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Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (TX)

I am writing to dispute the following accounts. I did not owe this debt and it does not belong to me. I never established these accounts. I was contacted by a collection agency regarding the accounts that were obtained under my name. I have no knowledge of obtaining any of the accounts listed here. Please remove these accounts and send me an updated copy of my report after the investigation.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (TX)

Consumer Name : ( XXXX XXXX ), Consumer Social Security Number : ( Private SSN ), Consumer Date of Birth : ( Private DOB ), Contents of Complaint : This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the Experian credit reporting agency, block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within XXXX business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of a personal credit card account opened at XXXX on XX/XX/year> under the account number ( private ), I've attached a list of the hard inquiries in question as well as a copy of the consumer XXXX  credit report maintained by you which shows the aforementioned fraudulent items. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections, or hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made, or initiated by me. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint # ( private case number ) as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (MA)

Heres the updated statement incorporating the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) : " I recently reviewed my credit report and noticed several variations of my name, incorrect addresses where I have never lived, and outdated phone numbers. I am particularly concerned because I have identified fraudulent activities associated with certain accounts on my credit report. Additionally, my information was exposed in the XXXX data breach. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I have the right to dispute any inaccurate information on my credit report, and I intend to exercise that right. ''
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-29
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. (SC)

Recently I looked at a copy of my credit report and noticed several inaccuracies on my account. This account is hurting my ability to obtain credit. It's my understanding that Experian will investigate this account for me to ensure accuracy Here is the account I am asking you to verify as accurate : XXXX XXXX XXXX ( account number XXXX ).
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (NY)

I have submitted multiple disputes regarding these accounts that is reporting inaccurately on my credit report. I have also submitted multiple reports regarding the account that needs to be updated These companies have refused to do work on disputes even though they're required by the law to do so. 

Account name : XXXXXXXX XXXX Account number : XXXX Account name : XXXXXXXX XXXX  Account number : XXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX Account number : XXXX Account status : Open ccount name : XXXX XXXX Account number : XXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX  Account number : XXXX Account name : XXXX  Account number : XXXX Account name XXXX XXXX XXXX Account number : XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (NE)

I am a natural person, I am a living human being, I have rights under 15 USC 1681. XXXX, Experian, and XXXX is govern by 15 USC 1681. And they violated my rights numerous of times. I demand the accounts listed below be removed because According to 15 USC 1681 : I have the right to privacy and I did not give XXXX written permission to furnish these accounts. Accounts XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (MI)

Upon reviewing my credit report, I discovered several accounts that I do not recognize and believe to be fraudulent. These accounts appear to be opened without my authorization, and I am deeply concerned about the potential impact on my credit standing and financial well-being. I suspect that I am a victim of identity theft, as I have not initiated or authorized the opening of these accounts. The presence of these unauthorized accounts on my credit report has caused me significant distress and uncertainty about the security of my personal information. I have attached a copy of my credit report highlighting the unrecognized accounts for your reference.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (TX)

This account was charged off on the following date XX/XX/scrub>/2022. Since then the account has repeatedly been updated as charged off every month. This is an update in the payment history. A charged off account should NOT include an active payment history. This inaccurate information falsely manipulates the statute of limitations. You failed to investigate the account properly after I asked you to do it TWICE and your neglect has violated my rights. I am demanding a deletion of the following Accounts Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Accounts Number : XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (TX)

I am writing to formally lodge a complaint concerning inquiries on my credit report that I neither recognized nor consented to. These unauthorized inquiries are not only concerning but also damaging to my financial reputation. It has come to my attention that certain inquiries have been made on my credit report without my consent or knowledge. I want to emphasize that I have no association with these inquiries and have never authorized any entity to access my credit information in this manner.
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (TX)

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 2024-09-28
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. (TX)

I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding the inaccurate reporting of a late payment on my credit report by credit bureaus. The presence of this late payment inaccurately reflects my payment history, as I have consistently paid my bills on time. This discrepancy constitutes a billing error, violating my rights under the Fair Credit Billing Act, 15 USC 1666B. According to this law, consumers have the right to dispute and seek correction of billing errors, which include inaccuracies in payment reporting.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (AL)

Upon reviewing my credit report, I discovered several accounts that I do not recognize and believe to be fraudulent. These accounts appear to be opened without my authorization, and I am deeply concerned about the potential impact on my credit standing and financial well-being. I suspect that I am a victim of identity theft, as I have not initiated or authorized the opening of these accounts. The presence of these unauthorized accounts on my credit report has caused me significant distress and uncertainty about the security of my personal information. I have attached a copy of my credit report highlighting the unrecognized accounts for your reference.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Problem canceling credit monitoring or identify theft protection service
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (LA)

As per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) the documents needed are a picture ID, a bill, and a letter from an advocacy group helping me due to XXXX XXXX debt bondage, which falls under XXXX according to XXXX-Debt Final Rule XXXX ( b ) ( XXXX ) XXXX -- XXXX ( b ) ( XXXX ). I have provided my ID along with the XXXX letter signed by other required documents that verifies me. I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within XXXX business days, pursuant to section 605C of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I have given you my identification as well as the information requested from the list of acceptable items which only 2 are required per the Law. I have provided all needed documentation as well as a victim determination letter according to 1022.142 ( b ) ( 6 ).

To Whom It May Concern, Please consider this letter a formal dispute of the alleged debt pursuant to the FDCPA, 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( b ). I also request verification, validation, and the name and address of the original creditor pursuant to 15 U.S. C. 1692g ( b ). According to, 15 U.S. Code 1681 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. Under, 15 U.S Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports ( a ) IN GENERAL Subject to subsection ( c ) any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report und the following circumstances and no other : ( 2 ) In accordance with the WRITTEN INSTRUCTION of the consumer to whom it relates. I NEVER gave any consumer reporting agency WRITTEN CONSENT to report anything on my consumer report which violates my rights as a federal protected consumer. NO CONSENT IS IDENTITY THEFT. As a consumer I am demanding the deletion of the accounts listed IMMEDIATELY.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (OH)

Upon reviewing my credit report, I discovered several accounts that I do not recognize and believe to be fraudulent. These accounts appear to be opened without my authorization, and I am deeply concerned about the potential impact on my credit standing and financial well-being. I suspect that I am a victim of identity theft, as I have not initiated or authorized the opening of these accounts. The presence of these unauthorized accounts on my credit report has caused me significant distress and uncertainty about the security of my personal information. I have attached a copy of my credit report highlighting the unrecognized accounts for your reference.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (MI)

I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding the inaccurate reporting of a late payment on my credit report by credit bureaus. The presence of this late payment inaccurately reflects my payment history, as I have consistently paid my bills on time. This discrepancy constitutes a billing error, violating my rights under the Fair Credit Billing Act, 15 USC 1666B. According to this law, consumers have the right to dispute and seek correction of billing errors, which include inaccuracies in payment reporting.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (FL)

Improper use of my credit report. In accordance with the fair credit reporting act, this creditor has violated my rights under 15 USC 1681 section 602, states I have the right to privacy, 15 USC 1681 section 604A section 2, it also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions. Under 15 USC 1666B, a creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open and consumer credit plan as late foranypurpose.
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (GA)

I am filing a complaint because a credit reporting agency failed to block information in my credit report that resulted from identity theft, as required by FCRA 605B. I submitted the necessary documentation, but the agency did not block the fraudulent information within the XXXX business days required by law. ''
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (OH)

XXXX XXXX  {$26000.00} XX/XX/year> My information may have been impacted by the XXXX Data Breach and XXXX Data Breach may have got into the hands of the wrong person 15 U.S. Code 1681 - Congressional findings and statement of purpose ( a ) ACCURACY AND FAIRNESS OF CREDIT REPORTING The Congress makes the following findings : ( 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 ( 2 ) An elaborate mechanism has been developed for investigating and evaluating the credit worthiness, creditstanding, credit capacity, character, and general reputation of consumers. 
( 3 ) Consumer reporting agencies have assumed a vital role in assembling and evaluating consumer credit and other information on consumers. 
( 4 ) There is a need to insure that consumer reporting agencies exercise their grave responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and a respect for the consumers right to privacy 15 U.S. Code 1666b - Timing of payments ( 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 davs before the nament due Under The Doctrine of Estoppel by silence, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX  ) XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, I may presume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in facts exists
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (IL)

I am writing to formally lodge a complaint concerning inquiries on my credit report that I neither recognized nor consented to. These unauthorized inquiries are not only concerning but also damaging to my financial reputation. It has come to my attention that certain inquiries have been made on my credit report without my consent or knowledge. I want to emphasize that I have no association with these inquiries and have never authorized any entity to access my credit information in this manner.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (CA)

I've complained about being a victim of identity theft. You must remove any items that 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX  ( Original Creditor : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX ) XXXX Balance : {$320.00} XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (MI)

I sent the company a Section 609 letter last month. I also disputed it with all the credit bureaus. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX is the company. I'm also disputing the XXXX of the profile. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX just recently reported XXXX late payments on an account that is reported closed. The account was reported close in XX/XX/year>. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX has not shown proof that they are authorized to collect this debt. Verification of debt is within the statute of limitations. Immediately have them remove the late payments and negative items on my report. It is illegal to report this information without my consent. Contact all the credit bureaus that's reporting XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX on my report.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (FL)

I am writing to formally lodge a complaint regarding unauthorized hard inquiries that have appeared on my credit report. I have recently reviewed my credit report and noticed several hard inquiries from companies listed below that I did not authorize. 

- Company : XXXX XXXX. Date of XXXX : XX/XX/year>. 
- Company : XXXX. Date of XXXX : XX/XX/year>. 
- Company : XXXX Date of XXXX : XX/XX/year>. 
- Company : XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of XXXX : XXXX. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( Responsibilities of furnishers of information to consumer reporting agencies ) and 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( Procedure in case of disputed accuracy ), I have the right to dispute any information that I believe is inaccurate or incomplete. Since these inquiries were made without my consent, I believe they are in violation of the law, and I request that they be removed from my credit report. 

I urge you to investigate this matter and take appropriate action to eliminate these inquiries. These unauthorized hard inquiries negatively impact my credit score, and I am concerned about their effect on my financial well-being. 

Please inform me of the steps you will take to rectify this situation. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-21
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: U.S. BANCORP (IL)

Years ago I was married and we had a joint account at Great Lakes Credit Union, it was a XXXX XXXX card. We then got divorced and the court ordered my ex-wife to pay the credit card off. Eventually, Elan Financial bought the debt from Great Lakes Credit Union and my ex-wife continued paying until about XXXX of XXXX. Then, they started harassing me and it showed up on my credit reports. I disputed it and they said it all checked out. I provided Elan Financial the divorce agreement that included the order and they still continue to try to collect from me. XXXX is of no help, repeated disputes have done nothing. It is not my debt and it is negatively affecting my credit score. I don't know what else to do.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (TX)

I did not consent to, or authorize nor benefit from any of the following inquiries. Please Block and remove it. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX  XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX  XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX & XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-28
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. (CA)

I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding unauthorized accounts appearing on my credit report. Despite my repeated attempts to have these accounts removed, they persist, causing significant damage to my financial reputation and well-being. The accounts in question are in clear violation of 15 USC 1681b regarding permissible purposes. It is evident that the credit bureaus have no permissible purpose to report these fraudulent items without my explicit consent. Please see attached file for these items I am complaining.