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Consumer complaint received 2024-10-17
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. (LA)

My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-17
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

I am formally requesting to dispute the unauthorized and inaccurate information currently appearing on my credit report. After a thorough review of the report, I have identified several significant discrepancies that are not reflective of my actions or financial history. Specifically, these inaccuracies involve accounts I never opened, personal information that is incorrect, and inquiries made without my consent. I kindly request your investigation and removal of the following items : Collection XXXX  XXXX XXXX  XXXX Inquiries XXXX XXXXXXXX  XX/XX/year> Late Payment XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Personal Information XXXX : XXXX XXXX XXXX ALSO KNOWN AS XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (DE)

" I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding unauthorized accounts that persist on my credit report despite my repeated efforts to have them removed. These accounts are causing significant damage to my financial reputation and overall well-being. It is evident that the inclusion of these fraudulent items violates 15 USC 1681b regarding permissible purposes, as the credit bureaus have no legitimate reason to report them without my explicit consent. Please refer to the attached file detailing these items I am disputing.

The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence, which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system. So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft. ''
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-17
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I submitted a request to your organization in relation to incorrect credit score from all 3 credit bureaus Such as XXXX, Equifax and XXXX. Since then, XXXX, Equifax and XXXX have significantly increased my credit score. The last issue I am experiencing is inaccurate Fico score with all 3 Bureaus. XXXX has my Fico score listed as XXXX, Equifax XXXX, XXXX XXXX. 


I do not believe the Fico score in accurate. I have a credit balance {$1300.00}. Which you need some sort of credit card debt to keep score high. However, I am getting a message from the XXXX website to pay off at least {$480.00} and the Fico score will go up at least XXXX points. Thus, this will decrease my credit card debt and lower my overall credit scores. 

I would like to know what factors determine the Fico score.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-17
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NC)

This debt collector has done unjustifiable practices of the FDCPA which it prohibits. They furnished this account that we didn't agree upon and I didn't sign an agreement on. A legal contract is signed by two parties and I did not participate in any of it. they didn't follow the proper 5-step validation procedure. According to the FDCPA, Im entitled to compensation for these violations and clearly, they violated my rights and abused my privileges. I demand this account be taken off immediately.
Consumer complaint received 2016-02-26
Product: Debt collection — Medical
Issue: Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed — Debt is not mine
Company: R.M. Galicia, Inc. (CA)

This item was unlawfully placed on my account. I have requested that this be removed as this is no fault of my own. This was a covered procedure. I had the same exact treatment on XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX and XXXX XXXX, XXXX. The procedure was paid on the XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX, however the XXXX XXXX was not. Upon my investigation, I discovered that XXXX had provided and submitted the incorrect procedure code. I called several times to get that changed. I was told to call XXXX. When I called XXXX, they referred me back to the doctors office at XXXX. I even had a XXXX way call with XXXX and XXXX and XXXX refused to comply. They stated I signed a waiver where I understood I would be responsible for payment if XXXX did not pay. XXXX blames XXXX and even even wrote a letter to XXXX requesting payment. XXXX denied because all they were requesting was for XXXX to resubmit the correct code. XXXX even stated the dates of treatment did not match. 
I requested an appeal with XXXX on XXXX/XXXX/XXXX and another appeal on XXXX/XXXX/XXXX. I even requested the assistance of the State Of California Department of Insurance on XXXX XXXX, XXXX. I kept getting referred back and forth and have records and dates who I spoke to until XXXX stated they no longer can discuss my issue with me as they forwarded it to collections.
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-21
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

As a victim of identity theft, I am aware of my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically Section 605B, which mandates that all fraudulent information must be blocked and removed from my credit report within fouXXXX business days of notification to the credit bureaus. I have taken the necessary steps to report this fraudulent activity ( XXXX XXXXL XXXX XXXX including filing a report with the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) and notifying the credit reporting agencies
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (GA)

I have previously disputed XXXX XXXX XXXX  - XXXX Case Number : XXXX, regarding bankruptcy dated XX/XX/year>, with all credit reporting agencies. In response, they verified the information as accurate, claiming they had confirmed the details with the courts. 
After reaching out to the courts directly, I received a response that is attached here. It clearly shows that the courts do not report to any credit reporting agencies. This indicates that the previous verification with the courts was either an error or potentially fraudulent.

Per the Federal Credit Reporting Act, Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( a ), you are required by federal law to verify - through physical verification of the original signed consumer contract and/or judgments ) - all accounts and public information that you post on anyone 's credit report. Otherwise, anyone paying for your reporting services could fax, mail, email in fraudulent and erroneous account information. Regardless, the reporting of this information fails to meet the requirements of FCRA Section 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 ), and as such, the bankruptcy entry must be delete
d from my credit file immediately. Additionally, under FCRA 15 U.S.C. 1681b, any entity reporting or accessing my credit information must have a valid permissible purpose. I have not authorized any such permissible purpose for the continued reporting of this bankruptcy. As no lawful reason exists for this information to remain on my report, I demand its immediate removal.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (IL)

I'm writing to communicate my anxiety in regards to the contested records on my credit report. On various occasions, I have raised the issue of errors in these records, and have reliably mentioned that they be completely examined. Regardless of my endeavors, I presently can't seem to get any goal or restorative activity. These wrong records are seriously harming my credit document and preventing my capacity to carry on with an ordinary life. The adverse consequences of these errors have caused enormous difficulties for me, and I'm left with no decision except for to argue for your help with redressing what is going on quickly. I generously demand that you direct a careful examination concerning the revealing of every one of these contested records. It is basic that the fundamental advances are taken to refresh and amend my credit report immediately. With your assistance, I desire to reestablish the exactness and trustworthiness of my credit record so I might recapture command over my monetary prosperity. I truly ask you to offer this matter your most extreme consideration and make a quick move. Your participation and backing in settling this issue immediately would be extremely valuable. Much thanks to you ahead of time for your comprehension and help.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (CA)

These attached accounts have been disputed XXXX and this has yet to be resolved, please resolve this matter. 


XXXX XXXX - XXXX XXXXThis account is positive and has been disputed multiple times. XXXX has yet to update. 
XXXX  XXXX - XXXX account was opened XX/XX/XXXX, this account is well over 7 years reporting this is a violation. 
XXXX XXXX - XXXX Account legally paid in full for less than the full balance. Account legally paid in full for less than the full balance. 
XXXX XXXX - XXXX account was opened XX/XX/XXXX, this account is well over 7 years reporting this is a violation. 
XXXX XXXX - XXXX well over 7 years reporting. 
XXXX - XXXX Account reporting well over 7 years. 
XXXX - XXXX account reporting inaccurate. 
XXXX - XXXX reporting inaccurate. 
The following inquiries : These inquiries are unknown and have been disputed multiple times, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX unknown XXXX unknown
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-17
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (GA)

I am filing this complaint because I have noticed several collection accounts on my credit reports that I do not recognize or have any knowledge of. These accounts are inaccurately listed under my name, and despite my repeated attempts to resolve this issue directly with the credit bureaus, no meaningful action has been taken. 
I have submitted multiple disputes with supporting documentation, requesting the verification and removal of these erroneous accounts, but the credit bureaus continue to report them as valid without providing any substantial proof. This has caused significant harm to my credit score and overall financial well-being, and the lack of assistance from the credit bureaus is both frustrating and unjust.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-13
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (NY)

Please assist me in regards to some negative items that are showing on my report, i already provided the XXXX documents the last time you asked me to provide together with the dispute letters and the specific accounts that I wanted to be removed from my report.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-01
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (TX)

All XXXX  credit bureaus have inquiries that I did not do. They are from a car dealership. I do not have a car and did not request for one- my husband did and used his credit. Not only did they do that but they continued to call me after I stated on the calls that i did not authorize them to do this and they continue to send me letters regarding that I am " pre-qualified '' for. They are all in XX/XX/year> and have auto on them
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-17
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (MD)

My account with was never late! I have had exceptional payment history with XXXX  XXXX and all payments were placed on Autopay. This late payment that is reporting is a result on a systematic error on their end processing my payment. 


This was clearly a billing error made my the company and is not a reflection of my payment experience which violates USC Code 1681eb. This error has caused severe hard to my reputation, my character, my mode of living and to my family!

I demand the late payment reported to be removed.

They are not in compliance with the following law. 15 USC 1666b and its requirements set the standards and the guidance for a creditor to treat a payment as late, yet they are reporting a payment as late and they did not comply with the law!

15 USC 1666b ( 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.

Never Sent the periodic statement along with the disclosures from section 1637 ( b ).

I have requested proof that this information was mailed or delivered 21 days before the payment due date and this information was requested in good faith pursuant rule 1002 and It was never provided. 


This is unfair, illegal, fraudulent, and not equitable to me as a consumer! 


Delete the late payments from my consumer reports
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-17
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I have taken steps to address this issue by reporting the fraudulent inquiries appearing on my consumer report. Your actions have caused me significant mental and financial distress by placing an inquiry on my account that I neither authorized nor am responsible for. As a victim of identity theft, I expect this matter to be resolved promptly and properly. Failure to do so may lead me to pursue legal action. 

Due to these inaccurate and fraudulent items, I have been unable to purchase my dream car or adequately provide for my family. Please find attached a copy of a letter I previously sent regarding this matter.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-01
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (SC)

" I am addressing the issue with regarding the noncompliance. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not, that is considered identity theft. 

As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act, particularly under 15 U.S.C. 1681n, there exists statutory civil liability for willful noncompliance. This provision stipulates that any person who willfully fails to comply with consumer protection requirements may be liable to the affected consumer for damages, including potential punitive measures and reimbursement of legal costs. This underscores the importance of addressing and rectifying this matter promptly and responsibly. 
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Consumer complaint received 2024-10-01
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (MI)

On XX/XX/year> I submitted my fifth XXXX XXXX  Request To BLOCK Information. I sent in an updated Victim Determination Letter from a reputable source- that is absolutely verifiable, proof of identity, proof of address, information that is being requested to be blocked, proof of marriage. I also attempted to contact XXXX XXXX by phone 5x and received her voicemail each time. I did receive one call back and she left a voicemail stating " If I still need help, call her back. '' This was on a Sunday after XXXX EST. I immediately called right back and was told the offices were closed by an automated system. I left another voicemail. This was XX/XX/XXXX. Today, I received secured mail stating the same EXACT thing denial reasons, despite documentation being clear, legitimate and accurate.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-01
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (SC)

" After reviewing my consumer report, I noticed that there was still late payment on my consumer report which have never been late because the creditor failed to provide any proof or evidence so this needs to be corrected immediately to paid as agreed and never late. This account is related to a transaction and experience that falls under the EXCLUSION section of the FCRA 's definitions, rules of construction section. It was also reported without my written consent and therefore is a result of identity theft ( as defined by the Federal Trade Commission ), and the account SHALL be Corrected. This account is not related to any transaction authorized by me, the consumer as I did not give written instructions to your agency to report this, which is a violation of the permissible purpose section of the FCRA, which holds your agency name liable for damages of at least {$1000.00} per the civil liability section for willful non-compliance. Please CORRECT this item from my consumer report! According to15 U.S. Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports The Law clearly states : ( a ) In general Subject to subsection ( c ), any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : ( 2 ) In accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. I clearly did not give your agency written authorization or written instructions to report this information. Your agency is conspiring with these creditors against me in committing aggravated identity theft and I have sustained defamation of my character, just to name a couple damages should this matter escalate to court. 15 U.S. Code 1681e - Compliance procedures- ( b ) Accuracy of report Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates. 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In general if, after any reinvestigation under paragraph ( 1 ) of any information disputed by a consumer, an item of information is found to be inaccurate or incomplete or can not be verified, the consumer reporting agency shall -- i ) promptly delete that item of information from the file of the consumer, or modify that item of information, as appropriate, based on the results of the reinvestigation ; and ii ) promptly notify the furnisher of that information that the information has been modified or deleted from the file of the consumer. ''
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-13
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (TX)

I lodged a complaint with these Bureaus a month ago, but unfortunately, the inaccurate information on my report still remains. I haven't received any communication from the Bureaus, except for the notification that you sent stating that the company has responded to my complaint. How can I be certain that they have thoroughly checked the inaccuracies on my report? What methods did they employ to validate the accounts? This whole situation is incredibly frustrating! It's been more than 30 days since I filed a complaint with these Bureaus, and yet the disputed accounts have not been updated. If this continues, I will have no choice 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 XXXX, Experian, and XXXX data breach.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-01
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (MD)

I am writing to express my concern regarding the disputed accounts on my credit report. Multiple times, I have raised the issue of inaccuracies in these accounts, and have consistently requested that they be thoroughly investigated. Despite my efforts, I have yet to receive any resolution or corrective action. These erroneous accounts are severely damaging my credit file and hindering my ability to live a normal life. The negative effects of these inaccuracies have caused immense hardships for me, and I am left with no choice but to plead for your assistance in rectifying this situation as soon as possible. I kindly request that you conduct a thorough investigation into the reporting of each of these disputed accounts. It is imperative that the necessary steps are taken to update and rectify my credit report without any further delay. With your help, I hope to restore the accuracy and integrity of my credit file so that I may regain control over my financial well-being. I sincerely urge you to give this matter your utmost attention and take swift action. Your cooperation and support in resolving this issue promptly would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your understanding and assistance.