Johnade/consumer_complaints_cfpb huggingface dataset:
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

I am writing to delete the information in my file. The items i need deleted are listed in the report. I am a victim of Identity theft and did not make the charge. I ask that the items be deleted to correct my credit report. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and i also have enclosed copies of the Federal Trade Commission 's Identity theft affidavit. I would appreciate it if you deleted these items as soon as possible as it is hindering me. I'm trying to advance in my life by getting a house, a car and finish my XXXX.
Complaint sub-issue: Problem getting your free annual credit report

On XX/XX/2021 I contacted Equifax at 1-888-EQUIFAX in reference to error code NH I received while trying to obtain a copy of my free annual credit report at the Equifax website. I was instructed to fax over copies of a bill, social security card and picture ID. I faxed the information XX/XX/2021. I waited until mid XX/XX/2021 but I never received a reply from them. I was finally able start the process to create an online account after receiving multiple error messages during mid XX/XX/2021 : however, I couldnt complete the process because they couldnt validate my information and they needed to mail me a code. I received the code XX/XX/2021 and able to create the account ; however, I still have not had access to my credit report after several attempts. I always received a message saying that the system is down.
Complaint sub-issue: Personal information incorrect

I have a account with Equifax clearly they no that my name is XXXX XXXX But they constantly change it back to XXXX XXXX that is incorrect never have i used or used that name or alias. The also have blocked me from disputing this. Incorrect reporting
Complaint sub-issue: Debt was paid

XXXX XXXX false accused me of owing a debt I did not owe! I HAD A SECURE card in 2016 the account was closed & XXXX XXXX report wrong and inaccurate information on my credit report which lead me to pay a debt I did not owe!!! I have attached documents to prove I did not owe a debt when the account was closed!!! I demand XXXX XXXX & the collection agency & credit bureau send me proof of the debt!
Complaint sub-issue: Debt is not yours

Citi bank hired a collection agency and an attorney to collect a debt which I was trying to get one of simple rights in the process which is to validate the debt since XXXX of 2021 all three Citibank, the collection agency, and the attorney could not produce the above validate nor they communicate in any manner a way to resolve that issue, they simply took advantage of credit agency reporting a negative mark on my credit that reflected in higher interest any way I turn for credit if at all granted without the right to do so to me. 
As attached documents display the what I was getting form all parties simply circling me around between all three. And finally, Citibank when last year was pushing me to contact the collection agency and the attorney, but now we reached to a point where the collection agency and the attorney returned the file back Citibank, so I contacted Citibank again after the initial contact with them made last year, only this time I contacted Citibank by an official letter as you can see in attachments to verify the debt, but Citibank ignored the matter altogether as you can see the letter with certified mail I sent them on XX/XX/XXXX to verify the debt.
Complaint sub-issue: Received unsolicited financial product or insurance offers after opting out

XX/XX/XXXX, 2017, I was approved for an Auto Loan through my financial institution ( XXXX ). After researching vehicles, I test drove a XXXX XXXX XXXX-I liked the vehicle. To give my choice consideration, an hour or two after the test drive I went back to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX IL, XXXX ( ( XXXX ) XXXX ) : to begin negotiations. <P/>I settled on a price. After a drawn out process with the salesman, I was then taken to the Finance Manager ( XXXX XXXX ) who was inappropriate and unprofessional insulting XXXX and my loyalty to them. I rejected all offers for other financing options and refused to sign the loan application he had prepared befor I sat down indicating " I had to sign it! '' I DID NOT sign nor authorize XXXX XXXX or any other auto dealer to run or prepare a loan application on my behalf. XX/XX/XXXX, 2017 I received a rejection letter from XXXX XXXX regarding a loan I had applied for. Loan application # XXXX. I called XXXX XXXX but they would not give me any information other than the car dealership name regarding this issue. I was told to contact the dealer. <P/>I am sure you can understand for the safety of myself and my family ; with regard the mechanical readiness of the purchased vehicle I refuse to do so. <P/>Furthermore, I also received a credit card for an AUTO purchase with a line of {$7500.00} XXXX dollars. This offer I discovered is from a XXXX XXXX. Some how this is associated with XXXX XXXX or the value extended to this organization. <P/>I have been the victim of TAX fraud in the past ; both my banks in the past week have upgraded and increased my security measures regarding my accounts : this is an indication my information is being compromised. <P/>Please I implore you to look into this on my behalf. <P/>Your interest is greatly appreciated. -- -- - Respectfully XXXX XXXX XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Account status incorrect

XXXX  XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX  XXXX, PA XXXX XXXX Re : Letter to Remove Inaccurate Credit Information : To Whom It May Concern : I received a copy of my credit report and found the following item ( s ) below to be errors.

This letter is a formal complaint that inaccurate information is list on my credit report. 
The below information in my credit profile is having damaging effects on my credit standing. As you are no doubt aware, credit reporting laws ensure that bureaus report only accurate credit information. The inclusion of this inaccurate information is a mistake on either your or the reporting creditor 's part. Because of the mistakes on my credit report, I have been wrongfully denied credit, which was highly embarrassing and has negatively impacted my lifestyle. 
The following information needs to be verified and deleted from my credit report as soon as possible : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX Re : Letter to Remove Inaccurate Credit Information : To Whom It May Concern : I received a copy of my credit report and found the following item ( s )  below to be errors. 
This letter is a formal complaint that inaccurate information is list on my credit report. 
The below information in my credit profile is having damaging effects on my credit standing. As you are no doubt aware, credit reporting laws ensure that bureaus report only accurate credit information. The inclusion of this inaccurate information is a mistake on either your or the reporting creditor 's part. Because of the mistakes on my credit report, I have been wrongfully denied credit, which was highly embarrassing and has negatively impacted my lifestyle. 
The following information needs to be verified and deleted from my credit report as soon as possible : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Equifax Information Services LLC XXXX. XXXX   XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX XXXX Re : Letter to Remove Inaccurate Credit Information : To Whom It May Concern : I received a copy of my credit report and found the following item ( s ) below to be errors. 
This letter is a formal complaint that inaccurate information is list on my credit report. 
The below information in my credit profile is having damaging effects on my credit standing. As you are no doubt aware, credit reporting laws ensure that bureaus report only accurate credit information. The inclusion of this inaccurate information is a mistake on either your or the reporting creditor 's part. Because of the mistakes on my credit report, I have been wrongfully denied credit, which was highly embarrassing and has negatively impacted my lifestyle. 
The following information needs to be verified and deleted from my credit report as soon as possible : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX/XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Last XX/XX/XXXX, i found some wrong details on my credit report. I immedaitely wrote to the credit bureaus to correct and have these items removed or upodated but until today, XX/XX/XXXX, these very same items are still on my account. It seems the credit bureaus have done nothing to address my request. 

I am writing to have the following items removed : XXXX : " XXXX XXXX XXXX '' XXXX : " XXXX XXXX XXXX '' Equifax XXXX XXXX I know for certain that this is violation of the law as mentioned in 15 U.S. Code 1666b.Timing of payments ( a ) Time to make payments, a creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open-end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose, unless the creditor has adopted reasonable procedures designed to ensure that each periodic statement including the information required by section 1637 ( b ) of this title is mailed or delivered to the consumer not later than 21 days before the payment due date.

15 U.S. Code 1681 n Civil liability for willful noncompliance ( a ) In general any person who willfully fails to comply with any requirement imposed under this subchapter with respect to any consumer is liable to that consumer in an amount equal to the sum of ( 1 ) ( A ) any actual damages sustained by the consumer as a result of the failure or damages of not less than {$100.00} and not more than {$1000.00} ; or ( B ) in the case of liability of a natural person for obtaining a consumer report under false pretenses or knowingly without a permissible purpose, actual damages sustained by the consumer as a result of the failure or {$1000.00}, whichever is greater; Under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) this account in violation not reporting 100 % accurate.

Unauthorized/Erroneous Account RESULT OF The Equifax Data Breach Direct Violation of The FCRA Reporting falsely Under 15 U.S. Code 1681a ( 2 ) ( B ) Exclusions from a consumer Report This account is in violation any credit transaction supposed to be excluded from a consumer credit report. if a social security card was used in the transaction.
Complaint sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Completed dispute With Equifax regarding a collection account showing on my report. Creditor/collection agency requested deletion of account from report. I sent this letter in with my dispute to have the item removed from my report. Equifax investigation results did not update properly and delete item from report. They simply updated the item. Debtor is XXXX XXXX XXXXor XXXX XXXX. The item has still not been deleted from my report even after this has been submitted in writing.
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

I contacted all 3 Credit Bureaus XXXX, XXXX and Equifax several times regarding 3 accounts that were opened with XXXX as a result of Identity Theft. After several disputes and even filing complaints with the CFPB in which they were again provided with copies of the police reports all 3 bureaus removed the accounts responding that the ID Theft was founded and the accounts had been removed. Now 2 weeks ago I received notice the bureaus without cause relisted the previously deleted accounts. The notation was added " The Creditor is unable to reach you in regards to the ID Theft '' the creditor has reached me numerous times and has been provided all of the information. Relisting the following accounts is a violation of FCRA. The following accounts must be removed from my credit reports immediately or I will be forced to retain legal counsel and seek Judicial and financial recourse. 
XXXX XX/XX/XXXX {$0.00} {$250.00} {$5400.00} XX/XX/XXXX REPOSSESSION {$510.00} XXXX XX/XX/XXXX {$4000.00} {$46.00} {$4600.00} XX/XX/XXXX CHARGE-OFF {$1500.00} XXXX XX/XX/XXXX {$3000.00} {$3600.00} {$3600.00} XX/XX/XXXX CHARGE-OFF {$3600.00} Additionally I realized now the following Hard Inquires on my credit report which are not my own and do not meet the FCRAs Definition of Permissible Purpose All users must have a permissible purpose under the FCRA to obtain a consumer report. Section 604 contains a list of the permissible purposes under the law. These are : As ordered by a court or a federal grand jury subpoena. : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX , XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Unless the Credit Bureaus themselves can provide a subpoena showing just cause to allow these to remain they need to be removed immediately. 

And finally the following account was just added to my account and was not opened or authorized by myself and needs to be immediately removed : MABT - RETAIL XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX, OR N/A N/A $ USD XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

I when to apply for a store card and was denied for too many delinquencies to my surprise then, checking my credit report I found some discrepancies in items that are not mine, I believe I've been a victim of identity theft, so I'd like to report this to ask for help in restoring my credit. 
In the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), you are required by federal law to verify - through the physical verification of the original signed consumer contract - any and all accounts you post on a credit. Otherwise, anyone paying for your reporting services could fax, mail or email in a fraudulent account. 

I demand to see Verifiable Proof ( an original Consumer Contract with my Signature on it ) you have on file of the accounts listed below. Your failure to positively verify these accounts has hurt my ability to obtain credit. Under the FCRA, unverified accounts must be removed and if you are unable to provide me a copy of verifiable proof, you must remove the accounts listed below.
Complaint sub-issue: Account status incorrect

The account shows that i was late 40 times XXXX days and 2 times XXXX days. This information is incorrect. The account was charged off few years ago.
Complaint sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Equifax and XXXX are reporting incorrectly that I am 30 days past due on XXXX XXXX - partial account number XXXX. ( Please see pages 2 and 3 of the attached credit report. ) This account reports a {$0.00} balance and {$0.00} past due. This incorrect reporting is harming my credit score. Please keep in mind that it is impossible to be late on accounts where nothing is owed and nothing is past due.
Complaint sub-issue: Problem canceling credit monitoring or identify theft protection service

I used an Equifax report on their website to see my credit score in XX/XX/2019. 

Apparently, they continued charging my credit card on a monthly basis which I discovered in XX/XX/2019. 

Unlike many other providers of subscription services ( e.g. : Utilities, wireless operators, banks, etc ), Equifax deceptively does not provide any monthly billing statements or any other communications showing a customer that they are being recurrently charged, which is clearly aimed at misleading and deceiving customers so Equifax continues billing them for services they do not use or need for as long as possible, and then stonewalls when consumers ask for a refund. This is a bizarre practice for a leading CRA that clearly requires a regulatory action against the company, and might prompt a class action lawsuit. 

I called the company to cancel the service in XX/XX/2019 and explained that I did not use it since XXXX ( which they can easily verify because they log the transactions ). However, they refused to refund XXXX-XXXX charges. 

They transferred my call about 4-5 times for about an hour to random individuals for no apparent reason. When I called again and asked to speak with the supervisor, they hung up on me. When I called again, they connected me to somebody who introduced himself as XXXX, a supervisor, who claimed that they do not have a refund policy ( which is hard to believe for the company of their size ), acted highly unprofessionally, and subsequently refused to connect me to his manager, claiming that the manager was not in the office ( hard to believe that nobody is managing their call center, particularly given that I called during regular business hours in XXXX where they are headquartered ).
Complaint sub-issue: Problem using the card to withdraw money from an ATM

I went to 5 different ATM 's on, including 3 that were pointed out to me by the bank 's ( US Bank Reliacard ) phone app, and I could not withdraw any money. Every time I was given a simple do not dispense error. I tried various amounts ( XXXX ), none worked. Despite having a balance of XXXX dollars on there. No reason given, just refused to dispense. So its impossible to get cash off of this card.
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

Greetings, I have initiated a multiple disputes with EQUIFAX over the past few months to remove unauthorized/unknown Inquiries that they have failed to fully validated that I initiated. It has been well over the 30 days given for EQUIFAX to respond with validated proof to delete these inquiries per the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I have provided all requested documents to EQUIFAX including my filed Identify Theft Police Report and proper identification to get this issue resolved in which they requested. I have also reached out to the creditors but they have also fail to fully validate these unauthorized/unknown Inquiries belongs to me aswell. Below are the reporting Inquiries that should be REMOVED / DELETED from my EQUIFAX credit report. Attached is a copy of my police report for your records. Should you need any additional information please let me know. 

Reporting Inquiries : 1 ) XXXX/XXXX - Date Filed : XX/XX/XXXX 2 ) XXXX XXXX   - Date Filed : XX/XX/XXXX 6 ) XXXX XXXX - Date Filed : XX/XX/XXXX
Complaint sub-issue: Seized/Attempted to seize property

The collection agency obtained a judgment against me only for medical bills associated with the birth of my and my ex-husband 's daughter even though I was legally married when she was born and covered under my husband 's medical insurance. I contacted them approximately 1 month ago to explain the circumstances of the bill, that the judgment should be against us both, that according to a court ordered divorce decree dated XXXX/XXXX/XXXX, my ex-husband is responsible for those medical bills, that I am currently on welfare ( food stamps & OHP ), that he is almost $ XXXX in arrears on child support, that he has no parenting time with the kids, I have no family to assist in the area, and I only work XXXX hours per week supporting the kids completely on my own. 
Last week, my employer and I received a garnishment for {$2900.00}. The judgment is dated for XXXX/XXXX/XXXX and the bills are from on and around XXXX/XXXX/XXXX. They want to take up to XXXX % of my wages for medical bills that are over XXXX years old for my daughter 's birth when I am having difficulty financially supporting them now. I was told that it is perfectly normal to take legal action against only me for the medical bills and that I should hire an attorney. Clearly I can not afford that. Please help! This is completely discriminatory against me as the mother and disabling to my finances.
Complaint sub-issue: Personal information incorrect

I contacted Equifax on XX/XX/2021 via phone at XXXX requesting to have incorrect personal information removed from my report.. After going through the phone verification, I was transferred to a live representative who refused to assist me. He sent over a verification link and when I selected the link it did not work. I am a victim of identity fraud and there is so much incorrect personal data being listed on my credit report I fear this fraudster will be able to beat the system and ruin my credit again.
Complaint sub-issue: Fraudulent loan

I never opened an account with this company. I don't know how they got my information. This company is not licensed to collect debt in my state.
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. 

Account name : XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  ...., Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX .... 
Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX... 
Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX .... 
Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX .... 
Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX .... 
Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX .... 
Account name : XXXX 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 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an 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 XXXXXXXX XXXX 

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: Account information incorrect

I have ttried to fix this problem on XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX. 
This problem started when my credit fell from XXXX to XXXX with Equifax and XXXX. This egrigious error was either caused by a clerk or management. Intentionally or unintentally, it borders on criminal misconduct and may be subject to a lawsuit in the near future. This problem should have been corrected by now. I will also file a duplicate report with the U.S. Attorney General to look into possible criminal mischief.
Complaint sub-issue: Investigation took too long

I have sent Equifax XXXX notices to resolve an issue on my credit report regarding XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX which has to accounts on my Equifax reports. These accounts are now been negatively impacting my reports for almost 8 years. And because they have reached their 7 year mark, they need to be removed immediately. As I am trying to get mortgage.
Complaint sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The account below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) - Account Number : 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 an 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 ) ( a ) 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.