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Complaint sub-issue: Investigation took more than 30 days

Hi I am submitting this XXXX XXXX this isn't any influence and this is not a third party. XXXX has low and unfair credit number for me in their report. I have 87complained times. The problem has not been resolved. my fico has me at a credit score over 719 XXXX  has me at a score around 590. That is a huge difference. XXXX paints me as a XXXX. my fico say I have good credit. What the heck is going on here. i have almost no debt and my identity was stolen causing my score to drop n i made this clear for 120 days straight with XXXX  i spoke to a representative agent name XXXX and XXXX XXXX and XXXX and XXXX and XXXX and XXXX XXXX from the fraud department they don't help waste ever and lie saying that its been disputed but come to find out was never disputed which is causing me more XXXX I prefer to speak to a us rept but they refused they had me on mute for 4 hours which was hurtful I have a perfect repayment record. I have very low credit utilization. I have three negative credit items outstanding debt now. I have modest but ok income. Social Security. Something is wrong with XXXX. I do not understand why they are abusing consumers .This was a fist step towards attempting resolution.next step is to take transition to court to sue for defamation of character of my name and damages that was caused to me They kept lying telling me they disputed n its not reporting but it keep reporting this inaccurate information without my authorization. They refused or were unable to verify n remove the inquiries and its been 120 days n they record the calls n admitted they had my police report n ftc and affidavit That was after attempting to contact XXXX more than XXXX times. XXXX is an abusive company. They are supposed to be protecting consumers. They need to be reigned in. they are causing me severe XXXX and stopping me from getting this job offer n now im XXXX  n cant provide to my XXXX XXXX XXXX daughter PLEASE HELP ME PLEASE im XXXX  now.

nobody helping me and XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

I would like to request a security freeze placed on my Consumer Disclosure Report I recently discovered serious fraud and related activities on my credit report over the week.I am in the process of contacting the police and FTC. I choose to opt-out of your disclosing future information until further notice including the C.L.U.E . Report and other furnished Lexis Nexis, XXXX XXXX, and XXXX inquires regarding all personal information. This security freeze request not only restricts credit bureaus and creditors, but also future potential employers until I lift this restriction. Under the Fair Report Act, you are required to comply. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX my SS XXXX my DOB XXXX. I am XXXX   XXXX the following addresses are Not mine XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX CT, XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX , XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, OH XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Problem canceling credit monitoring or identify theft protection service

I cancelled This Equifax recurring Transaction ion XX/XX/2016 at XXXX XXXX and have the Email from Equifax To prove it and the continued charging me almost 4 years later till I called tonight and they cancelled it again.

I tried to get my money back and they refused.

I need help getting my money back to my Credit card
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

I have unknown names and information on my credit report, The accounts that are unknown to me I will list them below, I have inaccurate employment information its keeping me from getting a job and housing. The utilization amounts are incorrect. I would like a review of this information. XXXX XXXX,, XXXX XXXX XXXX, and XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX 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
Complaint sub-issue: Didn't receive notice of right to dispute

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 1692C Without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction, a debt collector may not communicate with a consumer in connection with the collection of any debt
Complaint sub-issue: Transaction was not authorized

This complaint is related to the previous complaint under # XXXX that was filed on XX/XX/2022. CFPB claimed that the complaint was forwarded to the Discover Bank. Therre are doubts that this is what CFPB did. Discover bank continued to harass me with the XXXX  notices after that complaint although XXXX XXXX mailed me a check for refund of that unauthorized charge made by Discover bank.
Complaint sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

I discovered that some of the information on my credit report was incorrect when I reviewed it. Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) require the 3 credit bureaus to validate these accounts ( A ). It is not permissible to fail to validate these reporting accounts as unverified information without providing proof within the time frame specified by law. My credit report includes the following erroneous information that needs to be investigated and corrected : XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} ; XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} ; XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00}
Complaint sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

MY PERSONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN COMPROMISED AND THERE ARE FRAUDULENT ACCOUNT ON MY CREDIT REPORTS EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX AND XXXX ARE REPORTING INCORRECT DATA AND ACCOUNT THAT DO NOT BELONG TO ME THERE IS A ADDRESS ON MY CREDIT REPORT THAT DOES NOT BELONG TO ME WHICH WAS ALSO USED TO OPEN UP FRAUDULENT INSTALLMENT LOAN ACCOUNTS IN MY NAME I HAVE FILED A POLICE REPORT ABOUT THE LOAN ACCOUNTS FROM THE FOLLOWING CREDITORS 1.XXXX 2XXXX XXXX  3.XXXX XXXX 4.XXXX XXXX 5.XXXX XXXX I HAVE BEEN DISPUTING THIS MATTER SINCE XXXX  AND THE CREDIT BUREAUS ARE NOT RESPONDING IN A TIMELY MANNER AND THEY ARE REPORTING ACCOUNTS THAT DO NOT BELONG TO ME ALONG WITH THE FACT THIS IS HAMPERING ME FROM HAVING GOOD CREDIT
Complaint sub-issue: Information is missing that should be on the report

Greetings, I have reached out to Equifax and have asked them could they report missing credit cards to my report and have not gotten a response. By adding these credit card accounts would greatly help my credit score that will enable me to purchase my first house. I really do appreciate the hard work that comes from the employees at Equifax and from the CFPB. I really look forward to getting this small but impactful issue resolved. Thank you very much for your love and consideration. 


Sincerely, XXXX XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize

Team, I have disputed the following hard inquiries as Fraud and are unauthorized and need them to be removed per FRCA. I've contacted all XXXX major credit bureaus and customer service department did not help remove the negative inquiries that are reporting on my credit report. I would appreciate your help in any way. Equifax : 1XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX ; 2. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX ; 3. XXXX  XXXX- XX/XX/XXXX ; 4. XXXX  XXXX  - XX/XX/XXXX ; 5. XXXX  XXXX  - XX/XX/XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

It has been drawn out into the open that you are not hindering records when I sent a copy of FTC report # XXXX. Since it is a necessity by regulation 605b of the FCRA I'm sending this Complaint to assist with laying out a lawful response. In the event that you decide to not obstruct the accompanying things recorded beneath which are answering erroneously because of fraud, I will hand my archives over to my lawyer to begin a legitimate activity. It's my goal to not seek after any legitimate activity so if it's not too much trouble, comply with the law. 

XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Was not notified of investigation status or results

On DATE I sent a letter regarding inaccurate and unknown things on my credit report to this day over 45 days later I have not received a response yet. I feel Im being taken advantage of and being ignored of my disputes. Section 611 ( a ), it is plainly stated that a failure to investigate these items within days gives a reason to immediately remove those items from my credit report it had been over 45 days so they should be deleted promptly. I demand these accounts be deleted immediately or I will file for litigation due to the stress you cause me. My information was also impacted by the equifax data breach and may have got into the hands of the wrong person.
Complaint sub-issue: Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone

I recently paid off two loan Mortgages In XXXX XXXX. Prior to paying them off my credit score was XXXX. The two loans were through XXXX XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX. Between XXXX and now my credit score has been reduced XXXX points. I have no late payments or derogatory remarks to explain why this took place. The only thing listed on report is my new loan mortgage ( its in good standing ) and Child support, which is also in good standing. The only thing that has changed is the closed Mortgage loan accounts. Ive called all three credit Bureaus and XXXX, but no one can me give an explanation as to why closing those two accounts affected my credit score so negatively. I fully understand that closed accounts can reduce your credit score some. But, losing a XXXX points for paying loans off is unacceptable. My credit score went from XXXX to XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Account status incorrect

n a XXXX Credit Report there was a charge off for a XXXX/XXXX. 
In a recent XX/XX/XXXX Credit Report the same XXXX/XXXX  was showing as a collection. 

I am filing a complain against XXXX, XXXX and Equifax for improper reporting of this charge off on my XXXX Credit report. 

This XXXX/XXXX  collection needs to be deleted as it was shown as a charge off on my XX/XX/XXXX credit report and four years  later somehow it is reporting differently. 

I have attached both credit reports for you to compare. 

This needs to be deleted off of my credit report. 
Thank you, XXXX & XXXX XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

In accordance with the fair credit reporting act XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 Section 2 : States A consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions.

15 U.S.C 1692-c : States without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction a debt collector may not communicate with a consumer in connection with the collection of Any debt. 
I also have proof of XXXX violations they also made against me and will be further pursuing monetary Relief.
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

False information on my credit report : Accounts 1. XXXX : {$1000.00} on XX/XX/XXXX Inquiries 1. XXXX XXXX : XX/XX/XXXX 2. XXXX XXXX :  XX/XX/XXXX 3. XXXX XXXX XXXX : XX/XX/XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Account information incorrect

XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) - I paid off the attached debt to the creditor. Once my check cleared I contacted the account to verify if my account was updated and information forwarded to the credit bureaus. I was informed XXXX  does not update the credit files with partial payments. I advised the account I was only aware of the balance of {$750.00} and inquired of the difference. The XXXX  collector advise she wasn't sure of the difference therefore I disputed the balance of {$130.00} with the account. To date I have to received an explanation of the remaining balance. 

Once XXXX advised they did not update partial payments to the credit bureaus I forwarded the information to the credit reporting agencies directly XXXX XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX XXXX. All three had updated my file to reflect the correct balance however when I checked my report with Equifax today I've noticed the full amount of the account was re-established on my credit report ; which is erroneous.
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

I am submitting this CFPB complaint to request that you remove the fraudulent Accounts and information I found on my Credit File. My credit report contains a significant number of unauthorized requests, as well as some erroneous reporting of Information. I can tell that someone has stolen my identity. As a result, I filed a formal report to the FTC with XXXX XXXX # XXXX. In accordance with the provisions of FCRA Section 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), I have included that report in this complaint. Please remove these items from my credit record as soon as possible to comply with the law ( i.e., 4 days ). Please let me know if you require anything else. Here is the list of accounts and information that you should remove : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, AR XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, AR XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX AR XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX NY XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX AR 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 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 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 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XX/XX/XXXX. I have read that under the Fair Credit Reporting Act section XXXX, you are required by law to remove any accounts and information that resulted due to identity theft, please do so.
Complaint sub-issue: Account information incorrect

I have attached highlighted pictures of accounts on my credit report that are reporting incorrectly, per the FCRA they have to report correct information or be deleted.
Complaint sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

This bureau reported misleading information and they trespassed my rights of privacy. They have failed to do their GRAVE RESPONSIBILITY which is to ensure fairness, impartiality, and a respect for the consumer 's right to privacy. This is a direct violation of federal law. Their negligence has caused me distress and I'm seeking litigation.
Complaint sub-issue: Debt was paid

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX sent us to a collection Agency, AFNI ( XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX Illinois XXXX ) for a {$930.00} balance stemming from XXXX or XXXX XXXX. ( Account # XXXX ) There have been no attempts to collect this debt. We first saw this item on my credit report as part of a refinance attempt in XXXX. 

( 1 ) we attempted to contact XXXX XXXX XXXX to find out what this debt was for. We remember cancelling the service in XXXX XXXX and returned the equipment at that time using the shipping labels provided by XXXX XXXX XXXX. We have no records of this however, as it occured more than 6 years ago. 

( 2 ) XXXX XXXX XXXX can not provide us with any invoices nor can they tell us what this debt was for. As they stated themselves it was over 6 years ago. We have been told many different things by many different depts. and really got the runaround. They have stated they would try and look in their archives to validate this debt but we have not received any notification of this so far. 

( 3 ) We did reach someone at AFNI and after several attempts to get to their " XXXX XXXX XXXX accounts '' department., A XXXX XXXX XXXX informed us that this debt was for the non return of some equipment and that the balance was {$930.00}. We asked him for the invoices or paperwork to substantiate this debt. He at first asked us to send him an email requesting this ( XXXXXXXXXXXX / XXXX ). When I asked to verify this, he recanted saying, he first would put this account in dispute and then go back to XXXX XXXX XXXX to request them to send me this documentation. 

( 4 ) There have been no attempts that i know of to collect this debt since the XXXX time frame. I have purchased a home, and refinanced twice since this time frame and there was never any delinquencies nor any collection account. A credit report from XXXX can verify this information. I have always paid my bills on time and have never been late. 

( XXXX ) I have been informed by my lender that a dispute of this item would not suffice for the new mortgage. There can not be a dispute notated on my credit report. 

My only options right now are either to dispute this item and delay my refinance or pay this item to the debt collector and then try and seek a refund after my refinance. neither are equitable options. I am seeking your help for a timely resolution to this item. I can not believe a collection item like this would magically appear 6 years after the fact. And I can imagine XXXX not being able to substantiate this debt. Can someone at the CFPB help me with this?
Complaint sub-issue: Can't get other flexible options for repaying your loan

On XX/XX/XXXX, I contacted First Mark Services regarding time urgent need for assistance for deferment on my XXXX  Held loans, to discuss the dire need for help no these loans both due to COVID-19 and two natural disasters which affected my employment in the counties which I reside. I was on hold for two hours, only to be then be disconnected by an inept agent attempting to process the Natural Disaster Forbearance per my request either for the COVID-19 relief, or the other natural disasters affecting my employment occurring in XXXX XXXX ( Wildfires ) and earthquakes in XX/XX/XXXX. 

I am in need of dire assistance with forbearance on these loans, as previously promised to me by First Mark staff -- whom are often extremely inept at assisting me, providing very conflicting information each time. I am requesting immediate assistance from First Mark to ensure that these loans are being processed for the Natural Disaster forbearance as promised previously on my XXXX XXXX  loans. This matter is time urgent.
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

I submited an FTC Identity Theft report numerous times via mail and via fax to Equifax and they are refusing to remove the information that is falsely reporting on my credit report. I received a paper copy of my full credit report, dated XX/XX/XXXX, via mail from them stating ( page 4 ) that " the disputed item is not currently reporting on the equifax credit file ''. The compananies on the mailed paper document that I disputed under inquires shows as XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, and XXXX XXXX. In this same exact report on page 64, those same companies are displaying under inquires ( XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX ) and there are two other companies I do not recognize and that are not on my online report with Equifax ( XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX , XX/XX/XXXX ) and XXXX XXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ). These new company names seem to be consistent with dates of the original inquiry disputes I submitted ( XXXX ). I have pulled my credit report online as of XX/XX/XXXX and the following company inquires are listed on my current credit file still ( XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX  XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX ( listed 3 times ). This company is being contradictive, information is inconsistent, I requested proof for all of the accounts I disputed on my credit report ( original signed contracts or agreements with my signature ) on XX/XX/XXXX - still have yet to receive it, it has passed the 30 day window to provide it- which with the law states they should be removed, the paper credit report mailed is not consistent as to what is displayed online - inconsistent and inaccurate reporting which is affecting my credit profile.
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

contacted credit reporting agency to inform them about incorrect information that is reporting on my file. reporting agency did not do the required due diligence to remove incorrect information on time. and they refuse to actually investigate and remove incorrect information
Complaint sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

I have a negative credit reporting due to a company selling my information to a collection agency while in contact with me without my knowledge.
Complaint sub-issue: Received bad information about my loan

I agreed to co-sign my grand-daughter 's college loan, Sallie Mae, 2 years ago. They now have us paying for a loan that was to be deferred and I owe more than she does. We are XXXX and worried about this situation. Can you help us?
Complaint sub-issue: Account status incorrect

am XXXX XXXX XXXX and I am submitting this complaint myself and there is no third party involved. Despite the multiple previous written requests, the unverified inquiries listed below still remain on my credit report in violation of Federal Law. The Equifax Credit Bureau failed to comply with Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 USC sections 1681i within the time set forth by law and continued reporting of erroneous information which now, given all my attempts to address it directly with the creditor, as willful negligence and non-compliance with federal statutes. PLEASE REMOVE THE FOLLOWING INQUIRIES COMPLETELY FROM MY CREDIT REPORT. 
XXXX-Date of inquiry XXXX/XXXX/2019 XXXX-Date of inquiry XXXX/XXXX/2019