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Consumer complaint received 2024-09-02
Product: Debt or credit management — Debt settlement
Issue: Charged upfront or unexpected fees — 
Company: Consumer Credit Counseling Foundation, Inc. (CA)

On XX/XX/XXXX, I called XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX asked me for my social security number to access my credit report to see what accounts I needed most help on, he then proceeded to ask for my bank account number and Direct Deposit number. After that he then said he was able to lower my interest rates on two of my credit cards, then at the end he said theres a service fee that he didnt not mention in the beginning. The Website says that its a free consultation. They charged me XXXX dollars. 
When I received an email from XXXX to register with a link, I click it and it took me to a Caution page, saying that that page was impersonating Customer Credit Counseling Foundation. Im going to call my bank and asked for a new debit card, and I paused my card at the moment. What else can I do?. Is my identity stolen, I need help please, Im a single mom that is just trying to get through life.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-16
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (TX)

My account with EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX was never late! I have had exceptional payment history with XXXX  XXXX 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 to be 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. 


EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX 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 2024-08-30
Product: Debt collection — Rental debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: National Credit Systems,Inc. (TX)

I am a victim of identity theft. As a result of the identity theft various accounts and even a lease was signed in my name without my knowledge or approval. I did not apply for or sign the lease in question or the application in question and have now attached the OFFICIAL copy of the police report for this issue. Additionally, I request no communication about this issue from debt collectors over the phone. Any communication from the debt collector to me should be in writing only and never over the phone.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-03
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (GA)

XXXX XXXX XXXX of Birth : XX/XX/XXXX Current and Only Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Unit XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX To : Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) Dear Sir/Madam, I, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : XXXX ), am formally submitting this letter to dispute the account below as it does not belong to me. I have no knowledge of this debt, and I did not authorize this account to be reported on my credit report. 

Despite multiple previous attempts to resolve this matter, I have yet to receive any communication or validation of this account from the credit reporting agencies or the collection agency in question. Therefore, I am demanding immediate deletion of this inaccurate account from my credit report. 

Account Information : Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Type : Collection Balance : {$1100.00} Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Date Last Reported : XX/XX/XXXX Payment Status : Collection/Chargeoff I am requesting a full validation of this account under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), Section 809 ( 15 U.S.C. 1692g ), which requires you to provide me with validation of this debt within 30 days. If you can not provide valid proof, this account must be permanently deleted from my credit report. 

Additionally, under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Section 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ), I am demanding that this account be thoroughly investigated. Since I do not have any debt with the original creditor, XXXX XXXX, the presence of this account is a clear violation of my rights under the FCRA, which protects consumers against the reporting of inaccurate or unverifiable information. 

Please confirm receipt of this letter and provide documentation proving the existence and ownership of this debt. If no valid proof is provided, the law mandates the immediate removal of this account from my credit reports with all credit bureaus. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-01
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)

15 USC 6802 which states '' It is the policy of the FCRA that each financial institution has an affirmative and continuing obligation to respect the privacy of its customers and to protect the security and confidentiality of those customers nonpublic personal information. '' ( Furnisher of information to credit agencies ) is a financial institution by definition under that title. 15 USC 1681 section 604 a section 2 states that " In general Subject to subsection ( c ), any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : in accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. '' ( Furnisher of information to credit agencies ) The reporting agencies do not have my consent to furnish this information and they surely do not have my written consent. Any and all consent, whether it be verbal, non-verbal, written, implied or otherwise is revoked. 15 USC 6802 ( b ) ( c ) states that " A financial institution may not disclose nonpublic personal information to a nonaffiliated third party unless the consumer is given an explanation of how the consumer can exercise that nondisclosure option. '' ( Furnisher of information to credit agencies ) Never informed me of my right to exercise my nondisclosure option. Not only that 15 USC 1681C ( a ) ( 5 ) states '' Except as authorized under subsection ( b ), 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. '' This account is an adverse item they are reporting again without my permission which is against the law. 15 U.S. Code 1681s2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A states " 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. 15 U.S. Code 1681e states '' Every consumer reporting agency shall maintain reasonable procedures designed to avoid violations of section 1681c of this title and to limit the furnishing of consumer reports to the purposes listed under section 1681b of this title. I request that late payments and/or XXXX XXXX XXXX account be deleted and removed. You continue to violate my rights under the United States Constitution. There are FCRA law put in place to protect consumers against bullies like this.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-01
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

I am writing to formally lodge a complaint against Equifax for inaccurately reporting late payments on my XXXX XXXX account ( Account Number : XXXX ) for XXXX and XX/XX/2024. Despite my timely payments, this erroneous information continues to appear on my credit report. This is my third complaint regarding this issue. 

I have consistently paid this account on time, and there is no justification for these late payment reports. Despite my previous disputes and requests for correction, XXXX has failed to rectify this error. 

The false reporting of late payments has adversely affected my credit score and caused me significant distress. Equifax continued failure to correct this mistake is unacceptable and in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

I urge the CFPB to investigate this matter urgently and ensure that Equifax corrects my credit report to reflect my on-time payments. This issue must be resolved immediately to prevent further damage to my financial standing. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09
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. (NJ)

I appreciate your assistance in removing part of the fraudulent information from my credit file, but there are still unresolved items that should be removed. Under FCRA Section 605, you are required to remove any inaccurate records. I have already provided this documentation in a previous letter, and I am including it again. My attorney is fully aware of the situation and is ready to hold you accountable for your ongoing non-compliance. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX DIP XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NJ XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, PA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX, PA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, NJ XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, PA XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$790.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$200.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$830.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$450.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-15
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. (TX)

I did an investigation on my credit report which caused XXXX  XXXX upon me and found unverifiable, invalidated, inaccurate, and questionable items that your agency didn't make sure it was reporting 100 % correct. 

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, everything has to be 100 % accurate on my credit report and under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) and 15 U.S.Code 1681i ( 5 ) these accounts are in violation of not reporting 100 % accurate.
Consumer complaint received 2023-07-26
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. (NY)

Im submitting a complaint to you today to inform you I was the victim of identity theft. I researched on how to remove the fraudulent items in my report and found that I need to visit FEDERAL TRADE COMMISION or https : //www.ftc.gov to file a identity theft report and Per FCRA section 605b Credit Reporting Agencies are required to remove and block any items listed on an id theft report. Please find the ATTACHED documents to assist in the blocking of the erroneous information which is being posted to my report. Here is the list of items which do not belong to me or were opened without my permission : 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 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 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. According to FCRA Section 605B ( a ) the CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES shall block any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt.
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. (MA)

XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  TransUnion XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  RE : XXXX  Block Request Dear Sir or Madam : I am a victim of XXXX The information listed below, which appears on my TransUnion credit report, is the result of that 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 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 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 XXXXXX/XX/XXXX I have attached a copy of my SSN card, Valid ID, and a copy of signed self attestation form to prove I am human who have been a victim of XXXX  so I do not need TransUnion to say or write me and say they could not verify me or my account. 
Please block this information from my TransUnion credit report within four business days, pursuant to section 605C of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Section 605C ( b ) states that consumer reporting agencies can not provide consumer reports with adverse information about consumers who have been victims of XXXX XXXX  or XXXX XXXX  if the consumer has provided documentation of XXXX  to the agency. I have attached documentation of my self attestation to you TRANSUNION Survivors do not need to provide additional evidence to prove their connection to XXXX, beyond self-attestation. 
Please send me notification of the actions taken. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-02
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (GA)

I AM SUBMITTING THIS WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE AND THIS IS NOT A THIRD PARTY. THE CREDIT BUREAUS STATED MY ACC WAS PROPERLY INVESTIGATED BUT HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE IF THE OPEN DATE IS INACCURATE, THE DATE LAST ACTIVE IS INACCURATE, AND THE DATE LAST REPORTED IS NOT ACCURATE? THIS GROUND FOR REMOVAL, THEY ALSO VIOLATED MY RIGHTS UNDER 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 602 A. STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY. 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 604 SECTION 2. IT ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CAN NOT FURNISH AN ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED LETTERS.
Consumer complaint received 2023-01-19
Product: Credit card or prepaid card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement — Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement
Company: U.S. BANCORP (MA)

On XX/XX/XXXX at XXXX pm I used a XXXX XXXX XXXX a.t.m. I then proceeded to withdraw {$920.00} cash using my US Bank debit card. The a.t.m. opened up to release the funds and wouldn't let go, I struggled to pull but failed due to door shutting up my fingers, I did manage to take {$20.00}. I then parked and waited for over an hour contacting both banks. I filed a claim with both banks, and both came back with no error had occurred.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-08
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. (TX)

Recently I did an investigation on my credit report and found several items on there to be inaccurate. 

Under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) Accuracy of report Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report, it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure the maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates.

15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In general if, after any reinvestigation under paragraph ( 1 ) of any information disputed by a consumer, an item of the information is found to be inaccurate or incomplete or can not be verified, the consumer reporting agency shall-i ) promptly delete that item of information from the file of the consumer, or modify that item of information, as appropriate, based on the results of the reinvestigation; and ( ii ) promptly notify the furnisher of that information that the information has been modified or deleted from the file of the consumer.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-08
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (GA)

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 2023-04-12
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

There is an item on my credit report from XXXX XXXX XXXX stating that I owe {$940.00}. When I reported it to Transunion they said that they had to contact the company to verify if I owed the debt. When I researched it online, I found lots of complaints for this company in which they claim that people have $ XXXX {$1000.00} worth of unpaid magazine subscriptions. I have not had any magazine subscriptions in years and never in that amount. Further research stated that I should report it to the FTC which referred me to you. I do not owe any magazine subscriptions and I do not want this fraud on my credit report! XXXX XXXX XXXX shows as XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX CA XXXX.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-08
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (TX)

I need your assistance with this incorrect account showing up on my credit report. This issue has severely impacted my reputation, and Im asking for your help. Your mishandling of my credit report has brought me to a difficult situation, and the incorrect information has caused significant harm to my reputation. It's essential that you remove these mistakes so I can peacefully live with my family.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-08
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (DC)

I need your assistance with this incorrect account showing up on my credit report. This issue has severely impacted my reputation, and Im asking for your help. Your mishandling of my credit report has brought me to a difficult situation, and the incorrect information has caused significant harm to my reputation. It's essential that you remove these mistakes so I can peacefully live with my family.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-08
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (DC)

I require your help to address this incorrect account on my credit report. This has negatively affected my reputation, and Im counting on your support. Your improper management of my credit report has left me in a dire situation, and the inaccurate details have ruined my reputation. Its vital that you fix these issues so I can continue living with my family.