davidheineman/consumer-finance-complaints-large huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-07
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

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 in 60 days 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 8
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-07
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (LA)

I AM SUBMITTING THIS WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE AND THIS IS NOT A THIRD PARTY. THE CREDIT BUREAUS STATED MY ACC WAS PROPERLY INVESTIGATED BUT HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE IF THE OPEN DATE IS INACCURATE, THE DATE LAST ACTIVE IS INACCURATE, AND THE DATE LAST REPORTED IS NOT ACCURATE? THIS GROUND FOR REMOVAL, THEY ALSO VIOLATED MY RIGHTS UNDER 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 602 A. STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY. 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 604 SECTION 2. IT ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CAN NOT FURNISH AN ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED LETTERS.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-07
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (PA)

I am writing to dispute fraudulent accounts that have been illegally opened in my name. This matter is of the utmost urgency, and I demand immediate correction of my credit report. The following accounts were fraudulently opened without my consent ( see attachment ). These accounts are fraudulent, and I did not authorize the creation of any of these accounts. I demand that these accounts be permanently removed from my credit report immediately. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and I also have enclosed copies of the Federal Trade Commission 's Identity Theft Affidavit. This situation has caused severe damage to my credit and has resulted in undue stress and Financial Loss. I expect prompt action in investigating and correcting this issue. I demand that the fraudulent accounts be removed and a new credit report be issued reflecting these changes. Please provide written confirmation that these fraudulent accounts have been deleted from my credit report. Failure to respond and correct this matter within 30 days will leave me no choice but to pursue all legal counsel to protect my rights.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-07
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)

" 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 2024-07-20
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (PA)

I am disputing the misuse of my personal information and need all the incorrect information removed and the correct information updated on all three consumer agencies. My name is spelled XXXX XXXX XXXX, my date of birth is XXXX and my correct and only address is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, P.A XXXX this is the only address that should be listed on my consumer report please remove any other address and names or DOB other then the ones stated in this letter.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-07
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 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 2024-09-14
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Communication tactics — Frequent or repeated calls
Company: Absolute Resolutions Corp. (FL)

The XXXX credit Bureau is reporting XXXX different credit scores on my accounts. This is due to misinformation of the XXXX credit Bureau. 

Absolute Resolutions has threaten to sue me twice. We went to court and the judge dismissed the case, yet they are still calling me. 

All other accounts have been paid but still reflecting negative. 
All of my XXXX  loans were forgiven but XXXX credit bureaus reporting it negative.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-20
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. (DE)

I am writing to delete the following information in my file. The items I need deleted are listed in the report.I am a victim of identity theft and did not make the charge. I ask that the items be deleted to correct my credit report. 
I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and I also have enclosed copies of the Federal Trade Commissions Identity Theft Affidavit. Please delete the items as soon as possible.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-07
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. (NY)

I am writing to address the ongoing inaccuracies on my credit report. Despite previous attempts to dispute the following items, they remain unresolved, significantly impacting my ability to obtain credit. I am entitled to monetary compensation under 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 6 ), which requires consumer reporting agencies to notify consumers of the results of reinvestigations within five business days after completion. You failed to correct these errors indicates noncompliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ).

Under the FCRA, if disputed items can not be verified, they must be removed from my report. As per 15 U.S. Code 1681n ( Civil Liability for Willful Noncompliance ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681o ( Civil Liability for Negligent Noncompliance ), your agency may be held liable for failing to comply with federal law. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1692k holds entities accountable for violations related to debt collection. Any continued failure to address these inaccuracies in a timely manner will result in further legal action. 


Charge-Off Accounts listed below must be DELETED IMMEDIATELY! due to violations of FDCPA Section 807 ( False and Misleading Representations ) and FCRA 605B ( Identity Theft Claims ). These accounts are falsely reported as charge-offs.

Collection Accounts Collection accounts listed below is in violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( Permissible Purposes of Consumer Reports ). These must be DELETED in my report immediately.

Unauthorized Inquiries listed below were made without my authorization, violating 15 U.S.C. 1681c ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ). They must be deleted from my report.

DELETE THIS ACCOUNTS IN MY CREDIT REPORT IMMEDIATELY!
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-07
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)

I am a victim of identity theft. The information attached below, which appears on my credit report, does not relate to any transaction ( s ) that I have made. It is the result of identity theft. I am the primary consumer of the complaint and there is no third party involved. This complaint was not submitted in error. Attached you will also find my ID as proofofmyidentity and my Proof of Address.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-07
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 was aware that I was a victim of ID Theft in XXXX of XXXX while I was out of the country on a government assignment. I disputed the accounts and have not received an answer with Equifax, XXXX, or XXXX. the following accounts are due to fraud. Please remove. 

XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX acct # XXXX XXXX XXXX acct # XXXX XXXX XXXX  acct # XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX acct XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX acct XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-08
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (OH)

These items are totally illegal and needs to be removed from my credit report ASAP. I never authorized any of these accounts or inquiries. Please remove these items off my report. 

These accounts are not only illegal but past the statue of reporting. I have been a victom of identity theft and this needs to be removed. Please remove these illegal unauthorized collections off my report. 


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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-29
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. (LA)

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 
Account name : XXXXXXXX XXXX account # XXXX, Account name : XXXX # XXXX, Account name : XXXX XXXX account # XXXX, has violated my rights.XXXX 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.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-07
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. (NC)

I did not approve these transactions to be included in my consumer report, neither in writing nor verbally. Therefore, I formally request that these accounts be blocked and removed from my record. This is not a mistake or a misrepresentation. These transactions were included without my explicit consent or instruction. 

I am stressing this to highlight the seriousness of my request. It is based on accurate information, and I am not attempting to deceive or manipulate the situation in any way. My intent is solely to ensure that my consumer report reflects only those transactions that I have authorized. I am committed to maintaining the integrity of my financial records and ensuring that they are accurate and truthful. My request is genuine and aimed at correcting an unauthorized inclusion, not at exploiting any system or misleading any party involved.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-19
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (MO)

I've been trying to get all the credit bureaus to remove the child support claim from my records my case with them was closed on XX/XX/year> I DO NOT OWE ANYONE XXXX and I have proof of my case being closed not to mention since child support is unconstitutional and it violates my consumer and constitutional rights I feel like my identity has been fraudulently used to make this claim on my credit report and I also saw XXXX hard inquiries that I NEVER APPROVED I DON'T EVEN KNOW WHERE THEY CAME FROM!!! AND YOU WILL SEE AT THE TOP OF THE DOCUMENT I SENT MY CHILD SUPPORT CASE IS COMPLETELY CLOSED SO THIS SHOULD'VE BEEN REMOVED LAST YEAR WHEN I CALLED THEM AND ASKED THEM TO REMOVE IT
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-04
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. (SC)

I received a copy of my credit report and I have found that in accordance to the FCRA you violated my rights under 15 USC 1681 SECTION 602 WHICH STATES THAT I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY, FURTHERMORE 15 USC 1681 SECTION 604a SECTION 2 ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CAN NOT FURNISH AN ACCOUNT WITHOUTOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS. 
Pursuant to 15 USC 1666b 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. I NEVER gave Equifax, OR the below listed creditors any written
instruction to furnish any information on my consumer report which is a violation of 15 USC 1681b. Credit Reporting Agency has caused severe stress and XXXX  due to the abusive and unfair practices. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-19
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information is missing that should be on the report
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (GA)

This debt collector engaged in abusive, deceptive, and unfair 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. More so they didn't follow the proper 5 step validation procedure which make these unfair practices. According to the FDCPA Im entitled to XXXX dollars per violation and clearly, they violated my rights.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-29
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

My account with TransUnion was never late! I have had exceptional payment history with XXXX XXXXXXXX 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.

TransUnion 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 2024-08-07
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I am writing to formally request the removal of several accounts and inquiries from my credit report. These accounts and inquiries are unauthorized and does not belong to me. The presence of data breach has negatively impacted my credit standing, leading to a significant drop in my FICO score. 

Upon reviewing my credit report, I discovered multiple accounts and inquiries that I did not recognize or authorize. These inaccurate information in my report have resulted in negative remarks that are adversely affecting my credit score and financial reputation.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-07
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. (NY)

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 2024-09-04
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 am writing to express my serious concern regarding the lack of resolution for my previous dispute about unauthorized inquiries on my credit report, which I submitted on [ XX/XX/XXXX. This is my second and final attempt to resolve this matter amicably. According to my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically sections 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ), 609 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681g ), and 604 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681b ), I demand an immediate resolution. 
Unauthorized Inquiries in Question XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX Section 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ) requires a prompt investigation of disputed information. I submitted my dispute over 30 days ago and have yet to receive an adequate resolution. 
Section 609 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681g ) grants me the right to access all information in my file, including the results of your investigation. To date, I have not received the required information.

Section 604 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681b ) defines the permissible purposes for obtaining credit reports. These inquiries were made without my consent and do not meet any permissible purpose under this section. 
Immediate Request I demand immediate action to resolve this dispute. Specifically, I request the following : Thorough Reinvestigation : Conduct a thorough reinvestigation of the unauthorized inquiries.

Removal of Unauthorized Inquiries : Remove any inquiries found to be unauthorized from my credit report.

Updated Credit Report : Provide me with an updated copy of my credit report reflecting these changes.

Detailed Notification : Inform me in detail of the steps taken and the results of your investigation within 15 days of receipt of this letter.

Enclosed are copies of my previous dispute letter and a copy of my identification for verification purposes.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-07
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CT)

Please delete all fraudulent accounts and hard inquiries off my credit file from XXXX XXXX XXXX and Equifax immediately. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX