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Consumer complaint received 2023-10-03
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (FL)

I checked my credit report and found that some of the data were incorrect. The three credit bureaus are required by Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) to verify these items ( A ). It is not permitted to report these items as unverified information without giving any supporting documentation within the legally permitted time frame. My credit report lists the following issues as needing investigation and deletion due to inaccurate reporting in my file. 
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Consumer complaint received 2023-10-03
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. (SC)

This is my NUMEROUS request that I have been a victim of identity theft and that no one seems to care, that I want to dispute specific records in my credit file that do not belong to me, or that I have signed any agreement. The items I'm challenging have nothing to do with any transactions I've done or authorized to gain products, services, or money. Please remove the following items : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2024-07-17
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NY)

MY NAME IS XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ADDRESS XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year> GOOD DAY I have recently disputed this account it was updated I REQUEST THIS FRAUDULENT ACCOUNT TO BE DELETED ACCOUNT NAME SELF XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 15 U.S. Code 16815-2- Responsibilities of furnishers of information to consumer reporting agencies 15 U.S. Code 1681c2 - Block of information resulting from identity theft 15 U.S. Code 1692e - False or misleading representations 15 USC 1681 I ( 7 ) - METHOD OF VERIFICATION 15 USC 1681B - PERMISSIBLE PURPOSE Identity theft laws under 18 U.S.C. 1028 makes it a crime to misuse someone's identifying information, whether personal or financial. Personal identifying information can include social security numbers, driver 's license number, credit card or bank account information, and PIN numbers obtained through the internet. 

DUE THAT FACT IS CLAIMED AS FRAUD FROM A FEDERALLY PROTECTED CONSUMER IT MUST BE REMOVED FROM CONSUMERS REPORT ACCORDING TO " FAIR CARES ACT '' ANYTHING A CONSUMER REPORTS AS FRAUD MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSUMERS CONSUMERS REPORT WITH IN 4 BUSINESS DAYS OF FRAUD RECEIPT IT HAS BEEN ALMOST BASICALLY 30 days CREDIT BUREAUS XXXX XXXX BANK IS IN VIOLATION OF THE FAIR CARES ACT LAW. This account was NEVER opened by me Iam a FEDERALLY PROTECTED CONSUMER of the USA as a consumer I demand this account to be DELETED PERMANENTLY ASAP. I have already made an identity theft claim thank you.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-17
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NE)

I am writing to express my concern regarding the disputed accounts on my credit report. Multiple times, I have raised the issue of inaccuracies in these accounts, and have consistently requested that they be thoroughly investigated. Despite my efforts, I have yet to receive any resolution or corrective action. These erroneous accounts are severely damaging my credit file and hindering my ability to live a normal life. The negative effects of these inaccuracies have caused immense hardships for me, and I am left with no choice but to plead for your assistance in rectifying this situation as soon as possible. I kindly request that you conduct a thorough investigation into the reporting of each of these disputed accounts. It is imperative that the necessary steps are taken to update and rectify my credit report without any further delay. With your help, I hope to restore the accuracy and integrity of my credit file so that I may regain control over my financial well-being. I sincerely urge you to give this matter your utmost attention and take swift action. Your cooperation and support in resolving this issue promptly would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your understanding and assistance.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-17
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (TX)

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681.

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-17
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. (TX)

In accordance with Section 392.101 of the Finance Code, a third party debt collector or credit bureau may not engage in debt collection unless the entity has filed a {$10000.00} surety bond with the state. The bond must be issued by a surety company authorized to do business in Texas. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX is not licensed to collect debt in the state of Texas.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-17
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. (SC)

The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX has violated my rights. 

I looked at my credit report on XX/XX/year> and noticed some things are incomplete and not accurate. And according to the fair credit reporting act Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates according to 15 USC 1681 ( e ) ( b ).

And according to 15 USC 1681 5 they are suppose to do this ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In generallf, 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.

and according to 15 USC 1681s-2 they are suppose to 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 incorrect.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-17
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 ( XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, XXXX ) 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 ( MONTHS REPORTING LATE ) 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. 


( XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2024-07-17
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. (NM)

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy. 

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years. 

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.
Consumer complaint received 2023-11-20
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (MS)

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

XXXX  XXXX XXXX  # XXXX, XXXX XXXX  XXXX, XXXX # XXXX 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 an account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-17
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. (NY)

Recently 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 was reporting XXXX XXXX correct. Under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) ( b ) Accuracy of report Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates. I know that Under 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. if you are unable to provide me a copy of verifiable proof within XXXX  days after your investigation, you must remove the accounts and or the information listed below. 

In violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. I do not know any of the alleged creditors and debt collectors. 
I never sat across a table from any of the alleged creditors and debt collectors and never entered into a contract with any receiving a meeting of the minds. No valid contracts exist. All allege contracts are completely fraudulent an the attempt to enforce a fraudulent contract is unlawful due to the contract being created through the illegal activity of identity theft and power of attorney fraud. Please show good faith in this matter by expediting the securing of the alleged information listed on your sight in order to avoid me receiving further injury, damages, and losses due to me being a victim of XXXX XXXX. 

The Fair Billing Practices Act is intended to secure my right to privacy and my privacy has been breach so that's violate my rights under The Privacy Act of 1974 :, I am sure the removal of my information from your website will ensure my privacy rights won't be violated again due to my lack of consent.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-17
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. (FL)

" I reviewed my consumer report and informed your agency on XX/XX/2024 about the items I disputed. Despite this, the issue remains unresolved in a manner that is fair and equitable to me as required by the FCRA. I sent a notice to your agency, including a FTC Identity Theft Report, and also filed a complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau CFPB. With this letter I have also included a FTC Affidavit to further substantiate my claim. 

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

Your agency has clearly refused to follow the law and honor my previous request so I am requesting a reinvestigation and demanding your agency to explain your METHOD OF VERIFICATION in verifying these items, pursuant to the Fair Credit. ''
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-17
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. (IL)

In accordance with the fair credit reporting act XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX credit card account has violated my rights. 15 usc 1681 section 602 states I have the right to privacy. 15 usc 1681 section 604 A section 2 : it also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions. Lastly, 15 usc 1666b A creditor may treat a payment on my credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as for late any purpose.

I called and asked for it to be removed and was told that they no longer can do it and I am responsible to do it myself
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-17
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (GA)

I am writing to express my concern regarding several disputed accounts on my credit report. Despite my repeated efforts to address these inaccuracies, I have not received any resolution or corrective action. These erroneous accounts are severely damaging my credit file and hindering my ability to live a normal life. The negative effects of these inaccuracies have caused immense hardships for me, and I am left with no choice but to plead for your assistance in rectifying this situation as soon as possible. 

I kindly request that you conduct a thorough investigation into the reporting of each of these disputed accounts. It is imperative that the necessary steps are taken to update and rectify my credit report without any further delay. With your help, I hope to restore the accuracy and integrity of my credit file so that I may regain control over my financial well-being. 

I sincerely urge you to give this matter your utmost attention and take swift action. Your cooperation and support in resolving this issue promptly would be greatly appreciated. 

Thank you in advance for your understanding and assistance.
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-03
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)

Despite multiple written requests, the unverified items listed below continue to report on my credit report in violation of federal law. These items must be validated in accordance with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). If you do not validate these items, I will take legal action against you. Please follow the law so that this matter can be resolved as soon as possible. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-17
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. (TX)

" I reviewed my consumer report and informed your agency on XX/XX/year> about the items I disputed. Despite this, the issue remains unresolved in a manner that is fair and equitable to me as required by the FCRA. I sent a notice to your agency, including a FTC Identity Theft Report, and also filed a complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau CFPB. With this letter I have also included a FTC Affidavit to further substantiate my claim. 

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

Your agency has clearly refused to follow the law and honor my previous request so I am requesting a reinvestigation and demanding your agency to explain your METHOD OF VERIFICATION in verifying these items, pursuant to the Fair Credit. ''
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-05
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (CA)

I am writing to address specific issues related to the following open consumer credit accounts : 1. ) XXXX XXXX XXXX, account number : XXXX, reported as 30-59 days late for XX/XX/XXXX. 
XXXX. ) XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, account number : XXXX, reported as 60-89 days late for XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX. 

This letter serves as my second formal communication concerning these matters. I wish to outline my grievances and demands regarding the actions of TransUnion and its affiliates in this regard. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq., my rights to privacy and accurate credit reporting have been compromised. In particular, 15 U.S.C. 1681b ( Section 604 ) stipulates that a consumer reporting agency is prohibited from disclosing information about my account without my explicit, written consent. Moreover, 15 U.S.C. 1666b of the Fair Credit Billing Act mandates that a creditor can not classify a payment as late if it is made in accordance with the agreed-upon billing cycle and terms. Additionally, 15 U.S.C. 6802 of the XXXX XXXX requires that entities maintain rigorous privacy standards regarding the handling and disclosure of personal information. 

It is clear that these statutory protections have not been adhered to in my case. I request an immediate review and correction of the reported information to reflect accurate and compliant reporting. Please address these issues within the next 30 days to avoid further escalation.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-17
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)

On XX/XX/year>, I filed a report of identity theft and fraud to Equifax. My Equifax credit report shows that I have an account with XXXX XXXX  with {$20000.00} of debt. This debt showed up on the credit report on XX/XX/year>. I do not nor have I ever had an account with XXXX XXXX. The fraud is still showing on my report. I called Equifax today, XX/XX/XXXX, and was told my case was closed and no fraud was found because they had contacted XXXX XXXX  and were informed that I do have an account with XXXX XXXX  and the charges are accurate. This is false. I followed up with a call to XXXX XXXX, who confirmed that I do NOT have an account nor any debt with them. This fraudulent account on my report has lowered my credit score over XXXX points so I need this matter to be resolved immediately. All other credit reporting bureaus resolved this issue within less than a week of me reporting it.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-17
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. (CA)

I was a victim of identity theft and I am currently in distress and suffering from XXXX  because of this. I am seeking help on my situation where my credit report reflects an outstanding debt that I know was caused by fraud. I have no idea how the theft took place. I also have no knowledge of any suspects. I did not receive any money, goods, or services as a result of identity theft.