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Consumer complaint received 2024-10-04
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. (NY)

Dear CFPB, I am writing to file a formal complaint against XXXX XXXX XXXX  regarding violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and their inaccurate reporting of multiple charge-offs on my credit report. 

Details of the Issue : Creditor : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Settlement Date : [ Insert Settlement Date ] Reported Amount : {$1200.00} ( settled for less than owed ) I settled this debt with XXXX  XXXX in [ insert date ], and the account was paid for less than the full amount owed. However, XXXX XXXX has reported multiple charge-offs on this account between XX/XX/year> and XX/XX/year>, despite the account being settled. 

Violations and Harms : Violation of Accurate Reporting : Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( a ), creditors are required to furnish accurate information to credit reporting agencies. The repeated reporting of charge-offs after the settlement is misleading, inaccurate, and in direct violation of this statute.

Unfair Negative Impact on My Credit Score : These multiple charge-offs have severely impacted my credit score, making it difficult for me to secure favorable financial terms. Since the debt was settled, XXXX XXXX should have ceased further negative reporting on the account.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-25
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (GA)

My rights enacted by the FRCA, FBCA and Privacy Act are in violation by the unaffiliated 3rd party ( s ) this complaint is going to. For items that have been placed on my credit report. I have included attached documents of these items. As per 15 USC 6802 ( b ) and ( c ). I was never provided the knowledge of the opportunity to opt-out of my personal information being reported. I was also not provided knowledge and instructions on how to opt- out of my personal information being reported. In addition I have late payments that are being listed that were never verified and violated my rights per 15 USC 1666b. Both the credit furnisher and reporting agencies are in violation of these acts. They are unable to provide adequate verifiable proof including certified copies of both the contracts and supporting tax documents. Which has also been attached in the documents uploaded, providing exact types of acceptable proof to have it considered verified. Lack of this acceptable proof based on the claim is lack of Corporate Compliance and a crime. If the proper recordings matching the letters are not rectified within 30 days and updated immediately with proof of the update. I will next exercise my rights to take legal actions. Since both parties are currently the acting fiduciary agents over my entrusted interests and information. 
I will take this to federal court to seek the highest claim of the Federal Reserve Act Section 29.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-29
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (VA)

The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system.

So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft.

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way 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 account listed without my expressed written consent.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-17
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NY)

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 2024-09-17
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. (MN)

I logged into the Equifax website with previously set up login information. I was surprised two-factor identification was not required. Furthermore, there is no way to set this up. There is no place on their website to facilitate this basic security measure. When the company was contacted by telephone, they did not answer the question about how to set it up. They wouldn't admit they don't have the service available. 

In this age of hacking and cyber vulnerabilities, that is unacceptable. Especially for a credit bureau charged with ranking personal credit scores and monitoring credit. Equifax has suffered security breaches in the recent history. I have no way of knowing if my data was breached.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-17
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. (NC)

I am writing to formally request the immediate blocking and removal of inaccurate information in my consumer report, as required under 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. The information I have identified is the result of alleged identity theft, and according to federal law, you are required to block this information no later than four business days after receiving this notice.

Additionally, under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ), the information in my file must be reported accurately. The accounts listed below are in violation of this requirement and have compromised my federal consumer rights, including my right to privacy and confidentiality, as outlined under 15 U.S. Code 1681.

Furthermore, under 15 U.S. Code 1692g, I am entitled to receive validation of the debt, including proof of a purchase agreement or a wet signature demonstrating that I committed to the debt in question. If such proof is not provided, you are required to remove the accounts from my report immediately.

**Accounts in Violation : ** [ List the accounts in question here ] Pursuant to 15 U.S. Code 1681, Section 602 ( a ), I am entitled to privacy concerning my consumer report. Further, under 15 U.S. Code 1681, Section 604 ( a ) ( 2 ), a consumer reporting agency can not furnish accounts or information without my written consent. I did not provide written permission for these accounts to be included in my credit report, as outlined in 15 U.S. Code 1681a ( 2 ).

I also bring to your attention 15 U.S. Code 1666b, which requires that creditors promptly correct billing errors upon notification. As such, the inclusion of these accounts on my report constitutes a billing error, and they must be corrected immediately.

Additionally, under 15 U.S. Code 1601, the purpose of the Truth in Lending Act is to promote the informed use of credit through meaningful disclosure of credit terms. The inclusion of unverified accounts violates this principle and misleads the consumer.

Finally, I refer to 18 U.S. Code 1028A, which imposes severe penalties for aggravated identity theft. The failure to address the issues raised in this letter may result in further legal action under this statute.

I request that you provide the original copy of the agreement, including all terms and conditions, associated with the accounts in question. If you fail to provide this documentation, you are required to delete these accounts from my report.

Please take immediate action to block these transactions from being reported to my consumer report within four days from the receipt of this notice. Failure to comply will result in further actions, including potential claims for damages up to {$1000.00} per account, as permitted by law.

I look forward to your prompt response and the resolution of this matter. 

Sincerely,
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-04
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (MI)

As of today, you have failed to provide a valid response or correction regarding these disputes, in clear violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ), which requires credit reporting agencies to follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates. Furthermore, under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ), credit reporting agencies are required to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of disputed information within 30 days of receiving notice of the dispute.

I want answers asap on these negative accounts. You have had ample time to investigate these accounts and provide me with a response and you have failed to do this.

I want these negative items deleted.

Documents are attached.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-04
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (TX)

I am asking for your help with this incorrect account on my credit report. It has damaged my reputation significantly, and I need your assistance. Your improper handling of my report has severely hurt me, and the incorrect details need to be removed as soon as possible.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (TX)

PLEASE BLOCKED AND REMOVED. 
I respectfully request the removal of this erroneous entry from my credit report. This account was not authorized or acknowledged by me. I have provided supporting documents for your review.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-04
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX TRANSUNION XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX # : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX of TRANSUNION, I hereby formally notify you of a dispute regarding the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX account, which has been reported in my credit file under the entity XXXX This account must be immediately removed from the credit report under applicable federal and state law. The following are the legal and factual reasons supporting my request : Reasons for Dispute 1. Violation of Debt Validation Process : Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( b ), the collection agency XXXX XXXX was required to cease all debt collection and validation activities until receiving complete verification of the debt, if a request was received within 30 days of receipt of the initial notice. XXXX claims to have sent said notice on XX/XX/XXXX and to have received no communication before XX/XX/XXXX. However, this does not justify reporting to XXXX without proof of validation. 
2. Lack of Legal Ownership of the Debt : XXXX XXXX has indicated in its response to the CFPB that it is not the owner of the account in question and only acted as an authorized representative of XXXX. The information reported to XXXX was generated without adequate verification by the original creditor, violating the consumer 's right to transparency of information under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( b ).

3. Relevance of Florida Credit Law : Under Florida state law, the statute of limitations on debts limits the period during which a debt may be legally pursued. The account in question was returned to XXXX without any additional validation efforts being made and is outside the applicable reporting time frame. 
Request Since XXXX XXXX has confirmed that the account was returned to XXXX  and that it no longer has any right or authority over the account, immediate removal of any mention of this account from my credit report is requested, pursuant to Section 611 of the FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ), which provides a consumer 's right to request removal of inaccurate or unverified information. 
Attached is a copy of the correspondence received by XXXX XXXX through the CFPB, confirming that the account has been closed and returned to the creditor.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-05
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

Could you please take a moment to review and examine the attached documents? I believe your expertise will be invaluable in ensuring their accuracy and completeness. Your feedback and insights would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter.
Consumer complaint received 2022-02-23
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. (GA)

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 2024-10-05
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (TX)

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 ( 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. 

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Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (TX)

I am listing accounts and inquiries below that have been reported inaccurately on my credit report. In compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and as a gesture of respect to the Federal Trade Commission Committee on accuracy and completeness of credit information I am formally writing in today to dispute negative information appearing on my credit. This incorrect information is greatly hindering me from getting the credit score I deserve and hopefully, this letter will resolve all the issues on my credit.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-18
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 SECOND 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, CA, XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, CA, XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-17
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. (PR)

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act XXXX Account 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.
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-22
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. (PA)

XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Open date XXXX XXXX Equifax-XXXX Date last payment XXXX XXXX EquifaxXXXX XXXX 120 days late XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX 150 days late Equifax- XX/XX/XXXX 120 days late XXXX XXXX late XXXX 180 EquifaxXXXX XXXX XXXX - XXXX - Equifax-XXXX OK XXXX- XXXX XXXX Equifax-XXXX OK XXXX XXXX Equifax-XXXX  OK Since XX/XX/XXXX to XX/XX/XXXX I have sent multiple letters. With no response back. 
Attempted to dispute online but was unable to upload any documents. 
Attempted to get thru on phone after being on hold for hours. 
As a XXXX work XXXX hour shifts throughout the pandemic XXXX XXXX XXXX then coming home to care for XXXX children. This has been emotional draining. 
These derogatory errors on my credit report are preventing me and my family from building our dream home.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-04
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (TX)

" I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding unauthorized accounts that persist on my credit report despite my repeated efforts to have them removed. These accounts are causing significant damage to my financial reputation and overall well-being. It is evident that the inclusion of these fraudulent items violates 15 USC 1681b regarding permissible purposes, as the credit bureaus have no legitimate reason to report them without my explicit consent. Please refer to the attached file detailing these items I am disputing.

The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence, which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system. So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft. ''
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-18
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NY)

My account with was never late! I have had exceptional payment history witH XXXX  XXXX and all payments were placed on Autopay. This late payment that is reporting is a result on a systematic error on their end processing my payment. 
This was clearly a billing error made my the company and is not a reflection of my payment experience which violates USC Code 1681eb. This error has caused severe hard to my reputation, my character, my mode of living and to my family! 
I demand the late payment reported in 60 days to be removed. 
They are not in compliance with the following law. 15 USC 1666b and its requirements set the standards and the guidance for a creditor to treat a payment as late, yet they are reporting a payment as late and they did not comply with the law!

15 USC 1666b ( a ) Time to make payments A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose, unless the creditor has adopted reasonable procedures designed to ensure that each periodic statement including the information required by section 1637 ( b ) of this title is mailed or delivered to the consumer not later than 21 days before the payment due date. 

Never Sent the periodic statement along with the disclosures from section 1637 ( b ).

I have requested proof that this information was mailed or delivered 21 days before the payment due date and this information was requested in good faith pursuant rule 1002 and It was never provided. 
This is unfair, illegal, fraudulent, and not equitable to me as a consumer! 
Delete the late payments from my consumer reports
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-04
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. (TX)

The information is inaccurate and I have received no notification authorizing the transfer of any account. According to 15 U.S.C 1681 any and all information on my credit report must be accurate and this is not. Please provide a full and legible wet signature not an e-signature and original contract.