davidheineman/consumer-finance-complaints-large huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-02-22
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

Dear Consumer Reporting Agency, I am writing to inform you that I recently received my credit report and found inaccurate information on it. I believe that this violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), particularly 15 USC 1681 and 15 USC 1681b.

According to 15 USC 1681b ( a ) ( 2 ), consumer reporting agencies are only permitted to furnish a consumer report based on the written instructions of the consumer. As I did not provide written instructions to include the accounts listed below on my report, they should be removed. REMOVE TRANSACTION HISTORY this is not a dispute, it is written instruction. please update immediately. if there is consumer debt for XXXX XXXX XXXX, please send 1099c, it is illegaly to charge off an account and report monthly payments 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Equifax, XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX , XXXX XXXX XXXX , XXXX XXXX XXXX , XXXX Furthermore, as a consumer, I demand that the utilization for the above accounts be updated to 5 % or below, or alternatively, that all utilization information be deleted due to inconsistencies across the board. I would appreciate a copy of my updated consumer report once the changes have been made. 

Please be aware that if you fail to respond satisfactorily and remove the negative account information, I may take legal action against your company for FCRA violations, which includes civil liability and financial penalties. 

Please note that due to my current physical situation, which is the result of a prolonged COVID-19 sickness, I am unable to communicate by phone. Therefore, I request that we handle this matter electronically and through email. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX Email : XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22
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. (TX)

Ive reviewed my consumer reports and noticed that I had a few late payments on an account that I was never late for. Consumer reporting agencies have became a vital role and have a responsibility to report consumer information to the best of their ability with maximum accuracy. I have never been late on payments for the accounts that I have listed below : XXXX XXXX : account ending in XXXX starting with XXXX XXXX XXXX : ending in XXXX starting with XXXX XXXX : ending in XXXX starting with XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX : account # XXXX XXXX  : XXXX Please investigate and provide proof with statements showing that these payments were late. If proof cant be provided I demand these payments be updated to on time as they should be as I was never late. Thank you in advance.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22
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. (TX)

I am listing accounts 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. I demand to see Verifiable Proof ( an original Consumer Contract with my Signature on it ) of the accounts listed below. Your failure to positively verify these accounts has hurt my ability to obtain credit.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (TX)

I understand the importance of removing any incorrect accounts from my credit report in accordance with FCRA 605B. Could you please take a look at the documents? I've observed that some of the listed accounts seem to be inaccurate, which is worrying to me.Please remove the inaccurate accounts being reported on my credit file.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-18
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. (MD)

I previously sent a letter to address the errors and unknown items on my credit report, but unfortunately, I have not received a response even after 30 days. It seems like my disputes are being overlooked and I feel taken advantage of. As per Section 611 ( a ), if these items are not investigated within 30 days, they should be promptly removed from my credit report. Since the deadline has passed, I expect these accounts to be updated without delay. If not, I may have to take legal action due to the stress this situation has caused me. Moreover, my information was impacted by the Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX data breach, which raises concerns about the security of my personal data.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (GA)

I Requested My credit report From Trans union I wondered why my credit score was so low I Reviewed my Report & Notice Fraudalent Activites I Have 3 Inquiries on my account that I am not responsible for : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX These are fraudulent activities I would like these XXXX Inquiries deleted from my credit report & I want a freeze placed on my credit
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09
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. (GA)

I recently conducted a review of my credit report and found several items that have caused me significant distress. These items appear to be unverifiable, inaccurate, and questionable. Your agency has failed to ensure the accuracy of the information as required under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) Accuracy of Reports. This statute mandates that consumer reporting agencies must follow reasonable procedures to ensure the maximum possible accuracy of the information they report. 

Furthermore, under 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Treatment of Inaccurate or Unverifiable Information, you are required to promptly delete or modify any information found to be inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable during a reinvestigation. If you are unable to provide me with verifiable proof of the accuracy of the disputed items within 15 days of your investigation, these accounts and the related information must be removed from my credit report. 

Additionally, under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I do not recognize any of the alleged creditors or debt collectors. I have never entered into a valid contract with any of these entities, nor have I engaged in any transactions with them. As such, these accounts are fraudulent and may be the result of identity theft or other illegal activities. Attempting to enforce these fraudulent accounts is unlawful. I request that you expedite your investigation to prevent further harm, losses, or damages that I may suffer as a victim of identity theft. 

Moreover, under the Fair Credit Billing Act, my right to privacy has been violated, and this breach infringes upon my rights as outlined in The Privacy Act of 1974. Removing the inaccurate and fraudulent information from my credit report will help restore my privacy and prevent further violations.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

Today, I saw unauthorized inquiries on my credit report, and I dont understand why. I review my credit regularly, and nothing like this has happened until now. Even after refreshing my browser, the discrepancies stayed. This is incredibly frustrating, and I need this issue addressed immediately. Please verify the documents Ive submitted to resolve this once and for all.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (TN)

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 XXXX  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, XXXX, and Transunion data breach.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-22
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: U.S. BANCORP (SC)

XXXX XXXX XXXX | Personally Identifyable Information XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX | Confidential Information XXXX, SC XXXX | Social Security : XXXX XXXX | Date of Birth : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Cell | Account # XXXX US BANK XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Minnesota, XXXX The reason you have received this written communication is to detail the events that have recently occured between your federally insured institution and myself regarding account titled in my name XXXX XXXX XXXX with account number XXXX. 

WHEREAS : Account Number XXXX was titled to XXXX XXXX XXXX, residing at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, SC XXXX. 

WHEREAS : Account Number XXXX was charged a pre-authorization from XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX Debit Purchase on XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX REF # XXXX Ref Number : XXXX for {$15.00} This charge was a pre-authorization not an actual purchase and after an investigation by XXXX XXXX XXXX in XX/XX/year> It was determined and communicated to the institution, USBANK. 

WHEREAS : USBANK, possessing communication that this matter was under dispute still assessed a fee and sent the matter to XXXX different collection agencies to collect on a balance that they knew or should have known was under dispute and subject to an internal investigation by their frauds team. USBANK refused to discuss the matter with me, and I had to deal with their internal collection department, and they kept referring me to external collection agencies, but the simple fact of the matter is that none of these agencies had ever sent me a docket letter also known as a XXXX Letter. If there should have been properly served, which it was not. 

WHEREAS : I was never mailed XXXX Letters also known as docket letters I was never aware that the matter was being dealt with by a XXXX  party until I was informed through XXXX. XXXX is not supposed to be used as a intimidation agency they are a boutique credit reporting agency serving the banking industry and their decision-making process. Therefore, they are supposed to deliver accurate information to their subscribers and are supposed to produce and maintain information as regulated by various laws such as Fair Credit Reporting Act and Fair Debt Collection Act ( Title 15 USC ). Called again XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-05
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (TX)

XX/XX/XXXX Subject : Complaint Regarding Inaccurate Late Payment Entry on Credit Report Dear CFPB, I am writing to file a formal complaint against Equifax regarding an inaccurate late payment entry on my credit report that has not been resolved despite my attempts to rectify the issue. 

Account Information : Creditor 's Name : XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account Number : XXXX Dates of Late Payments : XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX Nature of Complaint : I submitted a dispute to Equifax disputing a late payment reported by XXXX XXXX  XXXX. I referenced the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681i ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ) ( 15 U.S. Code 1637 ( b ) ) in my dispute, explaining that the reported late payment was inaccurate for the following reasons : The payment history reflects several late payments, including 30, 60, and 90, 120-day delinquencies. However, I have provided evidence showing timely payments for all months in question. This includes bank statements and transaction confirmations for the payment due, which were made on time, but incorrectly marked as late. Additionally, subsequent months were marked late due to this erroneous initial marking, despite no further delinquencies.

Evidence, such as transaction logs and confirmation numbers, was submitted in each dispute, proving that my payments were received within the agreed-upon grace period, but this has not been rectified by any of the credit reporting agencies.

Furthermore, these discrepancies have negatively impacted my credit score, creating significant financial stress and impacting my ability to access credit at favorable rates.

Despite providing this information and adhering to the dispute process within the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Equifax has failed to resolve this matter satisfactorily or remove the inaccurate late payment from my credit report.

As a consumer, I have rights under the FCRA and TILA, including the right to accurate credit reporting. The continued presence of this inaccurate information is negatively impacting my credit score and financial well-being.

Requested Resolution : I kindly request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau investigate this matter and take appropriate action to ensure that credit reporting agencies adhere to the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the Truth in Lending Act. 

Thank you for your attention to this important matter. I look forward to your prompt response regarding the investigation of my complaint. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-05
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. (PA)

I recently conducted a review of my credit report and found several items that have caused me significant distress. These items appear to be unverifiable, inaccurate, and questionable. Your agency has failed to ensure the accuracy of the information as required under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) Accuracy of Reports. This statute mandates that consumer reporting agencies must follow reasonable procedures to ensure the maximum possible accuracy of the information they report. 

Furthermore, under 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Treatment of Inaccurate or Unverifiable Information, you are required to promptly delete or modify any information found to be inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable during a reinvestigation. If you are unable to provide me with verifiable proof of the accuracy of the disputed items within 15 days of your investigation, these accounts and the related information must be removed from my credit report. 

Additionally, under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I do not recognize any of the alleged creditors or debt XXXX. I have never entered into a valid contract with any of these entities, nor have I engaged in any transactions with them. As such, these accounts are fraudulent and may be the result of identity theft or other illegal activities. Attempting to enforce these fraudulent accounts is unlawful. I request that you expedite your investigation to prevent further harm, losses, or damages that I may suffer as a victim of identity theft. 

Moreover, under the Fair Credit Billing Act, my right to privacy has been violated, and this breach infringes upon my rights as outlined in The Privacy Act of 1974. Removing the inaccurate and fraudulent information from my credit report will help restore my privacy and prevent further violations.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-21
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, FL XXXX XXXX Re : Request for Removal of Charge-Off Account Account : XXXX  Account Number : [ XXXX ] Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to formally dispute the accuracy of the information being reported on my credit report under the account listed above. Pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 USC 1681 et seq., I am exercising my rights under federal law to challenge the validity and completeness of this account 's reporting.

Under Section 15 USC 1681i ( 7 ), credit reporting agencies are obligated to provide a detailed description of the investigation they conduct within 15 days of receiving a consumer 's dispute. Therefore, I request that you initiate a thorough investigation into this account 's history and provide me with the following information : 1. The Original Creditor 's Verification : Please verify the accuracy of the reported information with the original creditor, including the date of first delinquency and the accuracy of the balance owed. 
2. The Date of First Delinquency : According to my records, the date of first delinquency and subsequent charge-off may have been reported inaccurately. Please confirm this date, as it is critical in determining the reporting period.

3. Verification of Account Status : The current status of this account appears inconsistent across the various credit reporting agencies. Specifically : o TransUnion reports the account as Charged off as bad debt with a derogatory rating and mentions Dispute resolved ; customer disagrees. 
o XXXX reports Subscriber reports dispute resolved - consumer disagrees, noting an unpaid balance reported as a loss. 
o XXXX lists the account as Amount in high credit original charge-off amount and mentions Consumer disputes after resolution.

4. Inconsistent Payment Histories : The payment history reported by TransUnion, XXXX, and XXXX varies significantly, reflecting discrepancies that cast doubt on the accuracy of the account information. 
Given these inconsistencies, I believe that this charge-off account may not be reported accurately or in full compliance with the FCRA. Therefore, I am requesting that this account be removed from my credit report immediately, or that you provide conclusive evidence to support the continued reporting of this account.

If you are unable to verify the accuracy of this account, I expect you to remove it from my credit report within the legally mandated 30-day period. Additionally, please provide me with a copy of the detailed investigation report as required by Section 15 USC 1681i ( 7 ).

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to receiving confirmation of your receipt of this dispute and the results of your investigation. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : XX/XX/1985 SSN : XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-05
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (SC)

This is XXXX XXXX XXXX please do not deny my complaint by stating that I filed this by some other means than myself. This is done 100 % by me. 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 2023-06-05
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. (GA)

I recently submitted a request for reinvestigation of the disputed account, which you claimed was verified. Since I believed you didnt properly investigate my dispute, I contact the data furnisher on the previous month via certified mail. They were responding proving to me that I was correct. Your records show that it was incorrect. Since your investigation was done improperly, I need you to update the account from my file. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00}
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-18
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. (MD)

A month ago, I submitted a complaint to these Bureaus, but the incorrect information on my report is still there. I haven't heard back from them, aside from your notification that the company has replied to my complaint. How can I trust that they've properly investigated the inaccuracies? What steps did they take to verify the accounts? This entire situation is really frustrating, especially since it's been over 30 days since I filed my complaint.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (SC)

I am a victim of XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX I have made the company aware of this there are a multitude of accounts on my consumer file as a result of this. per the law they should be removed after I supply proof of who I am as well as a victim determination letter according to 1022.142 ( b ) ( 6 )
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-05
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

This is XXXX XXXX please do not deny my complaint by stating that I filed this by some other means than myself. This is done 100 % by me. 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.