR REVIEW OF COLLECTION. FURTHERMORE, UNDER THE FCRA, ( 6 ) " ANY PERSON WHO KNOWINGLY AND WILLFULLY OBTAINS INFORMATION ON A CONSUMER FROM A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY UNDER FALSE PRETENSES AND CAUSES DAMAGE SHALL BE FINED, 15 U.S.C. 1681N ( B ).

Over thirty days ago, I wrote to each credit reporting agency ( XXXX, Equifax, & XXXX  ) indicating my dispute off information on my credit report on XX/XX/XXXX. A copy of the original letter accompanies this correspondence. as of today XX/XX/XXXX XXXX, Equifax, & XXXX  have not responded to my dispute and therefore they must remove from my credit file all information disputed in correspondence. under the FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT, XXXX, Equifax , & XXXX  had 30 days to complete their reinvestigations of disputed information. This 30 day mark has come and gone without any response from XXXX, Equifax, & XXXX. I am asking for the CFPB 'S assistance in the verification of the removal of the disputed data from my credit report. please send to my address provided at no cost to mean updated credit report at no cost to me as proof that these items have been removed completely.
Complaint sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

I am XXXX XXXX, I have been reporting an Inaccurate account and unauthorized inquiries on my credit report. It has been 60 days yet I haven't seen any changes. I am disappointed of how you guys investigate my credit report as I requested last XXXX months. How could I explain to you that these negative items reflecting in my credit report is affecting me and also the financial stability of my family. Numerous products are getting higher demand in the market and getting expensive. And due to this pandemic, several things have been added to my family 's necessities.
Complaint sub-issue: Investigation took more than 30 days

I am submitting due to non-compliance with XXXX, Equifax, XXXX. They have failed to remove fraudulent information that is still reporting on my consumer reports. I strongly believe that they are in violation of the FCRA and are outright refusing to uphold the law. It has been more than 45 days without a response and I am requesting that the fraudulent items be removed from my reports. According to federal credit law spelled out in the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), a credit bureau is required to respond to you and complete their investigation within 30 days. If they do not respond within this time frame, they must remove the negative listing disputed.
Complaint sub-issue: Company closed your account

On XX/XX/XXXX I contacted Discover card thru my online account by chatting. I was upset about there high interest rate since I had a problem with them before. I was asking how I could close my account after I found out my balance and the account was clear. At the end of the chatting session I thought I was pretty clear I would call back at my convenience and close after I had physically paid off the account. The discover associate took upon himself to close my account anyway. I called Discover and talked to a Supervisor. He assured me he would look into the chatting session and return my call in a couple days. Never herd back from him and I am concerned this online customer service agent has access to my personal information and will use it in a negative or fraudulent way
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

It has been brought to my attention that the Credit Bureaus did not just ignored my request for the removal of the disputed items but has continued reporting the disputed items as verified and correct! This is a clear violation of my rights as a consumer! Under the Fair Credit reporting Act section 605b, the Credit Bureaus are required to remove any accounts and information that resulted due to identity theft. However, in my situation, the Credit Bureaus have been ignoring their responsibilities with the Fair Credit Reporting and have claimed that the disputed items are verified without sending me copies of proof of verification. Also, the Credit Bureaus are claiming to have sent me an updated copy of my Credit Report but I tell you, I have received nothing! I am submitting this CFPB Complaint to you today to complain about the Credit Bureaus willful non-compliance with the Federal Statute. With accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act section 605b, I am ordering the Credit Reporting Agencies to immediately remove the following fraudulent accounts and information 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Original Creditor XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$290.00} XXXX XXXX ( Original Creditor : XXXX  ) XXXX Balance Owed : {$690.00} XXXXXXXX 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
Complaint sub-issue: Trouble with how payments are being handled

I originally contacted FedLoan regarding a change ( DECREASE ) in my number of qualifying PSLF payments made and received a response in XX/XX/XXXX. This is the message I sent : " On my MONTHLY DIRECT DEBIT BILL dated XX/XX/XXXX it showed 2 loans disbursed XX/XX/XXXX with a TOTAL OF 56 and 55 qualifying PSLF payments made. 
Now, on my MONTHLY DIRECT DEBIT BILL dated XX/XX/XXXX it shows 3 loans disbursed XX/XX/XXXX and now my TOTAL qualifying payments have been reduced to 2, 2, and 3. " When I asked for clarification I was told that my loan accounts needed " extensive review '' to count all the qualifying payments. I waited until XX/XX/XXXX and followed up with another email correspondence and received a very similar message. It is now XX/XX/XXXX and I still do not have an accurate count of my qualifying PSLF payments made. 

Thank you.
Complaint sub-issue: Debt is not yours

This dept is not mines. I have disputed over 5x but it is still on all 3 of my credit reports. I also have reported this collection acct to the FTC. The address listed for the collection acct is not my address nor has it ever been.
Complaint sub-issue: Account status incorrect

Since XX/XX/XXXX I have written, fax, emailed letter to all credit reporting agencies, companies involved including their CEO 's regarding accounts/information being reported wrong on credit bureaus. I have never worked at XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, nor have I ever been retired. Have never lived at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, IN XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Il XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Il XXXX or XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Il XXXX. I have " NEVER : made late payments to XXXX XXXX ( current onetime no late payments not in forebearance ), XXXX XXXX/XXXX, XXXX/XXXX 's, XXXX XXXX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX ( ALL ), XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ). Have " Never Applied for credit or authorize obtaining credit report for the following companies : XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX please remove all non-account holding inquires. Public Records do not belong to me : Judgments # : XXXX, XXXX, XXXX please delete. Please remove " Promotional OPT-OUT '' would like to be consider for promotional offers that I qualify for. Also have accounts that bureaus are currently blocking that I would like to be reported they are accounts in good standings from the following companies : 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 XXXX , XXXX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX , XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX . Spoke with reps and was advised information was re-inserted in results of system glitches that credit reporting agencies have experienced on numerous occasions XXXX XX/XX/XXXX- XX/XX/XXXX & XX/XX/XXXX ; XXXX XX/XX/XXXX-XX/XX/XXXX,  and Equifax XX/XX/XXXX and that all information submitted would be updated in 10-15 days which was over 30 business days ago.
Complaint sub-issue: Funds not received from closed account

My account with East West Bank was closed in XXXX. I have XXXX $ remaining balance they said they will mail a check to me. However I have never received it. They claimed they already mailed it but can not provide any proof of shipment. I asked them to mail the check again. They refused to do it. The account was closed in XXXX. Now its XXXX already. I still havent received the XXXX $ from my account
Complaint sub-issue: Frequent or repeated calls

I requested that the collections agency in question cease contacting me between the hours of XXXX and XXXX as I work during those hours, and it is disruptive to my work. 

I verbally requested this when I spoke with the company representative on XXXX/XXXX/2016. 

This morning, at XXXX I received another call from the company despite my request to cease contacting me during work hours.
Complaint sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

On XXXX XXXX2022 I sent Equifax a dispute letter disputing inaccurate and fraudulent accounts. Its been passed 30 days and these accounts are still reporting with no proof of investigation. Also, I have not given Equifax written or verbal consent to report any derogatory remarks on my credit report. No consent is identity theft per title 15. Congress made it clear that furnishers arent allowed to report information containing transactions or experiences between the consumer and the person making the report. This is defamation of my character, unfair practices and conspiracy to help companies commit fraud against me.
Complaint sub-issue: Account status incorrect

inquiries from buying a car XXXX inquiries on my credit report that did not drop off in 30 days some of the reporting said that the inquiries would not be on my report because it was a soft pull 1. ALLY FINANCIAL
Complaint sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

I am a natural person, I am a living human being. I have rights under 15 USC 1681.

Equifax is govern by 15 USC 1681. And they violated my rights numerous of times. I demand the accounts listed be removed because According to 15 USC 1681 : I have the right to privacy and I did not give Equifax written permission to furnish these accounts. 

Account:XXXX XXXX XXXX Account:XXXX XXXX XXXX Account:XXXX  XXXX XXXX Account:XXXX XXXXXXXX Account:XXXX XXXX XXXX Account:XXXX XXXXXXXX Account : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Account : XXXX Division of child support Account : XXXX XXXX XXXX New York Docket # XXXX address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, ny, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX Names : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

I sent a letter on XX/XX/XXXX to remove these items, which are UNKNOWN to me. I came across this law today and according to the Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) you are required to remove these items or information not later than 4 business days after the XX/XX/XXXX. Ive already included this in my previous Complaint # 's XXXX ; XXXX ; XXXX & I am including it again. 
XXXX XXXX ( Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX ) XXXX Balance : {$570.00} ; XXXX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX ; XXXX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX ; ( Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX ) XXXX Balance : {$860.00} ; XXXX XX/XX/XXXX ; XXXX XX/XX/XXXX ; XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Problem accessing account

I've had a credit card with Citibank for years. In XXXX, I opened a checking account. In XXXX, I decided to close the checking account, and move my money into CDs ( also with Citi ). 

Now, many months after closing my checking account, Citi has revoked my online access to my accounts ( credit card, CDs ), unless I activate the debit card to an account that no longer exists. Because, they say, that debit card is expired (? ). 

When I again explained that the checking account is no longer open, they told me the only way I can regain access to see my credit card and CDs would be if I opened another checking account. 

They're so siloed, and I'm not getting help accessing my accounts. This is worrying, since almost all my funds are in those CDs.
Complaint sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

This complaint is regarding the Equifax Data Breach that occurred between XX/XX/XXXXandXX/XX/XXXX and was reported in XX/XX/XXXX. This gross incompetence and lack of care for the privacy and security customers ' personal information has directly impacted me and family members, as we 've been informed by Equifax that our information has been stolen in the data breach. Further, the fact that even getting the information and protection that Equifax offers as recompense for their incompetence REQUIRES me to waive my right to join a class action against them is the most evil possible thing Equifax could have done.
Complaint sub-issue: Transaction was not authorized

I use XXXX as a payday loan service and my account wont connect even though Ive used it before.