davidheineman/consumer-finance-complaints-large huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-23
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. (MS)

I was astounded and disheartened to discover that credit inquiries were being conducted without my consent. I have attempted to obtain the following information from the creditors ; however, they have neglected to respond. Details of the Inquiry : Request that the creditor furnish specific information regarding the inquiry, including the date of its initiation, the purpose of the inquiry, and the credit product or service that is associated with it. Application Documentation : Obtain copies of any credit applications or other documents that are pertinent to the inquiry. This may encompass disclosures, agreements, or application forms that you would have completed or received during the credit application process. Documentation of Authorization : Request that the creditor furnish evidence of your authorization for the inquiry. This may encompass signed consent forms, agreements, or disclosures that serve as evidence that you authorized the creditor to access your credit report. Communication Records : Request copies of any correspondence or communication between you and the creditor regarding the inquiry. The documentation of your interactions with the creditor may encompass emails, letters, or notes. Internal Records : Request that the creditor furnish internal records or notes in connection with the inquiry, including any decision-making processes or rationales for initiating the inquiry. Identity Verification : Prior to commencing the inquiry, request that the creditor implement verification procedures to verify your identity in the event that identity theft is a concern. This may involve the verification of personal information or identity documents submitted during the application procedure. Documentation of Compliance : Inquire about the creditor 's adherence to pertinent laws and regulations that govern credit inquiries, including the Equal Credit Opportunity Act ( ECOA ) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ).
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-23
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. (TX)

" The banking system is contingent upon equitable and accurate credit reporting, as stated in the equitable Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ). The banking system 's efficacy is directly impacted by inaccurate credit reports, and the public 's confidence is undermined by unfair credit reporting methods, which are essential for the system 's continued operation.

Therefore, the efficiency of the finance system is compromised whenever the FCRA is violated. This is a violation of my privacy with respect to my consumer report, as I have the authority to determine which items are included and which are not. Identity theft is the act of reporting any accounts without my written consent. 

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This results in civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n. The law permits a {$1000.00} fine per violation for each account listed without my expressed written assent.

I reviewed my consumer reports and observed accounts that I had never granted anyone permission to report. Consumer reporting agencies have taken on a critical role and are obligated to report consumer information with the utmost accuracy, as the Fair Credit Reporting Act explicitly stipulates. I did not provide written consent to report them. I am expressing my dissatisfaction with the contents of the attached file. ''
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-23
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (FL)

I recognize the significance of eliminating any erroneous entries from my credit report, as required by FCRA 605B. Would you mind examining the documents? I've identified several accounts that appear to be inaccurate, and this is troubling to me.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-23
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (PA)

In XXXX XXXX XXXX my student loans were 100 % forgiven. Six months later that information was finally removed from my credit report. As of XX/XX/XXXX, my student loan debt has returned to my credit report. I disputed this with experian with the PSLF forgiveness letter as proof and was told it might get removed by XXXX XXXX XXXX! How is this possible?!
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-23
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (TX)

I recognize the significance of eliminating any erroneous entries from my credit report, as required by FCRA 605B. Would you mind examining the documents? I've identified several accounts that appear to be inaccurate, and this is troubling to me.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-23
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (NJ)

I want to stress that I did not give written permission for these specific transactions to be included in my consumer report. At no point did I authorize these entries, and their presence on my report is unwarranted. Consequently, I am formally requesting that these accounts be blocked and removed from my report immediately. 

It is important to clarify that this request is not due to any error or negligence on my part. There has been no oversight or misunderstanding on my end. Instead, this issue arises solely from the fact that I did not explicitly authorize the inclusion of these transactions in my report. I am diligent about maintaining the accuracy and privacy of my financial records, and these unauthorized entries compromise that integrity. 

I trust that you will handle this matter with the urgency and seriousness it deserves. Please confirm the removal of these transactions from my report as soon as possible. Thank you for your prompt attention to this issue.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-23
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. (MS)

" The banking system is contingent upon equitable and accurate credit reporting, as stated in the equitable Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ). The banking system 's efficacy is directly impacted by inaccurate credit reports, and the public 's confidence is undermined by unfair credit reporting methods, which are essential for the system 's continued operation. 

Therefore, the efficiency of the finance system is compromised whenever the FCRA is violated. This is a violation of my privacy with respect to my consumer report, as I have the authority to determine which items are included and which are not. Identity theft is the act of reporting any accounts without my written consent. 

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This results in civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n. The law permits a {$1000.00} fine per violation for each account listed without my expressed written assent. 

I reviewed my consumer reports and observed accounts that I had never granted anyone permission to report. Consumer reporting agencies have taken on a critical role and are obligated to report consumer information with the utmost accuracy, as the Fair Credit Reporting Act explicitly stipulates. I did not provide written consent to report them. I am expressing my dissatisfaction with the contents of the attached file. ''
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-23
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (FL)

XXXX XXXX, XXXX ACCOUNT XXXX XXXX In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act this creditor has violated my rights. 15 USC 1681 Section 602 states I have the right to privacy 15 USC 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions.

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 it reasonable procedures designed to ensure that each periodic statement including information required by ( Section 1637 ( b ) ) Is mail or delivered to the consumer not later than 21 days before payment due date. There are certain clear and conspicuous disclosures that this creditor was supposed to provide me with 21 days prior to my statement due date that I didn't receive which is a violation of 15 US code 1666b.

Also 18 US code 8 states that the obligation of this day is already paid for by the United States.

12 CFR PART 1026.11 ( a ) CREDIT BALANCES. when a credit balance in excess of one dollar is created on a credit account ( through transmittal of funds to a creditor and access of the total balance due on an account, the rebates of unearned finances charges, or insurance premiums, or through amounts, otherwise two or held for the benefits of the consumer ), the creditor shall : 1. Credit the amount of the credit balance to the consumers account.

2. Refund any part of the remaining credit balance within seven business days from receipt of a return request from the consumer.

3. make a good faith effort to refund to the consumer by cash, check or money order or credit to a deposit account of the consumer. Any part of the credit balance remaining in the account for more than six months no further action is required if the consumer current location is not known to the creditor and can not be trace through the consumers last known address or telephone number.

This creditor is in violation of 15 US code 1692 J for furnishing certain deceptive forms creating a false belief into consumer that a person other than the creditor of such consumer is participating in the collection of or in an attempt to allegedly owes such creditor, when in fact such person is not so participating. Any person who violates this section shall be liable to the same extent and in the same manner as a debt collector is liable under ( Section 1692 K ) For failure to comply with a provision of this subchapter.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-05
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. (IL)

I consistently ensured timely payments, so I'm puzzled by an error in my credit report. 
I desire accurate, updated records reflecting my on-time payments for those accounts. I sincerely
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-23
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)

My name is XXXX XXXX this complaint is not made in error neither is it being made by a third party. I AM A NATURAL PERSON. This dispute is not being made by a third party I am physically submitting this dispute as a real person. 

I declare under penalty of perjury I am alleging that a person or company- without my authorization- from unauthorized use of my social security number and card used my personal identifying information to apply for goods, services, or money ; and, was successful in creating some accounts. PLEASE HELP ME REMOVE AND DELETE THIS FRAUD ACCOUNT FROM MY CREDIT REPORT.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-20
Product: Credit card — Store credit card
Issue: Fees or interest — Unexpected increase in interest rate
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL (TX)

On XX/XX/year> my dog was involved in an incident and I did not have pet insurance because I had just got my dog only had him a week or XXXX and the ER vet told me the bill was going to be XXXX $ and I didnt know what to do so they told me to apply for the money with care credit and that they approve everyone so I did what they asked and got approved paid them the XXXX with my new care credit account unaware that I had to pay it off before I certain date and if I did not they were going to add an outrageous amount of interest as well as some security fees. so my bill was at about XXXX that I had left to pay off and now with all the interest they added and add every month Im back maxed out even tho I make all the minimum payments every month. I literally get no where with these payments Ive been making almost a year now, and at this point Ive paid them the XXXX plus some and my balance is still stuck at XXXX.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-26
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (NC)

Looking at my consumer report I saw some instances of late payments on that account. For which am certain to maintain on time payment every month. The consumer reporting agency have a crucial and vital role according to the law to report consumers information with maximum accuracy and it is imperative that consumers information be reported accurately. I have never Been late that account and I have included screenshots inside this complaint on date XX/XX/year> XX/XX/year> XX/XX/year> and XX/XX/scrub>XXXX XXXXXXXX  I am asking for a proper investigation and provides proof with statements showing that these payments were late. If they are not able to show and provide such proof i demand that this account be promptly updated to reflect the true status of on time or paid as agree do to the fact that I was never late.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-23
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. (TX)

" I am composing this letter to formally file a complaint about the inaccurate personal information that appears on my credit report. I discovered confidential information that does not belong to me while reviewing my credit report, including [ specific details such as an incorrect name, address, and Social Security number ]. I urgently request that you investigate this matter and take immediate action to rectify the inaccuracies, as this erroneous information may have a detrimental impact on my creditworthiness and financial standing. Your immediate attention to this matter is greatly valued, and I am in anticipation of a prompt resolution to guarantee the accuracy and integrity of my credit report. 

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This results in civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n. The law permits a {$1000.00} fine per violation for each account listed without my expressed written assent. ''
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-23
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: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC. (TX)

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 : ( XXXX ) 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 2024-07-23
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. (NY)

These companies pulled up my credit report without my authorization and this has hurt my credit and credit score. I have contacted Experian and the representative said they would be removed but I still see them on my credit report. These fraudulent and unauthorized inquiries are making me anxious for I might be already a victim of identity theft adding unnecessary stress to my life on top of hurting my credit score.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-23
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (NJ)

My accounts 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/updated. 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. 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!
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-26
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (CO)

The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) is all about making sure credit reporting is fair and accurate. When there are violations under the FCRA, it messes up the banking system, which relies on accurate credit reports. Unfair credit reporting can also shake people 's trust in the system. So, if any of my accounts get reported without my permission, that's basically identity theft, and it's a breach of my privacy since I should have control over what's listed. Luckily, there are laws like 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2 that protect me.

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for accounts listed without my expressed written consent.

These accounts are not related to any transactions made by me, the consumer.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-11
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. (FL)

On XX/XX/XXXX I checked my credit with all XXXX credit bureaus, and I saw there was a collection account from XXXX XXXX opened on XX/XX/XXXX. I immediately disputed the collection account along with an address that the credit bureau told me was linked to the collection account of XXXX XXXX. To wait for the investigation to provide results. I Asked XXXX to explain to me what proof did XXXX have to show that that collection account was mine and they told me they couldnt provide that information. Meanwhile I called XXXX directly and also disputed the fraudulent account and they instructed me to file a police report and submit proof of address at the time of the incident and to upload to the fraud department. XXXX also provided me with the Debt collection agency that took over the account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX ph : XXXX in which I have called several times and no answers the phone. I did all of that on XXXX  morning, and by XXXX evening and XXXX  morning, I received XXXX emails from XXXX stating they had completed their investigation and found that I am not responsible for those charges and account and to send this letter to the credit reporting agencies. When I reached out to the credit reporting agencies they stated they do not use email letters as proof. Later in the evening I did receive an email from Transunion and XXXX stating they removed the address but that the XXXX account is mine. And did not want to accept the letter I received from XXXX emailed. I called XXXX to request the letter faxed and or mailed to my home they stated they do not mail any letters, only email.