davidheineman/consumer-finance-complaints-large huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-29
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 have reached out to Experian in regards to an account listed on my credit report requesting validation that this debt is in fact mine as I am a victim of identity theft and don't recognize the debt nor did I do business with the company. The company is XXXX XXXX with Account number XXXX. Experian claims to have validated this account on several instances, but did not send me proof of how they validated this alleged debt or who validated this debt as requested. Below is listed the days I sent letters to Experian seeking proof of this debt : Experian XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  and XX/XX/XXXX Experian continuously violates FCRA laws by not properly validating this alleged debt and refuse to remedy this account. The Account number is XXXX with a balance of {$1500.00}. 15 u.s code 1681 a ( 2b ) The information that is on my credit report is inaccurate and I did not give any permission to any agency to report anything on my credit file.18 u.s code states anyone who is knowingly producing an identification, or false documentation to defraud as in result this is identity theft.18 u.s code 1028 ( a ) and I have no Knowledge of the alleged debt and no knowledge of the collection accounts
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-27
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)

Under 15 USC 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) subject to subsection ( f ) and except as provided in subsection ( g ), If the completeness or accuracy of any item of information contained in a consumer 's file at a 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 ( 5 ), before the end of the 30-day period beginning on the date on which the agency receives the notice of the dispute from the consumer or reseller. 


-- INQUIRIES -- XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2022-12-06
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (NV)

Credit Bureaus are required to verify the information and status of the account being reported on my Credit Report. But in my case, Experian has kept reporting the disputed accounts claiming that the information they present is accurate, with which I greatly disagree. under Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) Disclosures to consumers [ 15 U.S.C. 1681g ] ( ( a ) Information on file ; sources ; report recipients. Experian shall, upon request, and subject to 610 ( a ) ( 1 ) [ 1681h ], clearly and accurately disclose to the consumer. If the consumer to whom the file relates requests that the first 5 digits of the social security number ( or similar identification number ) of the consumer not be included in the disclosure and the consumer reporting agency has received appropriate proof of the identity of the requester, the consumer reporting agency shall so truncate such number in such disclosure. & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) Procedure in case of disputed accuracy [ 15 U.S.C. 1681i ] ( a ) Reinvestigations of Disputed Information. If the completeness or accuracy of any item of information contained in my file at Experian is disputed by the consumer and the consumer notifies the agency directly, or indirectly through a creditor, the Bureaus 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 items from my file in accordance with paragraph ( 5 ), before the end of the 30-day period beginning on the date on which the agency receives the notice of the dispute from the consumer or creditor. Please have these accounts corrected : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-27
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Received unwanted marketing or advertising
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (WI)

XXXX XXXX XXXX Credit Bureau Operation, has caused unwanted marketing problem by not having a paid account loan to be removed from the credit once paid. I have experienced higher debt ratio when a paid car loan remains on the credit report. This debt ratio is used to inflated the cost of the next vehicle, because of the previous vehicle paid status. Meaning that because this information is shared with the dealership it ultimately puts you in a higher car value because you paid off the vehicle. This information should not be shared with the car dealership because it creates a debt ratio trap.
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-19
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (TX)

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. 

1. XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX ). ( XXXX ) : Account # XXXX XXXX {$2200.00} 2. XXXX ( XXXX ) : Account # XXXX, XXXX {$1400.00} 3. XXXX XXXX XXXX : Account # XXXX, XXXX {$120.00} 4. XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX : Account # XXXX XXXX {$100.00} has violated my rights. 

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 2024-07-31
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (ME)

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 2024-07-26
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (IL)

I applied for an apartment with a rental company named XXXX XXXX and upon checking my background I was denied the apartment due to XXXX XXXX  History that is incorrect and is being reported to the company by XXXX which in return uses information thats being reported to them from Equifax. Equifax is also reporting an address on my file that Ive never been associated with before. The social security number that is attached to the criminal background is different from mines. I would like this negative information removed from my background immediately. Its a hindrance that is not allowing me to move forward in my future endeavors and currently as well. I have provided a copy of my drivers license to confirm who I am and what they have on file is different from mines.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-27
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Received unwanted marketing or advertising
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (WI)

XXXX XXXX, has caused unwanted marketing problem by not having a paid account loan to be removed from the credit once paid. I have experienced higher debt ratio when a paid car loan remains on the credit report. This debt ratio is used to inflated the cost of the next vehicle, because of the previous vehicle paid status. Meaning that because this information is shared with the dealership it ultimately puts you in a higher car value because you paid off the vehicle. This information should not be shared with the car dealership because it creates a debt ratio trap.
Consumer complaint received 2023-04-19
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Affirm Holdings, Inc (CA)

I have sent 2 physical letters, last letter sent XX/XX/2023 - did not receive a response by mail XX/XX/2023 -Received a response through the CFPB website, I do not agree with the outcome and it does resolve my complaint Went to Affirm Inc website to report unauthorized account dispute, website would not let me complete XX/XX/2023 - Called Affirm Inc by telephone was told by a representative that this account belongs to a third party called XXXX XXXX could not get that much information about the account history as I could was not giving much of my personal information because I was not consenting to give any of my personal information over the phone, I asked for a supervisor and she told me she would send a link of an affidavit I believe is the word she used to my email never received it, gave it 30 days no response. I just came back to the United States and I have not received anything responses since XXXX from Affirm Inc XXXX XXXX has been harassing and threatening me. XXXX XXXX is a third party collection agency that bought this debt from Affirm Inc
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-26
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 recently submitted a request for investigation of the above noted account, which you denied. I submitted sufficient information for you perform a reasonable investigation of my dispute. Unfortunately, you neglected to do so. If you had investigated properly the results would have proven that these accounts are fraudulent though your company claims to have verified these. Depending solely on your flawed e-Oscar system has proven to produce less than accurate and fair information. I request that you take a more active and accurate approach to investigate this for me. 
As in XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ), and XXXX XXXX XXXX, Equifax, XXXX XXXX the courts ruled each and every time that the CRA couldn't merely " parrot '' information from the creditors and collection agencies ... that they have to conduct an independent REASONABLE investigation to ensure the validity of the debt and the honesty/integrity of the creditor/CA in question. Sending out a generic form letter through the e-Oscar system that does not even contain my reasons for the dispute is by no ones measure reasonable. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-26
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (SC)

" Method of Verification Dispute Notice : Remove these Fraudulent Accounts, Inquiries & Inaccurate Personal Information. 

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. 
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Consumer complaint received 2024-08-19
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)

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. 

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  has violated my rights. 

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 2023-07-31
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

Subject : Urgent Dispute of Erroneous Account under FCRA Section 611 15 USC 1681 Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to dispute an erroneous account that has been on my credit report since XXXX, stemming from a time when my personal information was stolen during the pandemic. Despite multiple attempts to rectify this issue, I have received no assistance or resolution from your company. 

This inaccurate account has caused repeated credit denials, significant financial hardship, and even contributed to personal and family distress, including a divorce from my wife of 6 years and other challenges with my child. 

Under FCRA Section 611 15 USC 1681, I have the right to accurate credit information and to dispute any inaccuracies. I urgently request a thorough investigation into this matter and the immediate removal of this account XXXX XXXX Reported : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX from my credit report. 

Please act promptly to address this situation and provide me with updates on the progress of my dispute. I expect a resolution within the timeframe mandated by law the stress level and distress I have acquired over the last year is taking a toll on me. 

Your immediate attention to this matter is greatly appreciated.
Consumer complaint received 2022-12-06
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

I am not satisfied that Equifax has completely fulfilled the guidelines of the Fair Credit Reporting Act in conducting its examination. I sense that the remaining account needs proper action to assure the maximum possible accuracy on my credit file. under Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) Disclosures to consumers [ 15 U.S.C. 1681g ] ( ( a ) Information on file ; sources ; report recipients. Equifax shall, upon request, and subject to 610 ( a ) ( 1 ) [ 1681h ], clearly and accurately disclose to the consumer. If the consumer to whom the file relates requests that the first 5 digits of the social security number ( or similar identification number ) of the consumer not be included in the disclosure and the consumer reporting agency has received appropriate proof of the identity of the requester, the consumer reporting agency shall so truncate such number in such disclosure. & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) Procedure in case of disputed accuracy [ 15 U.S.C. 1681i ] ( a ) Reinvestigations of Disputed Information. If the completeness or accuracy of any item of information contained in my file at Equifax is disputed by the consumer and the consumer notifies the agency directly, or indirectly through a creditor, the Bureaus 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 items from my file in accordance with paragraph ( 5 ), before the end of the 30-day period beginning on the date on which the agency receives the notice of the dispute from the consumer or creditor. Update the account below : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-26
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. (AZ)

NOTICE TO AGENT IS NOTICE TO PRINCIPLE NOTICE PRINCIPLE IS NOTICE TO AGENT I am writing to inform you of my dispute regarding the account listed on my credit report maintained by your company. I assert that your company is subject to the arbitration agreement as stated on your company 's website, as well as the arbitration procedures provided by XXXX 
I am fully aware of the financial implications associated with initiating arbitration proceedings, and I am extending you XXXX opportunity to resolve this matter amicably. My settlement demand is as follows : Payment of {$6000.00} to compensate for the mental distress, anxiety, emotional distress, and financial hardship that your actions have caused me. 
Deletion of the trade-in entry from all credit reporting agencies where it is currently listed. 
I want to emphasize that the costs associated with initiating arbitration proceedings, including filing fees, arbitration initiation fees, arbitration deposits, and any legal costs incurred throughout the arbitration process, will be significant. As per the arbitration procedures outlined on the XXXX website, you will be responsible for covering these costs, which could amount to tens of thousands of dollars. 
Failure to comply with my demands will result in the initiation of arbitration proceedings. I want to remind you that your continued collection activities may constitute a violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( 15 USC 1692c ( c ) ), which prohibits communication through mediums other than mail upon request. 
I expect a prompt response within 15 DAYS, confirming your acceptance of my settlement terms and detailing the steps you will take to comply. If I do not receive a satisfactory response within this timeframe, I will proceed with arbitration without further notice. 
Please send all correspondence related to this matter to the address listed above.
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (NJ)

My accounts was never late! I have had exceptional payment history with XXXX XXXXXXXX and all payments were placed on XXXX. 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: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

This is my FOURTH NOTICE that I'm DISPUTING inaccurate personal information found on my credit report. 
The following information is NOT ME and I have NO RELATIONSHIP to it. Please remove the following information from my credit report immediately- If you continue to report inaccurate information I will be filing a lawsuit for wilful noncompliance to FCRA regulations. 

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