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Complaint sub-issue: Collected or attempted to collect exempt funds

Just over three years ago, I purchased a used XXXX XXXX XXXX from XXXX XXXX located in XXXX, AR, which turned out to be over XXXX dollars. The finance officer, at the dealership, completely forged the loan agreement. I told the individual that I had been on XXXX since XX/XX/XXXX and had only {$1300.00} per month, and that I had a home mortgage of {$560.00} dollars. He told me I was getting the best financing available and I would not have to worry about making the payments. It was then he began his bait and switch. Without showing or telling me what the APR, monthly payment, he stepped out of his office, as I waited ; he " flew '' back in and said, " I have an awesome deal for you! '' He hid the top half of the contract with a piece of paper and told me that I would get a {$2600.00} dollar 10-year bumper-to-bumper warranty, a PTFE resin coating for the exterior paint, and XXXX for the interior. He said that it would all be free, provided I signed that agreement. My head was " spinning '' and he sent me out the door with the keys of the vehicle in my hand and the paperwork - or so I thought. When I arrived home, I looked into the packet with the paperwork and the only documentation that was inside was information on XXXX. I called the finance officer, at XXXX XXXX, the next day and asked him where the documentation was and how much I was being charged per month. He told me that he did not know and I should contact Ally Bank. Ally Bank sent me the contract within a few days. I contacted the finance officer at XXXX XXXX and asked him, " Why did you lie to me and why did you do this egregious act? '' He told me, " Hey, that's business. '' I told him that I was going to park the car on his lot and leave the keys there and he replied, " Do what you want, it's your car now. '' I could not afford the {$450.00} dollars per month to keep the vehicle and survive at the same time. The vehicle was repossessed in XX/XX/XXXX and Ally Bank accuses me of a deficiency of over {$8000.00} dollars. Now, I am not an attorney and do not know the laws here in Arkansas so I tried to work with Ally Bank. To no avail, Ally Bank is suing me for deficiency of payment. Ally Bank has hired attorneys in XXXX, AR. They have tried to garnish my XXXX money and now are trying to put a lien on my home. 

How could one explain that an honest bank would actually approve a loan of over {$23000.00} dollars when an individual lives below the poverty level and only collects just over {$16000.00} per year on XXXX? Both Ally Bank and XXXX XXXX colluded together as they knew I could not make the payments with this predatory loan.
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

I am

writing to have the following information deleted from my file. I have recently been denied for a heating system and when I pulled my credit report I noticed a account that does not belong to me reporting on my file. I also noticed about seven inquires that dont belong to me. I am a victim of identity theft and did n
ot 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 Commissions Identity Theft Affidavit. Please delete the items as soon as possible so that I can get the repairs I need done without having to pay thousands of dollars that I do not currently have.
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 XXXX b ) I am writing to request the method of verification for dispute initiated on XX/XX/XXXX and the subsequent response received on XX/XX/XXXX enclosed with this letter. 
In accordance with FCRA, Section 611, I am requesting this information to review for completeness and accuracy and appropriateness. In lieu of sending the information you can reopen the dispute and ensure a proper investigation is performed. 
I would appreciate a timely response outlining the steps that will occur to resolve this matter. If I do not receive a response I will have no choice but to exercise my right under FRCA, Section 616, and pursue legal action. 

-- OPEN ACCOUNT 1. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX with ACCT # XXXX opened on XX/XX/XXXX with a balance of {$0.00} -This is not my account.
Complaint sub-issue: Public record information inaccurate

Erroneous credit score from all three credit bureaus, impacting ability to obtain credit, etc.
Complaint sub-issue: Account status incorrect

Discover is recording a late payment from XX/XX/2019 on my account ending in XXXX. Ive called multiple times regarding this late payment appearing on my credit report to have it removed because its inaccurate & erroneous. They first told me it would be removed, then they told me it wouldnt be. I asked for an investigation regarding a phone call I had with one of their representatives who assured me that it wouldnt be recorded because of a discover error locking my username. However it has been recorded on my report for several years. Ive been reassured that it would be removed several times. It has not. Recently I spoke with them and they said its verified and theres nothing thats reporting inaccurately. They refuse an investigation into the phone call because they dont keep recordings over 12 months. So they refuse to prove that it was their error & refuse to rectify my credit report due to their mistake. Ive asked multiple times for an investigation, they have not provided any paperwork regarding an investigation. Ive pushed them on the phone to get something more definitive but they constantly hang up. It has been more than 45 days since Ive received anything written.
Complaint sub-issue: Was not notified of investigation status or results

I sent some letters out with an FTC report to Equifax and XXXX about some inquiries and a collection on my credit report that are not accurate and are not mine. I never received any responses from anybody. This is causing me to be stressed emotionally and financially. I know this is a violation of my rights due to the bureaus not providing a notice of dispute and for failure to communicate to me that I disputed stuff on my credit. I just want these accounts to be removed from my credit report immediately or I will take legal action and hire a lawyer. I am trying to purchase a home soon and these negative items are holding my score back.
Complaint sub-issue: Received bad information about your loan

I have been enrolled in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program serviced by XXXX. I finished veterinary school in XX/XX/XXXX, and started making payments six months later. During that time period, I was working in a PSLF eligible position with the USDA. I made my payments on time, every month. I changed to a new PSLF eligible position for the University XXXX XXXX with only a one week period of time in between jobs ( equivalent to my accumulated vacation days ). I have recertified at the end of my XXXX employment ( XX/XX/XXXX ), and eligibility is confirmed. However, XXXX 's system only recognizes 5 of those payments. I have been attempting to get this adjusted by calling XXXX. I call XXXX once or twice a month to work on this issue. It has now been over a year, and XXXX operators still tell me that " it will be fixed, I can see someone working on it now. '' I have certified my employment at the University XXXX XXXX in XX/XX/XXXX, I have recertified in XX/XX/XXXX. XXXX has not updated my eligible payments. When I attempt to address this issue with XXXX phone operators, they seem confused and do not understand why the problem is not being worked on. I bring this issue up when I call XXXX once or twice a month. I make my payments on time and in the full amount that is due. I do this every month. 
The money that XXXX tells me is due each month seems incorrect. I want to be paying the correct amount. The XXXX operators have been unable to advise me on what amount I should be paying. I have asked if I should pay what I think I owe, and the operators have given me mixed opinions only. There does n't seem to be a policy to address this issue. Currently, they request that I make a payment of under {$6.00} per month. I make around XXXX annually, and the payoff amount on my XXXX account is over XXXX. I am not an accountant, but this seems very obviously incorrect. 
When I look at my individual loans in my XXXX account, my loans show that my last payment was in XX/XX/XXXX, but I have paid the total due, on time, each and every month. 
I have tried calling XXXX three times in the past 4 days. I am not able to get through to an operator anymore. I get a recording that asks me to call back later. I have emailed XXXX last week recapping this problem. I have not received an acknowledgment that anyone has received my e-mail. In the past two months, I have spent more than two hours per week on average trying to understand what I can do to fix these problems. In every instance, I have not been able to talk to anyone who can resolve these issues. 
Additionally, XXXX has LOST all information on any payments I have made prior to XX/XX/XXXX, and I think this may be part of the problem. Multiple phone operators have told me they can not find any payments before that date. I started paying into XXXX in XX/XX/XXXX.
Complaint sub-issue: Problem with customer service

My student loans for my teacher credential program were taken out in XX/XX/XXXX. I have now worked for 20 years as a XXXX XXXX XXXX in XXXX XXXX  setting. 
I have paid on these loans since I completed my credential program and owe {$8700.00} as of this date. I completed the loan forgiveness paperwork in XX/XX/XXXX and AES replied that my application was incomplete. I finally resubmitted the application with copies of my credentials in XX/XX/XXXX. I again received a letter stating that my application was incomplete. I again sent in the copies of the application and my XXXX XXXX in XX/XX/XXXX. On XX/XX/XXXX, I received notice that my application was incomplete because " the documentation you submitted to our office indicates that you teach science or math in a secondary school. If, so please submit a copy of your full sate certification ... '' As stated above, I do NOT teach science or math, I XXXX XXXX XXXX. I am sending a letter to AES in response to this along with all the documents I sent in XX/XX/XXXX, but I am extremely frustrated with them and view this as a attempt to deny the loan forgiveness I am very much eligible for. This is either incompetence or obfuscation.
Complaint sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

I have contacted Equifax numerous times in reference to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date openedJun XXXX, XXXX. Equifax has this account charge off as off XX/XX/XXXX. Equifax has been updating this account as a charge off since XX/XX/XXXX to this current year of XX/XX/XXXX. This falsey manipulates the statute of limitations.
Complaint sub-issue: Debt was paid

XXXX XXXX put collection on my credit for a XXXX 's account. I had insurance with XXXX 's. I lost my job and filed a claim with the insurance. The insurance paid it. I sent for validation from XXXX and they just keep ignoring me and not sending anything, yet they continue t report this error on my credit
Complaint sub-issue: Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement

I tried to order a pool cover reel from a vender ( XXXX ), but the order was declined so I pressed the key again and was declined again. I thought nothing of it and looked at other sites. When I received my Citibank card bill I see that I have been charged twice for {$82.00}. I disputed the charges. I tried to contact the company but the phone # they list doesn't exist, also I have not received any product from them. I called Citibank and thought it was all taken care of. What is Citibank 's problem? When I contact Citibank all I get is somebody I can't understand from another country.
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 {$2000.00}, {$0.00}, {$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 ) I am writing to request the method of verification for dispute initiated on XX/XX/XXXX and the subsequent response received on XX/XX/XXXX enclosed with this letter. 
In accordance with FCRA, Section 611, I am requesting this information to review for completeness and accuracy and appropriateness. In lieu of sending the information you can reopen the dispute and ensure a proper investigation is performed. 
I would appreciate a timely response outlining the steps that will occur to resolve this matter. If I do not receive a response I will have no choice but to exercise my right under FRCA, Section 616, and pursue legal action. 

-- CLOSED ACCOUNTS 1. XXXX CARD with ACCT # XXXX opened on XX/XX/XXXX with a balance of {$2000.00} -This is not my account. 

2. XXXX XXXX XXXX with ACCT # XXXX opened on XX/XX/XXXX with a balance of {$0.00} -This is not my account. 


-- STUDENT ACCOUNT 3. XXXX XXXX XXXX  with ACCT # XXXX opened on XX/XX/XXXX with a balance of {$0.00} -This is not my account.
Complaint sub-issue: Funds not handled or disbursed as instructed

XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX and XXXX XXXX  my account had money deposited and within an hour of the deposit being made money started disappearing and US Bank informed me thats how their system is set up Really and thats how people end up over drafting their account because you take the money out and sometimes put it back in after a transaction or you just take the money I am missing within 3 days US Bank took an extra {$100.00} that wasnt for any pending transactions XX/XX/XXXX my balance was XXXX and it went to XXXX and an hour later XXXX. XX/XX/XXXX my balance was XXXX and went to XXXX mind you I had XXXX sent to my account the evening of the XXXX. XX/XX/XXXX my balance was XXXX and they allowed a transaction to occur with my card locked as well and it went to XXXX and back to XXXX. XX/XX/XXXX I had my direct deposit which was XXXX added to XXXX should have been XXXX instead my balance was XXXX after I paid XXXX for a transaction THIS NEEDS TO BE FIXED I have screenshots to prove it
Complaint sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

XXXX XXXX XXXX is illegally listing another persons name under joint without my permission for the person named XXXX XXXX. Illegal!!!!
Complaint sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

XXXX submitting a complaint to you today to inform you I was the victim of identity theft. I researched on how to remove the fraudulent account in my report and found that I need to visit FEDERAL TRADE COMMISION or https : XXXX to file a report and Per FCRA XXXX XXXX Credit Reporting Agencies are required to remove/block any account listed on an id theft report. Please find the ATTACHED documents to assist in the blocking of the erroneous information which is being posted to my report. 

Here is the list of account/item which do not belong to me or were opened without my permission. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NY XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  : XX/XX/2015 XXXX  : {$17000.00} According to FCRA XXXX XXXX ( a ) the CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES shall block any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than XXXX business days after the date of receipt. 
. XXXX attaching the required FTC Report for you ( which complies with FCRA XXXX XXXX ( q ) ( XXXX ) which states ( XXXX ) The term " identity theft report '' has the meaning given that term by rule of the Bureau, and means, at a minimum, a report ( A ) that alleges an identity theft ; ) ( B ) that is a copy of an official, valid report filed by a consumer with an appropriate Federal, State, or local law enforcement agency, including the United States Postal Inspection Service, or such other government agency deemed appropriate by the Bureau ; and ( C ) the filing of which subjects the person filing the report to criminal penalties relating to the filing of false information if, in fact, the information in the report is false. ) The following report included this language but Equifax and XXXX are neglecting to process it to the letter of the law. Please see they are held accountable for as this is impacting my life in emotional, physical & financially... and I would truly not what to pursue a legal remedy ... and the bank 's records ( learned through more research both parties require ). Please block/remove this file. If you feel there is a possibility this account belong to me I require all documentation that bears my signature ( another research items I found that requires you to verify with 100 % accuracy that each account is 100 % true, accurate, correct, complete & VERIFIABLE ). If you do not provide any records & claim the item is verified please understand I will seek legal action. I do not take kindly to games nor does my attorney. SO please comply with the law so this matter can be handled swiftly. These account ( XXXX ) are unknown to me. Also, the information you provided on this account is DELETED from other bureaus and I have doubts in their accuracy and the reported payment history on some account is a mystery to me. As required by FCRA XXXX ( XXXX ) ( XXXX ) ( C ) Authority to decline or rescind.
Complaint sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

XXXXI have never had an account with this company DISCOVERBANK XXXX XXXX REMOVE from all credit agencies from reporting. 
XXXXconsumer means any natural person obligated or allegedly obligated to pay any debt. According to 15 U.S. Code 1692a ( 3 ) 3.This letter is in pursuing 15 U.S. Code 1692c ( c ) Ceasing communication 4.I am the consumer mentioned in 15 U.S. code 1692a ( 3 ) You are DISCOVER BANK the debt collector 15 U.S. Code1692a ( 5 ) I am invoking specified remedies under use 15 U.S. code 1692c ( c ) ( 2 ) as a creditor I am demanding you to terminate all farther efforts pursing to 15 U.S. Code 1692c ( c ) ( 1 ) 5.I am the executor under the 15 U.S. Code 1692c ( d ) pursing to 15 U.S. Code 1692d A debt collector may not engage in any conduct the natural consequence of which is to harass, oppress, or abuse any person in connection with the collection of a debt. Without limiting the general application of the foregoing, the following conduct is a violation of this section : ( 1 ) ( 2 ) and ( 4 ) 6.According to 15 U.S. Code 1962e ( 8 ) Communicating or threatening to communicate to any person credit information which is known, or which should be known to be false, including the failure to communicate that a disputed debt is disputed. 
7.15 U.S. Code 1692e ( 12 ) The false representation or implication that accounts have been turned over to innocent purchasers for value.

8.As mentioned in the 15 U.S. Code 692f Unfair practices ( 8 ) 9.While pursuing to 1692g ( b ) while the debt collector shall cease collection of the debt, or any disputed portion thereof, until the debt collector obtains verification of the debt.

10.15 U.S. Code 1692k Civil Liability ( a ) Amount of damages Except as otherwise provided by this section, any debt collector who fails to comply with any provision of this subchapter with respect to any person is liable to such person in an amount equal to the sum of ( 1 ) ( 2 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( 3 ) 11. Mentioned in 15 U.S. Code 1681a ( 3 ) ( 3 ) Restriction on sharing of medical information. Except for information or any communication of information disclosed as provided in section 1681b ( g ) ( 3 ) of this title, the exclusions in paragraph ( 2 ) shall not apply with respect to information disclosed to any person related by common ownership or affiliated by corporate control, if the information is ( A ) ( B ) ( C ) Ive pointed out many violations your company is in pertaining to the U.S. Code 1692 and 1681.
Complaint sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

I have been disputing with XXXX, Equifax, and XXXX  about the negative accounts on my report for over six months now. Some accounts are not mine, some are reporting wrong, and some are refreshing to try to stay on my report. I mailed out letters on XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX disputing the incorrect items and letting the bureaus know that I have done my research and that I know the law. Even with Covid-19 the bureaus still have 30 days to respond to my disputes. I know there might be a delay and I even tried to give them the benefit of the doubt for that. There are multiple accounts that are still reporting incorrectly on my report. I sent the first letters via certified mail so I knew when they received them. These are the tracking numbers from those letters sent on XX/XX/XXXX ( Equifax XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX / XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX / XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) It has been months without receiving a response or having any of the incorrect items removed from my reports. This is impacting my life, my job and my future, which XXXX, Equifax, and XXXX  have no regard for.
Complaint sub-issue: Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize

I XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX HAVE CONTACTED EQUIFAX INC. CONSUMER INFORMATION AND HAVE DISPUTED THE SAME INQUIRIES FOR AN ENTIRE YEAR WITH NO RESULTS. 
I HAVE SENT DOCUMENTS THAT EQUIFAX INC. HAS INSTRUCTED ME TO SUBMIT OVER AND OVER AGAIN REVISING THE DOCUMENTS EVERY TIME.

I HAVE INFORMED EQUIFAX INC. 'S XXXX DEPARTMENT AND SPOKE TO AT LEAST 50 CONSUMER ASSISTANTS AT EQUIFAX INC. CONCERNING MY EQUIFAX INC. CONSUMER CREDIT REPORT INFORMING THEM THAT I AM A VICTIM OF THESE CREDIT INQUIRIES. SO NOW I AM TURNING TO THE LAW THAT IS ALLOWED BY THE ( FCRA ) AS WELL AS THE ( CFPB ). 
THE FRAUDULENT INQUIRIES ARE XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX