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Consumer complaint received 2023-03-23
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: FAIR COLLECTIONS & OUTSOURCING, INC. (DC)

I disputed a debt with my former landlord, XXXX, for breaking my lease in XX/XX/XXXX. They overcharged me and refused to comply with DC Law governing their duty to mitigate damages. They refused to let me speak to anyone with more knowledge of the law than a sales associate and refused to negotiate. In XXXX, they reached out to me again. I again asked to speak with their lawyer and they refused. After a few months of silence, I did get a letter from their lawyer. I discussed with him how they had not complied with DC Law and he said they would now negotiate. Instead of negotiating, they sent the full debt to a debt collection company, Fair Collections and Outsourcing ( FCO ). I informed FCO that the debt was inflated and inaccurate. They sent me my lease back and I informed them how XXXX had not complied with the law to inflate the amount owed. I provided them evidence and said I would be happy to settle the undisputed portions of the debt. Instead of negotiating, they reported the full debt as owed to the three credit reporting agencies. I would note that they could have sued me at any time, but they chose to avoid a venue where their debt would be reduced and they would be forced to negotiate.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-18
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. (GA)

My account with those creditors 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 those account 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 2024-09-18
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. (OH)

Dear XXXX Customer Operations & Others, Your recent response in regards to Account Number : XXXX, including the payment history and verification, fails to address the core issue of inaccurate credit reporting and provides no sufficient proof to support the negative marks on my credit report. Despite your attempts to justify this, it is clear that your reporting of late payments for the months of XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/year> is inaccurate, misleading, and violates FCRA 1681s-2 ( b ).

Key Issues with Your Documentation : The payment history you provided shows that payments were not made on time due to your failure to act within the 90-day grace period, and the fact that these payments were " made by XXXX with account closure '' only proves your negligence in handling the account. This is a misrepresentation of the facts that has directly impacted my credit standing. 
Your statement regarding payment reminders being sent to my email does not constitute verifiable proof of delinquency. Simply sending reminders does not meet the legal requirements for accurate credit reporting under FCRA 1681e ( b ), which mandates the highest level of accuracy.

Reporting late payments when you closed the account and made payments on my behalf is not only misleading but also potentially fraudulent and a clear violation of federal law. 
Demands : Given your continued failure to address this issue with valid proof or a legitimate explanation, I demand the following actions be taken immediately : Immediate Removal : You must immediately remove all negative and inaccurate information regarding my XXXX Credit Builder Loan from all credit reporting agencies ( TransUnion, XXXX, etc. ). Your documentation does not support the claim of delinquency, and continued reporting is in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 

Cease Reporting : Until this matter is fully resolved, you are required to cease all reporting of this account to the credit bureaus. Failure to do so will be considered willful noncompliance and further damage my credit profile unlawfully. 

Legal Consequences : Your failure to act within 7 Days of receiving this email will result in immediate escalation. I am prepared to take the following steps : Initiate legal action for damages caused by this inaccurate reporting, seeking remedies under FCRA 1681n and 1681o, including statutory damages, punitive damages, attorney 's fees, and other associated costs. 

Conclusion : This is your final notice before I escalate this matter through legal channels. Your documentation is inadequate, and your reporting is in violation of federal law. I expect a full written confirmation of the removal of this inaccurate information from all credit bureaus within 7 days, or I will proceed with legal action without further communication.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-18
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)

As someone who has consistently adhered to payment deadlines, it is troubling to discover an error suggesting a late payment on my account. This mistake is causing undue stress, and I urge you to promptly correct it by ensuring my records are updated accordingly.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-18
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (IL)

I am writing to formally request the removal of several unauthorized accounts and inquiries from my credit report. These accounts and inquiries are not associated with me, and I did not authorize their inclusion on my report. The presence of these inaccuracies is the result of a data breach that has adversely affected my credit standing, leading to a significant drop in my FICO score. 

The inclusion of these unauthorized accounts and inquiries has caused considerable stress and concern regarding my financial well-being. It is imperative that my credit report accurately reflects my financial history and activities. Therefore, I request an immediate investigation into these inaccuracies and the prompt removal of all unauthorized accounts and inquiries.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-18
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)

I kindly ask for the removal of this inaccurate account from my credit report, as it is not associated with me and I did not authorize its creation. Attached are the necessary documentation to support my position. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and your efforts to correct this issue by removing the account from my credit report. Your swift response to this concern is greatly appreciated.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-18
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. (LA)

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

To Whom It May Concern, Please consider this letter a formal dispute of the alleged debt pursuant to the FDCPA, 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( b ). I also request verification, validation, and the name and address of the original creditor pursuant to 15 U.S. C. 1692g ( b ). According to, 15 U.S. Code 1681 The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system. Under, 15 U.S Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports ( a ) IN GENERAL Subject to subsection ( c ) any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report und the following circumstances and no other : ( 2 ) In accordance with the WRITTEN INSTRUCTION of the consumer to whom it relates. I NEVER gave any consumer reporting agency WRITTEN CONSENT to report anything on my consumer report which violates my rights as a federal protected consumer. NO CONSENT IS IDENTITY THEFT. As a consumer I am demanding the deletion of the accounts listed IMMEDIATELY.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-18
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. (CA)

My name is XXXX XXXX l, and I am writing to dispute fraudulent inquiries that appear in my credit report. Recently reviewing my credit report, I discovered fraudulent inquiries that I did not initiate. In this matter I create an account and filled out an Identity theft report. ( FTC report number is XXXX ). 
The details of the fraudulent inquiries are as follows : XXXX XXXX XXXX  Inquiry : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2019-12-21
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

I sent dispute letters for the inaccurate accounts to be removed from my credit report on XX/XX/2019,  XXXX2019,XXXX/2019, XXXX/XXXX/2019 and XXXX/XXXX/2019. However they never sent me documents to show me how they verified the accounts but per " XXXX XXXX. XXXX '' and it should have been deleted per Section XXXX XXXX a ) ( XXXX XXXX ( A ) ( i ). I also sent a letter with Section XXXX XXXX a ) ( XXXX ) ( A ) to show me the physical documents and they have not.
Consumer complaint received 2019-11-27
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (OH)

I have some major issues and major errors on my credit report that I need addressed immediately. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX. My SS is XXXX. My DOB is XX/XX/XXXXPlease remove delete ANY OTHER name and SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS. the following addresses are not accurate please delete them : XXXX XXXX PL XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, MA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX PL # XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-18
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (WA)

As per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) the document needed and a letter from an advocacy group helping me due to XXXX XXXX debt XXXX, which falls under XXXX  according to XXXX-Debt Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ). I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within four business days, pursuant to section 605c of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I am a victim of XXXX XXXX of XXXX XXXX and would like for all listed accounts to be blocked and deleted company informationTransunion. Please delete the following accounts. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was paid
Company: Security Credit Services, LLC (TX)

I am writing to bring attention to a concerning matter concerning my credit file. I have observed the presence of a collection entry from your agency, which has caught my attention as I was not previously informed about this collection. Furthermore, I hold serious doubts about the accuracy of the debt being claimed. As per the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, I have the right to request validation of the debt. Thus, I kindly request that you provide me with the required validation and take appropriate actions to address this issue.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-04
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (FL)

I am writing to express my extreme dissatisfaction and concern regarding the unresolved status of my previous dispute about unauthorized inquiries on my credit report, which I submitted on XX/XX/XXXX and followed up on XX/XX/XXXX. This is my final attempt to resolve this matter amicably. I demand an immediate resolution in accordance with my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically sections 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ), 609 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681g ), and 604 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681b ).

Unauthorized Inquiries XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX Section 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ) requires an immediate investigation of disputed information. It has been more than 30 days since my initial dispute, and I have yet to receive an adequate resolution, which is unacceptable.

Section 609 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681g ) entitles me to access all information in my file, including the results of your investigation. To date, I have not received the required information, which constitutes a violation of my rights.

Section 604 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681b ) defines the permissible purposes for obtaining credit reports. These inquiries were made without my consent and do not meet any permissible purpose under this section, representing a serious infraction.

Immediate Action Required I demand immediate action to resolve this dispute. Specifically, I request the following : 1. Thorough and Immediate Reinvestigation : Conduct a complete and urgent reinvestigation of the unauthorized inquiries.

2. Immediate Removal of Unauthorized Inquiries : Remove any inquiries found to be unauthorized from my credit report without delay.

3. Updated Credit Report : Provide me with an updated copy of my credit report reflecting these changes immediately.

4. Detailed and Documented Notification : Inform me in detail of the steps taken and the results of your investigation within 15 days of receipt of this letter. Include documentation supporting your actions.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-24
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (OH)

My accounts was never late! I have had exceptional payment history with XXXX XXXXXXXX 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 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 2024-09-13
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. (FL)

Equifax didnt investigate my dispute because they stated that this account which is a collection from XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX is not reporting on XXXX fico  credit report. They stated on the complaint response that this account is not reporting but was updated on my credo report the next day on XX/XX/year>.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-24
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 accounts, 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 are fraudulent accounts though your company claims to have verified these. Depending solely on your flawed XXXX  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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX, Equifax, et al, 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 XXXX in question. Sending out a generic form letter through the XXXX  system that does not even contain my reasons for the dispute is by no ones measure reasonable. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-13
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. (GA)

I sent a letter regarding the errors and unfamiliar entries on my credit report, but sadly, I haven't heard back in over 30 days. It seems like my concerns are being overlooked, and I feel taken advantage of. As per Section 611 ( a ), if these issues aren't investigated within 30 days, they should be removed from my credit report without delay. I might need to pursue legal action because of the XXXX  this situation has put me under.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-13
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Problem canceling credit monitoring or identify theft protection service
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (TX)

Identity Theft my personal information, and credit card information was stolen. Suspects used my credit card and ran up the balance to over {$700000.00}. This was due the the movement from my previous address to another address. In the process of thr move some time later, my credit union maile dth credit card to my previous address Well, after 6 months after I had already moved. Card was compromized and the address was changed to address of XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX. The address reflected changed on my credit report. a address that I ave never lived at infact I never lived in XXXX in my life Filed Police report with the city of XXXX, Police Dept, report # XXXX for Identity Theft/ raud