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Complaint sub-issue: Trouble with how payments are being handled

In XXXX, I began to experience harassment from Discover Student Loans. I had never received any billing statements or been advised of amounts due. The situation escalated when they began calling my elderly father every day, resulting in considerable distress for him. 
To stop the harassment, I agreed to let Discover extract $ XXXX/mo directly from my credit union account on the XXXX of each month, which they have done since XX/XX/XXXX. They stated that this would stop the harassment calls, but that I would continue to get threatening notices by mail, which I did receive. These notices include threats of turning my account over to a collection agency, even though payments were being made. I consider this to be an additional and unnecessary form of harassment, after agreeing to automatic payment arrangements. 
The most recent payment was removed from my bank account on XX/XX/XXXX. There has never been any problem with my monthly payments. Funds have been available every month, and all payments have been processed as agreed. My records show that this agreement is in effect until XX/XX/XXXX. 
On XX/XX/XXXX I began receiving emails stating that my account was unpaid and overdue as of XX/XX/XXXX, despite the fact that Discover was still removing {$370.00} from my bank account every month. This email harassment has continued almost daily. My phone is showing 30 missed calls from ( XXXX ) XXXX, which is more than ridiculous. I have called Discover,  and was told that I did not have any sort of payment agreement with them. If that is the case, how are they still taking money out of my credit union account every month? I have also sent messages several times per week via their online message center. I have received only generic replies. My online account center shows that the payments have all been made, and my bank statements also prove this. 
I am fed up with this harassment. Discover has failed to correct their error, and I am sick and tired of trying to resolve this matter with them. Their pat response is, Well, you need to call a different number so one of our account specialists can help you. That number is already unattended by the time I get home from work. I am not wasting any more of my time on these incompetent morons. They have had every opportunity to resolve this matter, and have failed to do so. My account is NOT overdue. My payments have been made every month as agreed. I have never agreed to any change in terms or due date, nor have I been advised of any status change regarding my automatic payments.

I am requesting an investigation to determine why my payments are not being acknowledged and/or credited to my account. Im sure Im not the only person who is experiencing this type of unnecessary harassment from Discover Student Loans. This should be a very simple matter to resolve, yet Discover has refused to do so.

Thank you for your assistance.
Complaint sub-issue: Was not notified of investigation status or results

Hi I am writing to complain about this negative items I have on my report. I sent you a letter over 2 months ago. And I thought I was supposed to get a response from you, but I still haven't got any. So I came to this website to seek help. With the hope that this time you would take care of my issues and investigate those negative items that I have in my report. Here I am attaching the same letter that I sent you XXXX months ago. I've been joining online forums about credit repair and consumer rights. That's how I found this website because I was told that this will help me reach your organization.
Complaint sub-issue: Public record information inaccurate

There are inaccurate addresses, spelling of my name and Chapter XXXX Bankruptcy reporting on my credit reports. After viewing my credit reports on XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX both are showing inaccurate reporting of Chapter Bankruptcy XXXX discharged. On XXXX XXXX it's showing the Bankruptcy XXXX discharged on XXXX and XXXX   and not Equifax. On XXXX XXXX it's showing on Equifax and not XXXX ( attached ). 

So I contacted the couthouse in XXXX Mississippi listed on my Equifax report because on XXXX has it listed as " Federal Court ''  this bankrupcty was dismissed, not discharged and is not reporting 100 % clear and accurate information FCRA 609 ( a ) ( 1 ). The Date of filing is inaccurate also. 

After more research I found that this was also a violation of all 3 companies to insure that grave responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and a respect for my right to privacy. 15 U.S.C. 1681 ( a ) ( 4 ). In the case of XXXX Vs XXXX  " reasonable procedures should be carried out to assure maximum possible accuracy '' on my credit report 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ). 

And THE ELECTRONIC CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS 660.4 Direct disputes. ( iv ) Information derived from public records, such as judgments, bankruptcies, liens, and other legal matters ( unless provided by a furnisher with an account or other relationship with me, the consumer ). I had no relationship with the courthouse or whatever company furnished this information. 

FDIC 600.1 Authority and purpose ( b ) The Fair Credit Reporting Act requires that XXXX, Equifqx, and XXXX provide information to be fair and equitable towards me with regard to the confidentiality, accuracy, and proper use of any information reporting on my credit profile. 

And first-hand knowledge, which means XXXX, Equifax, and XXXX should have on file, if this Bankruptcy was accurately reporting, the actual petition of the bankruptcy, bearing my signature in BLUE INK according to FCRA 603 ( 2 ) Verification ( I ) made in connection with an application that was made by, or a transaction that was initiated by me, or in connection with a review of an account under section 604 ( a ) ( 3 ) ( F ) ( ii ) [ 1681b ]. 

FCRA 604 15 U.S.C. 1681b XXXX, XXXX and XXXX   maintains under my social security number ( a ) In general. Subject to subsection ( c ), any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : ( 1 ) In response to the order of a court having jurisdiction to issue such an order. Making this BANKRUPTCY FILING INCORRECT, INACCURATE AND UNVERIFIABLE.
Complaint sub-issue: Investigation took more than 30 days

I recently reviewed my credit report provided by your organization, and I was shocked to find several inconsistencies that are damaging my good name. I expect this letter to promptly resolve the pointed data which is reported inaccurate. I am aware your job is to maintain accurate records of all my credit accounts. I have submitted letters to XXXX, Equifax, and XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX stating the inaccuracies on my credit report. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXXXXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX. A collection is by default late and past due. Remove above mentioned accounts from my credit report due to reporting past due and for inaccuracy. After you have finished my request, please send me a copy of my credit report reflecting these changes. 

2. The date of last activity you are reporting for the below accounts dont match my records.

3. A collection is by default late and past due. Remove above mentioned accounts from my credit report due to reporting past due and for inaccuracy. 

4. XXXX XXXX XXXX limit is reporting on XXXX. 

The FCRA and Regulation V generally require a furnisher to conduct a reasonable investigation of a dispute submitted directly to a furnisher by a consumer concerning the accuracy of any information contained in a consumer report. Please see attached proof.
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

To : Whom It May concern : I am writing to dispute a fraudulent charge on my account in the amount of {$0.00}. 
I am a victim of Identity theft, and I did not make or authorize this charge. I am requesting that the charge be removed, that any finance other charges related to the fraudulent amount be credited, as well and that I receive an accurate statement. This request is made pursuant to the Fair Credit Billing Acts amendments to the Truth in Lending Act, 15 U.S.C. 1666-1666b, 12 C.F.R 226.13. See Also 12 C.F.R 226.12 ( b ) -- REAL ESTATE LOAN 1. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX with ACCT # XXXX opened on XX/XX/2019 with a balance of {$0.00} -This is not my account.
Complaint sub-issue: Account status incorrect

Equifax has continually and consistently failed miserably at maintaining any sense of accuracy, correctness, or fairness with regard to maintaining my credit report. 

During the course of the calendar year XXXX and eight months into the calendar year XXXX, I have disputed the incorrect reporting of duplicate accounts from XXXX XXXX directly with Equifax via mail, certified mail, and online via their customer portal. All attempts have failed, without any reasonable research, effort or response beyond the standard automated response from Equifax. 

The amounts being reported incorrectly are {$3000.00} on one entry and {$0.00} on a second. Both contain multiple inaccuracies, along with information that is simply wrong! These entries and inaccuracies are causing me many issues when trying to gain new credit or extend existing terms. This is not only wrong but illegal!
Complaint sub-issue: Account status incorrect

This is XXXX XXXX and I am sending this complaint personally. I have no connection to any Credit Repair Company or any of its kind to handle my credit reports. My request for the correction and removable of the erroneous information about my accounts has been diligently neglected by Equifax. Despite sending them a letter, for the said request, I still haven't received any response up to this date. Besides, the inaccurate information about my accounts is still on my report. Therefore, Equifax has not complied with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 USC Sections 1681i within the time permitted by law and continued reporting as unverified information Below are the accounts that are still reporting on my account : XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance Owed : {$1200.00}
Complaint sub-issue: Attempted to collect wrong amount

I had a XXXX XXXX Plan for my XXXX XXXX, XXXX. However, after XXXX been mistreated by the veterinary. I contacted XXXX by email with a letter ( see below ). The statement was ignored and they continue sending reminders regarding payment. Sadly, my XXXX got worst. She could n't XXXX and in pain. With my broken heart, I got her cremated, on XXXX XXXX, 2016. It has been very hurtful not have her and for XXXX XXXX Hospital continue to collect payment. 


XXXX XXXX, 2016 XXXX XXXX Hospital XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX Re : XXXX Client ID # XXXX On XXXX XXXX, 2016, my XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX was at the XXXX Hospital XXXX XXXX XXXX NJ for a nail problem. In addition, she received the XXXX XXXX XXXX. Painfully right after she was not herself. XXXX was having XXXX XXXX and with no energy. 

Due to her illness, I brought her back to see the veterinary on XXXX XXXX. I had to upgrade my plan since he performed multiple testing 's. I was told nothing was found that I should consider consulting a XXXX. He also provided a prescription. She was not getting better and continue having the same symptoms. Therefore, she was back at XXXX on XXXX XXXX. Basically, I was told the same and went home with multiples prescriptions. 

XXXX still was not herself. Therefore, on XXXX XXXX, I took her to XXXX XXXX Hospital her prior veterinary. I called XXXX and requested all her medical records to be fax. She had XXXX and was very fragile. However, after the examination was very clear the reason of her illness. It was due to the XXXX. 

I was not provided with the client information sheet for the XXXX XXXX neither was told of the medical reactions. In addition, XXXX is XXXX XXXX XXXX and should not got the XXXX XXXX. However, I had trust on the XXXX XXXX Hospital veterinaries. 

For that reason, I am requesting the immediately cancelation of my plan with no comprising fees and a reimbursement for the total amount of {$920.00}. Enclosed are copies of all documentation. 

I look forward to your response and a resolution to my problem. I will interval until XXXX XXXX before seeking help from the NJ XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX and the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX for Veterinary.
Complaint sub-issue: Didn't receive notice of right to dispute

XXXX  has not sent me any information regarding this debt. It was sent to Enhanced Recovery Collections with a balance that is not correct. The balance is over {$300.00} and this is not the correct balance that was left off when leaving  XXXX .     I noticed this debt had been placed on my credit report. I am disputing the above referenced debt. Please verify this debt as required by the Fair Debt Collection Practices ( FDCPA ) ( secti on 1692g ). Arizon a  State regulations require all debt collectors  to send specific written documentation verifying the debt. Please provide : Proof of my agreement to pay the original creditor A copy of the final account statement issued by the original creditor ; A breakdown of the total amount due, showing principal, interest, and other charges ; and For all other charges, the date of and the basis for each charge.   I dispute this charge because I do not recognize this debt amount and I do not owe any money to this creditor referenced of termination fee.     Because I am disputing this debt, you should not report it to the credit reporting agencies. If you have already reported it, please notify the credit reporting agencies that the debt is disputed and/or delete the trade line from my credit report.  Reporting inf ormation that you know to be inaccurate, or failing to report information correctly, violates the FDPCA and their Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Complaint sub-issue: Debt is not mine

A debt collector, Genpact, LLC, contacted me in XXXX, XXXX, stating that I owed my former health insurance provider more than {$1600.00} for pharmacy claims that were submitted to the carrier - and for which the carrier paid - more than 30 days after the policy had been terminated. I had never been contacted by their client - the health insurance company - about this debt and the collector contacted me almost a year after the policy had been terminated. I sent a letter to the collector within the 30 days of receiving their letter, disputing the debt. I told them it was not my fault that the insurance company made an error and paid money on claims more than 30 days after the policy had been terminated. I requested the collector to provide written proof that I was financially responsible for this debt. The debt collector called me in XXXX XXXX and stated that they received " proof '' that the debt was mine. The " proof '' they received was a phone call from their client, asserting the debt was valid and belonged to me. I told the collector this was not acceptable and that the law requires them to provide proof that the debt belongs to me in writing. I then filed a complaint with the California XXXX XXXX 's office, asking them to investigate this debt because it seems illogical that the carrier could accept and pay claims on a terminated policy and then try to collect the money from me almost a year later. The XXXX XXXX 's office opened an investigation. Immediately after this phone call, I sent a new letter to Genpact, LLC, informing them of this and stating once again that I dispute the debt. Two weeks later, the collector sent me the same letter they originally sent to me in XXXX XXXX, with no additional proof of any kind that the debt belongs to me. I feel they can not obtain proof from their client that the debt is valid and they are harassing me.
Complaint sub-issue: Information is not mine

A credit card application was attempted with XXXX on XXXX XXXX. I have filed a fraud report with them and would like to have this hard credit inquiry removed from my account. I did not authorize this credit card attempt.
Complaint sub-issue: Didn't receive terms that were advertised

In XX/XX/XXXX MoneyLion was offering a bonus of up to {$590.00} as part of their pave the wage campaign to highlight pay inequality between genders. To receive the bonus you need to : 1. Join MoneyLion 2. Set up a direct deposit of $ 500+ 3. Opt in to bonus 4. Maintain direct deposit for 90 days to get  bonus So, I opened an account with MoneyLion ( offered through XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, Iowa ) and met all the requirements ( MoneyLion representative enrolled me into the offer over the phone ), but didn't receive a bonus. XX/XX/XXXX I contacted MoneyLion support regarding this issue. I was told it will be resolved in 3-5 business days, but no one actually did anything.
Complaint sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Accordance with the fair credit reporting at XXXX these accounts have violated my rights 15 U.SC 1681 section 6028 states I have the right to privacy 15 U.S.C 6081 section 604 a it also states of consumer report agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions Accounts that need to be rectified : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Thank you once again for the concern
Complaint sub-issue: Didn't receive advertised or promotional terms

I have been calling numerous times over the last 4 months trying to get a promotional statement credit of {$100.00} for using my card. I have sent my email with the offer that was sent to me and copies of my statements showing I met the terms of the promotion. I have had my case escalated and given a number # XXXX. I have an email from XXXX XXXX, with no resolution. I was promised phone calls from XXXX XXXX and XXXX with resolutions and they never call. The amount of times I have called them and left messages is mind boggling. This is so ridiculous the customer service from PNC.
Complaint sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Greetings. I pray you and your family are save this covid season. I have been trying to reach these companies about the errors on my credit profile. They keep simply saying re-investigation over and over again when I have asked and requested them to please adhere to the law. Please see attached documents.
Complaint sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

On XX/XX/XXXX I sent credit dispute letters asking for the credit bureaus to properly verify and validate these accounts because they do not belong to me and they are a product of identity theft I ask them to send me a copy of application and contracts sign by me To verify identity and I have not Received any of these items At all I received was a letter stated These items was verified as accurate and a couple of bills that dont belong to me
Complaint sub-issue: Fee problem

The company is illegally charging my small business checking account with an " analysis service fee '' - which is all over XXXX from other angry customers. I never asked for the special service - a laughably outdated mail advice when a deposit is received. Who would pay {$22.00} to receive a letter by snail mail in the digital age? Multiple requests via phone and email have resulted in them telling me it has to be resolved in the branch. I have visited two different branches and yet the fees continue. This company must be held to account for illegal billing practices and obstinance in correcting the situation.
Complaint sub-issue: Problem with statement of dispute

to who it may concern i am having concerns about the Credit report company Equifax, i Pulled my Annual Credit Report online XXXX XXXX 17. I Receive it so that means that i prove to be who i was stating to be i reviewed it saw things that did'nt add up disputed in a letter and provided my social security and My driver license, then received a letter XXXX XXXX 17 stating that the Identification i provided does not match there files, So does that mean everything on my credit report is unreliable and unverifiable. i uploaded the letters
Complaint sub-issue: Account status incorrect

On XX/XX/XXXX an automated payment in the amount of XXXX was posted to my XXXX XXXX credit card account. Around the same time my bank account was compromised and my bank advised that all outgoing payments/debits would be reversed. I contacted XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX and expained that the payment was most likely going to get reversed and that I would like to make another payment to avoid late fees and prevent my account becoming past due. I was able to speak to a manager and he processed another payment.I have attached a payment confirmation e-mail from XXXX XXXX showing the amount of the payment and the date of the payment. OnXX/XX/XXXX I received a bill from XXXX XXXX ( please see attached ) showing a XXXX balance and the payment from XX/XX/XXXX posted to my account. 
On XX/XX/XXXX I logged into my XXXX XXXX account to make a purchase and I noticed that I have an account balance of {$59.00}. The balance was for the initial account balance of XXXX, late fee and interest. I contaced XXXX XXXX and spoke to 3 different representatives over a period of 2 hours and they all stated that my account is past due because the payment from the XX/XX/XXXX was reversed. All three representatives stated that they do see notes on my account from XX/XX/XXXX supporting the fact that I did make another payment but neither could explain why they did not post the payment from XX/XX/XXXX to my account even though a manager took my financial information and provided an email confirmation for the payment. 
XXXX XXXX has now incorrectly reported my account past due to the credit bureaus and as a result it's has impacted my credit score negatively. XXXX XXXX is in violation of Fair Credit Reporting act FCRA 5 U.S.C. 1681 and should be held liable.
Complaint sub-issue: Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize

On XXXX XXXX XXXX  placed an unauthorized inquiry on my Equifax report. 
On XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  placed an unauthorized inquiry on my Equifax Report. 
On XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX placed an unauthorized inquiry on my Equifax report. 
On XXXX XXXX XXXX  placed an unauthorized inquiry on my Equifax report. 
On XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX placed an unauthorized inquiry on my Equifax report. 
On XXXX XXXX XXXX placed an unauthorized inquiry on my Equifax report. 
On XXXX XXXX XXXX placed an unauthorized inquiry on my Equifax report. 
On XXXX XXXX XXXX placed an unauthorized inquiry on my Equifax report. 
On XXXX XXXX  XXXX company placed an unauthorized inquiry on my Equifax report. 
On XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  placed an unauthorized inquiry on my Equifax report.
Complaint sub-issue: Problem with product or service terms changing

On XX/XX/2019 I saw so many posts on social media about an Equifax Data Breach Settlement that I followed the link and forfeited my right to credit monitoring with the expectation that I would receive {$120.00} settlement check. Subsequently, there have been many comments about NOT receiving a check. I understand now that all of the people that signed up for this will not receive credit monitoring service and that was not very clear in the Equifax Data Breach Settlement website. I think the company took advantage and allowed people to misunderstand what they were signing away just so they would not have to provide the service in the future. 
Im still extremely frustrated by the lack of internal controls to maintain and monitor hacking at Equifax. How does the consumer trust this company to safeguard our most personal information?
Complaint sub-issue: Can't decrease my monthly payments

I have been in contact with PNC about repayment of a private loan. I spoke with them explaining I would not be able to pay the monthly payments because they are too high. 
In XXXX I XXXX and became XXXX and unable to work. I have told them this and asked for a loan modification but was denied. I have been speaking with them since XXXX about this issue. My first payment was due yesterday XXXX/XXXX/17, it was {$730.00}. I simply can not afford it. All I have asked was for an affordable monthly payment, but PNC has said there is nothing they can do. I want to pay but I am just unable to afford the payments.