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Consumer complaint received 2024-06-24
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. (VA)

I was looking at my report an notice there were some things was not correct. I sent a letter to EQUIFAX but it has been more than XXXX  days EQUIFAX still haven't responded to my letter.That is a violation of XXXX XXXX ( a ) Under the XXXX XXXX ( a ) ( XXXX ) ( A ) Subject to subsection ( f ) and expect as provided in subsection ( g ), if the completeness or accuracy of any item of information contained in a consumer 's file at consumer reporting agency is disputed by the consumer and the consumer notifies the agency directly, or indirectly through a reseller, of such dispute, the agency shall, free of charge, conduct a reasonable reinvestigation to determine whether the disputed information is inaccurate and record the current status of the disputed information, or delete the item from the file in accordance with paragraph ( XXXX ), before the end of the XXXX period beginning on the date on which the agency receives the notice of the dispute from the consumer or reseller. 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 delete these accounts immediately because of violation of 15 USC 1681i ( a ) ( XXXX ) ( A )
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-24
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. (AR)

I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the unavailability of my credit data from your bureau. As a diligent consumer who consistently monitors their credit profile, I am troubled by the recent discovery that vital information seems to be missing from your records. Despite being proactive in managing my finances and ensuring timely payments on all accounts, I have encountered significant hurdles due to the absence of my credit data from your bureau. This has not only caused inconvenience but has also put me in a precarious position, especially concerning recent financial transactions and loan applications. I have made numerous attempts to address this issue through your customer service channels, but regrettably, the resolution process has been slow and ineffective. As a result, I find myself facing unnecessary challenges in accessing essential financial services and opportunities.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-06
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. (CA)

I am writing to file a formal complaint against XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX for violating the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and to seek monetary relief for the distress and financial harm caused by their actions. 

Complaint Details : Creditor : XXXX XXXX  Account # XXXX Nature of Complaint : Inaccurate Reporting : XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX has reported inaccurate information on my credit report, including an incorrect balance and misleading payment terms for a collection account. This false information has significantly harmed my credit score. 

Lack of Notification : XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX did not notify me in writing about the alleged debt before placing it on my credit report, depriving me of the opportunity to dispute the debt or verify its validity. 

No Contract or Business Relationship : I have never engaged in any business with XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX and have no contractual agreement with them. 

Their reporting of this debt is unauthorized and unfounded. 

Unauthorized Entry on Credit Report : XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX added this account to my credit report without my consent, violating my right to privacy and the provisions of the FCRA that require accurate and fair reporting of credit information. 

Impact : The actions of XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX have significantly damaged my credit score, leading to potential denials of credit, increased interest rates, and other financial hardships. Their failure to comply with the FCRA has also caused emotional distress and financial instability.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-24
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. (NJ)

I recently checked my credit reports and noticed billing errors. You are in serious violation of TRUTH IN LENDING ACT ( TILA ) 15 U.S.Code 1637 ( b ) ( 2 ) ( a ) and the United States Code Law ( TILA 15 U.S. Code 1666 ( b ) billing error
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-06
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (GA)

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 is my understanding that you will investigate these items for me to ensure accuracy. I would like the following account to be investigated and the results of said investigation to be communicated in a timely fashion. 

Here is the account I am asking you to verify as accurate : XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX account number : XXXX Please verify this information and remove it from my report if inaccurate.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-24
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. (NV)

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.I demand immediate action to remove these unauthorized inquiries from my credit report. Their presence is not only a violation of my privacy rights but also undermines the integrity of my credit profile.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-06
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (CA)

Complaint Details : * Debt Collector : XXXX Account # XXXX Nature of Complaint : XXXX. Lack of XXXX XXXX : XXXX Account # XXXX did not notify me in writing about the alleged debt before placing it on my credit report. This is a direct violation of the FDCPA, which requires debt collectors to provide written notice of the debt and an opportunity to dispute it before taking adverse action.

2. No Contract or Business Relationship : I have never engaged in any business with XXXX Account # XXXX and have no contractual agreement with them. Their claim is unfounded and unauthorized. 

XXXX. Inaccurate Reporting : The account information reported by XXXX Account # XXXX is inaccurate and incomplete. The balance listed on my credit report does not match any previous obligations, and the presence of " payment terms of 1 month '' is misleading and incorrect for a collection account. 

XXXX. Unauthorized Credit Report Entry : XXXX Account # XXXX added this account to my credit report without my consent, violating my right to privacy. They have failed to provide any evidence of my consent or their right to report this debt. 

Impact : The actions of XXXX Account # XXXX have significantly harmed my credit score, caused undue stress, and potentially affected my ability to obtain credit, housing, and employment. Their failure to comply with the FDCPA has also caused emotional distress and financial instability.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-06
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (TX)

Please take a look at the attached letters and ID docs for verification that it is I XXXX XXXX filing this complaint. The stuff on my credit report is wrong and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports I never gave any written consent to report anything on my consumer reports no consent is fraud.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-06
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 understand the importance of removing any inaccurate information from my credit report in accordance with FCRA 605B. Could you please review the documents? I've noticed discrepancies in several accounts, which is concerning to me.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-26
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

I discovered that some of the information on my credit report was incorrect when I reviewed it. Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) require the 3 credit bureaus to validate these accounts ( A ). It is not permissible to fail to validate these reporting accounts as unverified information without providing any proof within the time frame specified by law. My credit report includes the following erroneous information that needs to be investigated and correct. 
XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-24
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

This letter is a formal complaint that you are reporting inaccurate and incomplete credit information. 
I am distressed that you have included the information below in my credit profile and that you have failed to maintain reasonable procedures in your operations to assure maximum possible accuracy in the credit reports you publish. Credit reporting laws ensure that bureaus report only 100 % accurate credit information. Every step must be taken to assure the information reported is completely accurate and correct. The following information therefore needs to be re-investigated. 
According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), you are required by federal law to verify, through the physical verification of the original signed consumer contract, any and all accounts that you post on a credit report. Otherwise anyone paying for your reporting services could fax, mail or email in a fraudulent account. 
I demand to see verifiable proof ( i.e. : an original consumer contract with my signature on it ) that you have on file for the account listed below. 
Your failure to positively verify these accounts has hurt my ability to obtain credit. Under the FCRA, unverifiable accounts must be removed and if you are unable to provide me a copy of verifiable proof, you must remove the account listed below. 
I demand that the following account be verified or removed immediately : The following account is not mine XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Please remove it from my credit report. 

I respectfully request to be provided proof of this alleged item, specifically the contract, note or other instrument bearing my signature. 
Failing that, the item must be deleted from the report as soon as possible. This information is entirely inaccurate and incomplete, and as such represents a very serious error in your reporting. Please delete this misleading information and supply a corrected credit profile to all creditors who have received a copy within the last six months, or the last two years for employment purposes. 
Additionally, please provide the name, address, and telephone number of each credit grantor or other subscriber. 
Under federal law, you have thirty ( 30 ) days to complete your investigation. Be advised that the description of the procedure used to determine the accuracy and completeness of the information is hereby requested as well, to be provided within fifteen ( 15 ) days of the completion of your investigation.

In addition, please remove all non-account holding inquiries over 30 days old. Also, please add a promotional suppression to my credit file.

Under federal law, you have thirty ( 30 ) days to complete your re-investigation. Be advised that the description of the procedure used to determine the accuracy and completeness of the information is hereby requested as well, to be provided within fifteen ( 15 ) days of the completion of your re- investigation.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-06
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. (FL)

According to my research about FCRA 605, Credit Bureaus are required by law to remove any items which are found to be opened due to identity theft. Again, it appears that my credit with you has been compromised, these items being reported are creating a ton of emotional & financial stress which is impacting my ability to sleep, causing problems at my job & creating unwanted stress in my home life. The following items that you must remove are listed below : 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 XXXXXX/XX/XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-24
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (GA)

I have consistently maintained on-time payments, so I find it perplexing to discover an error in my credit report. I am seeking precise and updated records that accurately reflect my timely payments for those accounts.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-24
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

When I investigated my credit report, I realized that some of the information was erroneous. XXXX and XXXX are required to authenticate this account under Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ). ( A ). It is not acceptable to treat this reporting account as unconfirmed information without producing proof within the legal time range. Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ). ( A ), please investigate the unverifiable account below : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-24
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (NC)

This account was charged off on the following date XX/XX/XXXX. Since then, the date of the last activity has been inconsistently updated. On Equifax the date last active is ( XX/XX/XXXX ) and on XXXX its ( XX/XX/XXXX ) and on XXXX it's if the information is coming from the original creditor the dates should be the same. We can not say these accounts are XXXX XXXX  accurate so it is deemed to be INACCURATE. Please delete this account from my credit report. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-06
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. (MI)

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 2024-06-24
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)

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 2024-06-06
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. (CA)

I am writing to file a formal complaint against XXXX XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX, a third-party debt collector, for violating the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) and to seek monetary relief for the distress and financial harm caused by their actions. 

Complaint Details : Debt Collector : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX Nature of Complaint : Lack of Written Notification : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX did not notify me in writing about the alleged debt before placing it on my credit report. This is a direct violation of the FDCPA, which requires debt collectors to provide written notice of the debt and an opportunity to dispute it before taking adverse action. 

No Contract or Business Relationship : I have never engaged in any business with XXXX XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX and have no contractual agreement with them. Their claim is unfounded and unauthorized. 

Inaccurate Reporting : The account information reported by XXXX XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX is inaccurate and incomplete. The balance listed on my credit report does not match any previous obligations, and the presence of " payment terms of 1 month '' is misleading and incorrect for a collection account. 

Unauthorized Credit Report Entry : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX added this account to my credit report without my consent, violating my right to privacy. They have failed to provide any evidence of my consent or their right to report this debt. 

Impact : The actions of XXXX XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX have significantly harmed my credit score, caused undue stress, and potentially affected my ability to obtain credit, housing, and employment. Their failure to comply with the FDCPA has also caused emotional distress and financial instability.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-24
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. (MD)

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 2023-12-29
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. (PA)

I am writing to dispute the validity of the credit card debt associated with XXXX accounts on my credit report. I have carefully reviewed the statements and records related to this account, and I believe there are inaccuracies that warrant further investigation. 
Verification of Debt : Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I am requesting validation of the debt associated with my account. Please provide documentation that proves the legitimacy of this debt, including the original agreement and any subsequent amendments. 
Discrepancies in Reporting : I have observed inconsistencies in the reporting of this debt to the credit bureaus. I request that you review and correct any inaccurate information that may negatively impact my credit score. 
I kindly request a thorough and prompt investigation into these matters. As per my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I expect a response within 30 days of receiving this letter. 

Please provide written documentation of the results of your investigation, and if any inaccuracies are identified, I request the immediate correction or removal of the disputed items from my account. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your timely response.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-06
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (FL)

When I investigated my credit report, I realized that some of the information was erroneous. Experian and XXXX are required to authenticate this account under Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ). ( A ). It is not acceptable to treat this reporting account as unconfirmed information without producing proof within the legal time range. Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ). ( A ), please investigate the unverifiable account below : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX