davidheineman/consumer-finance-complaints-large huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2022-12-09
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

This Complaint is being submitted through the CFPB to inform Equifax that I am a victim of identity theft and the accounts I am disputing do not relate to any transaction that I have made or authorized nor did I receive any benefits as a result of the theft of my Identity. Per Fair Credit Reporting Act Section 605B ( a ), the Credit Reporting agencies are required to remove any account and information which were opened without my knowledge, consent or authority within 4 business days with ( 1 ) appropriate proof of the identity of the consumer ; ( 2 ) a copy of an identity theft report ; ( 3 ) the identification of such information by the consumer ; and ( 4 ) a statement by the consumer that the information is not information relating to any transaction by the consumer. Im attaching the required FTC Report for you ( which complies with FCRA Section 603 ( q ) ( 4 ) which states ( 4 ) 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 is 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... I'd like the accounts below deleted from my file ASAP : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-07
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc. (LA)

THIS COMPANY IS IN VIOLATION OF MY RIGHTS UNDER THE FAIR CREDIT REPORT ACT 15 USC 1681 SECTION 602 I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY .COMENITY BANK SOLD MY INFORMATION TO A THIRD PARTY WITHOUT MY PERMISSION..
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-05
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I lodged a complaint against these Bureaus a month ago, but unfortunately, the inaccurate information on my report still remains. Surprisingly, I haven't received any response or correspondence from the Bureaus, and they have already closed my complaint. Could you please explain why they closed my complaint without resolving the issue? Have they even acknowledged or verified my dispute? I need assurance that they have thoroughly checked the inaccuracies on my report and validated the accounts. Can you provide details about the methods they used to verify my report? This situation is incredibly frustrating! It has been more than 30 days since I filed the complaint, and I expected these accounts to be updated by now. If they are not updated immediately, I will have no other option but to take legal action due to the immense stress this has caused me. Moreover, I am also concerned about the security of my personal data, as it was affected by the Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX data breach.
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-06
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NM)

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.

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-05
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I have already sent a letter addressing the inaccuracies and unknown items on my credit report, but unfortunately, I have not received any response even after 30 days. It feels like I'm being taken advantage of and my disputes are being ignored. According to Section 611 ( a ), if these items are not investigated within 30 days, they should be promptly removed from my credit report. Since it has been over 30 days, I expect these accounts to be updated immediately. If not, I will have no choice but to pursue legal action due to the stress this situation has caused me. Additionally, my information was also affected by the Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX data breach, which raises concerns about the security of my personal data.
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-05
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (TX)

I never authorized or set up these accounts, and I believe they might be acts of fraud. Please conduct a comprehensive investigation into these accounts and take the necessary steps to remove them from my credit report. It's essential for maintaining the correctness of my financial records.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-30
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I have a goal of getting a house as soon as possible but the stuff on my credit report will really put me in trouble. This is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX please do not refute my complaint by stating that I filed this by some other means than myself. There is no third party involved. The stuff on my credit report is wrong and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports I never gave any written consent to report anything on my consumer reports no consent is fraud. Please take necessary actions for my complaint, Ive been very patient on this matter.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-30
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (MA)

I have a goal of getting a house as soon as possible but the stuff on my credit report will really put me in trouble. Ive been trying to understand some instances why the credit bureaus may take some time to respond but this is so unprofessional. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX and I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information. Please take note, it is me personally who is filling this. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-30
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (AR)

Upon receiving a copy of my credit report, I have identified the following item ( XXXX ) that contain inaccuracies : The following account are not mine : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX, Please remove it from my credit report. 
In accordance with the provisions outlined in the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I hereby request a thorough investigation of these items and their subsequent removal from my credit report. It is my understanding that you will verify these items with the respective creditor. Any information that can not be verified by the creditor must be promptly removed. I am aware that as per 15 U.S.C. Sec. 1681i ( a ), this reinvestigation must be completed within 30 days upon receipt of this letter.

Please send an updated copy of my credit report to the address provided above. According to the act, no fee should be charged for this updated report. Additionally, I kindly request that you notify any parties who have received my credit report within the past six months of any necessary corrections. 

Thank you for your attention and assistance regarding this matter.
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-05
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

I filed a dispute for incorrect information on my credit report. I received an email from the credit bureau stating that they are assuming the disputes are coming from a 3rd party. They in fact did not come from a 3rd party. l even called them to verify it was me and they still refused to process my disputes. I wasted money on mailing my disputes out. I sent personal information to verify my identity through mail, just for them to not thoroughly investigate.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-30
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (GA)

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the XXXX  account has violated my rights. 

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy. 

18 U.S.C. 1028A Aggravated Identity Theft 15 U.S.C 1681 section 604 A it also states that a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions. 

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

15 U.S.C 6802 Obligation with respect to disclosures of personal information According to the fair credit reporting act section 605B. It is illegal to report information on my credit report without my permission 15 U.S.C. 1681n and 15 U.S.C. 1681o, I am entitled to seek reimbursement for attorney fees incurred during the dispute process if the inaccuracies are not resolved. 

Attorney Fees Reimbursement : Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681n and 15 U.S.C. 1681o, I am entitled to seek reimbursement for attorney fees incurred during the dispute process if the inaccuracies are not resolved. This matter requires legal intervention, I will pursue recovery of all related costs and attorney fees.
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-05
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

Credit first is reporting information to my equifax report that doesnt belong to me. I have disputed the account and it was removed, but then it was reported again. I was part of the equifax data breach and my report was merged with another persons. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$1000.00} XXXX is reporting information to my equifax report that doesnt belong to me. I have disputed the account and it was removed, but then it was reported again. I was part of the equifax data breach and my report was merged with another persons. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$420.00} I would like these accounts blocked from being placed on my credit reports
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-05
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (GA)

I have already sent a letter addressing the inaccuracies and unknown items on my credit report, but unfortunately, I have not received any response even after 30 days. It feels like I'm being taken advantage of and my disputes are being ignored. According to Section 611 ( a ), if these items are not investigated within 30 days, they should be promptly removed from my credit report. Since it has been over 30 days, I expect these accounts to be updated immediately. If not, I will have no choice but to pursue legal action due to the stress this situation has caused me. Additionally, my information was also affected by the Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX data breach, which raises concerns about the security of my personal data.
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-17
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

When I reviewed my credit report, I discovered that these accounts were erroneous. The 3 credit bureaus must validate these accounts in line with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not authorized to fail to validate these reporting accounts as unverified information without providing any proof within the period allowed by law. The following accounts need to be investigated and corrected for erroneous reporting in my file are listed on my credit report : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-05
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I have already sent a letter addressing the inaccuracies and unknown items on my credit report, but unfortunately, I have not received any response even after XXXX  days. It feels like I'm being taken advantage of and my disputes are being ignored. According to Section 611 ( a ), if these items are not investigated within XXXX  days, they should be promptly removed from my credit report. Since it has been over XXXX  days, I expect these accounts to be updated immediately. If not, I will have no choice but to pursue legal action due to the stress this situation has caused me. Additionally, my information was also affected by the Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX data breach, which raises concerns about the security of my personal data.
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-07
Product: Vehicle loan or lease — Loan
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Bridgecrest Acceptance Corporation (VA)

This auto loan has been paid in full since XX/XX/2024, I have the documentation to show it. I have called twice asking why it still shows as open and they have given dates as to when it will be posted to bureaus as closed PIF, these dates have come and gone. I have submitted documentation to all XXXX  bureaus and they have responded by saying they need updated information to come from Bridgecrest in order to update my report, meanwhile my score and report remain incorrect as if I have a XXXX balance when in actuality I don't owe a dime. It's paid for in FULL.
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-05
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

XXXX  - credit report ===== XXXX XXXX, I would like to remove obsolete information off from my Equifax report credit file. There are two accounts which have closed and, paid whose dates of last activity are over 10 years. These people at Equifax are impossible to deal with and in the past they have been unresponsive. 

Could you help me to contact and resolve these issues with this bank/ Equifax The creditors name is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and the other is the XXXX XXXX XXXX. 

thank you
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-17
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NJ)

This is my numerous request that you amend this suspicious data. I believe you have violated Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) by failing to verify these items, and I will take legal action against you as a result. This was previously mentioned in my previous COMPLAINT #, and I'm including it once more. Please don't ignore my request to repair these inaccurate items in my file. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-30
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

Despite the multiple previous written requests, the unverified accounts listed below still remain on my credit report in violation of Federal Law. You are required under the FCRA to have a copy of the original creditor documentation on file to verify that this information is 100 % true, accurate & correct.

In the results of your first investigation and subsequent reinvestigation ( s ), you stated in writing that you verified that these accounts are being reported correctly? Who verified these accounts? You have NOT provided me a copy of ANY original documentation ( a consumer contract with my signature on it ) as required under Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). Furthermore, you have failed to provide the method of verification as required under Section 611 ( a ) ( 7 ). Please be advised that under Section 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ) of the FCRA you are required to ... promptly CORRECT or DELETE all information which can not be verified.

Section 616 and Section 617 provide me with a remedy which Im about to seek. You are willful non-complying with the FCRA.

Since you claim youve verified the accounts listed below I wanted to confirm my thoughts and contacted the banks directly. They did not provide me with any verifiable proof. So, my question comes up again, WHO VERIFIED THIS ACCOUNT? I believe you have not verified these accounts based on Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & I will be seeking a legal remedy.

Please DELETE the account, or inaccurate information, from my file immediately XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-05
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Deposits and withdrawals
Company: TRUIST FINANCIAL CORPORATION (MD)

Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, I am writing to file a formal complaint against Truist Bank concerning a series of issues that have left me in a challenging situation with my account. I set up a bank account with Truist Bank in late 2023 with the intention of receiving a check from a family member to fund my return to college after an extended break. 

On the third day after depositing the check, I received notifications via email and mobile indicating that my account had been locked due to alleged fraudulent activity. Upon visiting the branch, I was informed that the account lockout was linked to an issue involving an outstanding debt of no less than {$150.00} to a different bank, dating back almost ten years. I was provided with the number XXXX to submit a consumer report, which I promptly did. 

Several weeks later, I received the consumer report in the mail and brought it to the branch. Despite multiple visits and discussions with Truist Bank associates, the issue remains unresolved. I have been denied access to my account, which holds a significant sum of {$5000.00}, and I am unable to withdraw funds. The ongoing investigation has persisted for five months without a satisfactory resolution, putting me in a position where legal action may be the only recourse.

I kindly request your immediate assistance in addressing this matter and ensuring a swift resolution to the ongoing investigation. This situation has caused undue financial hardship and has hindered my ability to continue my education. Your prompt attention to this complaint is greatly appreciated. 


Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-30
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NV)

Could you please take a moment to review and examine the attached documents? I believe your expertise will be invaluable in ensuring their accuracy and completeness. Your feedback and insights would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter.
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-06
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Dealing with your lender or servicer — Problem with customer service
Company: EdFinancial Services (SC)

Applied for loan consolidation on XX/XX/XXXX, Application has shown pending since then. 

I've called the servicer numerous times and they say they don't seey account and can't help with pending loans. I was told to call the department of education however they just have a recording saying contact servicer then they disconnect the call. 

My current servicer says the new servicer pulled my loan info from them in XXXX XX/XX/XXXX I filed a complaint with the ombudsman and have not received a response.