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Consumer complaint received 2023-10-02
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. (PA)

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Pa Equifax, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX To whom it may concern, While checking my most recent credit report, I noticed credit inquiries that I did not authorize, made by the following companies : Inquiries XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX I did not authorize anyone employed by these companies to make any inquiry and view my credit report. This is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Ace Section 1681b ( c ) and a serious breach of my privacy rights. Please validate this information with these companies and provide me with copies of any documentation associated with these accounts bearing my signature, authorizing an inquiry. In the absence of any such documentation bearing my signature, I formally request that these fraudulent inquiries be immediately deleted from the credit file that you maintain under my social security number. Please note that you have 30 days to complete this investigation, as per the Fair Credit Reporting Act section 611. My contact information is as follows : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Pa XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-18
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. (GA)

I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the unavailability of my credit data from your bureau. As a diligent consumer who consistently monitors their credit profile, I am troubled by the recent discovery that vital information seems to be missing from your records. Despite being proactive in managing my finances and ensuring timely payments on all accounts, I have encountered significant hurdles due to the absence of my credit data from your bureau. This has not only caused inconvenience but has also put me in a precarious position, especially concerning recent financial transactions and loan applications. I have made numerous attempts to address this issue through your customer service channels, but regrettably, the resolution process has been slow and ineffective. As a result, I find myself facing unnecessary challenges in accessing essential financial services and opportunities.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-18
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (TX)

I am writing to formally dispute a late payment entry that has appeared on my credit report. The report indicates a late payment in my credit report, which I strongly believe is erroneous and not verified. Throughout my financial history with the financial agencies I am doing business with, I have consistently met all payment deadlines without fail. Therefore, the presence of this late payment is undoubtedly a result of a billing error on the part of the creditor. I request a thorough investigation into this matter to verify the accuracy of the reported late payment and urge for its prompt correction. It is imperative that such inaccuracies are rectified swiftly, as they impact my financial standing and credibility. I have contacted the financial agencies in the last more than 30 days to seek clarification but I got no response because this is erroneously reported for they have provided NO PROOF that there was a REAL late payment. Your immediate attention to this matter is greatly appreciated.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-18
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (AZ)

I filed a dispute for incorrect information on my credit report. I received an email from the credit bureau stating that they are assuming the disputes are coming from a 3rd party. They in fact did not come from a 3rd party. l even called them to verify it was me and they still refused to process my disputes. I wasted money on mailing my disputes out. I sent personal information to verify my identity through mail, just for them to not thoroughly investigate.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-29
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: ID Analytics, Inc. (GA)

This is NOTICE to SageStream to stop administering the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and remove all data from your databases, and stop sharing and receiving non public information with non affiliated XXXX parties ... SageStream LLC does not possess written consent or authorization from XXXX XXXX and is violating the PRIVACY ACT. and Copyright Laws. 

I am the only authorized representative and lawful Executor/Administrator/Representative to the NAME, which is an ASSUMED NAME, XXXX XXXX ( see attached ) SageStream LLC does not possess any Signed Social Security Administration form SSA-89 giving SageStream legal and lawful authority to use and share this non public information. 

See attached fee schedule in the case that SageStream LLC wishes to further engage and do business with XXXX XXXX.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-18
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (GA)

They took the information at face value and did not actually look into the complaint I made. Other Credit Bureaus have removed the erroneous information based on my complaint/request. 

This is NOT a bankruptcy. The action was never filed and no action was processed by the XXXX XXXX XXXX at all. The matter was withdrawn without action. However Experian is did no actual investigation into what actually took place. 

This record needs to be removed by Experian as other Credit Reporting peers have done. 

Report Number XXXX Date Generated XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  # XXXX .... 

Status : Remains The company that reported the information has certified to Experian that the information is accurate. This item was not changed as a result of our processing of your dispute. Please review your report for the details.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-18
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. (GA)

XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX, VA XXXX **Subject : Dispute of Unauthorized Credit Inquiry** Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to formally dispute an unauthorized credit inquiry that was made on my credit report by XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX The inquiry, which appears to have occurred without my explicit consent, has adversely affected my credit score and caused me significant concern. 

As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am entitled to dispute any inaccurate or unauthorized information on my credit report. Specifically, I believe that the inquiry in question was not authorized by me, and I am requesting that it be removed from my credit report immediately. 

**Details of the Unauthorized Inquiry : ** - **Date of Inquiry : ** XX/XX/year> - **Name of Creditor : ** XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  via Dealer - **My Full Name : ** XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ** XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX I kindly request that you : 1. Investigate this matter and provide documentation proving that I authorized this inquiry.

2. If you can not provide such documentation, promptly remove the unauthorized inquiry from my credit report.

3. Provide written confirmation of the removal of this inquiry and any correction made to my credit report.

Enclosed with this letter, I have included a copy of my credit report highlighting the disputed inquiry, and a copy of my identification.

I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and look forward to receiving a response within 30 days of your receipt of this letter. Should you need any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at ( XXXX ) XXXX. 

Thank you for your cooperation, integrity, and diligence. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX [ Enclosures : Copy of Credit Report, Copy of ID ]
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-18
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 clearly did not give your agency written authorization or written instructions to report this information. Your agency is conspiring with these creditors against me in committing aggravated identity theft and I have sustained defamation of my character, just to name a couple damages should this matter escalate to court. I am distressed that you have included the information below in my consumer file and that you have failed to maintain reasonable procedures in your operations to assure maximum possible accuracy in the credit reports you publish, which is a violation of The Fair Credit Reporting Acts compliance procedures section, 15 USC 1681e ( b ). I contacted the Federal Trade Commission and filed a complaint which is attached. Please block and remove all information from my credit report and send me an updated copy of my credit report. By law, the items listed above are a result of fraud that I did not authorize. The Fair Credit Reporting Acts Block of Information section, 15 USC 1681c-2 "
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-18
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 was utterly shocked and devastated upon discovering unauthorized credit inquiries made without my knowledge or consent. Despite my efforts to seek clarification from the creditors, they have shamefully failed to provide the necessary information. I demand immediate action and transparency from the creditors. The creditors must provide detailed information on each inquiry, including dates, purposes, and types of credit products involved, furnish relevant application documents, present evidence of explicit authorization for each inquiry, disclose all communication exchanged, share internal records, confirm identity verification measures, and demonstrate compliance with relevant laws.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-18
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 have provided all XXXX pieces of information and expect these listed accounts to be deleted and blocked within XXXX business days of your receipt of this notice ; otherwise, you are in violation of my rights under the FCRA once again! If you do not initiate an investigation regarding my dispute and delete this information within XXXX business days of receiving this notice per 15 USC 1681c-2, as is my right under the FCRA, I will have to take legal action to protect my credit rating and myself. Each violation of the FCRA allows for damages of {$1000.00} should this matter be brought to court. 15 U.S. Code 1681n ( a ) ( XXXX ) ( A ) essentially states that if a person willfully violates any requirement of the FCRA with respect to a consumer, they are liable to that consumer for any actual damages suffered as a result. If actual damages can not be determined, the consumer can still receive statutory damages ranging from {$100.00} to {$1000.00}. This provision ensures that consumers are protected and have recourse if their rights under the FCRA are willfully violated.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-18
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. (NY)

I have submitted multiple disputes regarding these accounts that is reporting inaccurately on my credit report. I have also submitted multiple reports regarding the account that needs to be updated. 

These companies have refused to do work on disputes even though they're required by the law to do so. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-18
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. (NV)

My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-18
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. (NY)

Under 15 USC 1681i ( a ) ( XXXX ) ( A ) subject to subsection ( f ) and except as provided in subsection ( g ), If the completeness or accuracy of any item of information contained in a consumer 's file at a consumer reporting agency is disputed by the consumer and the consumer notifies the agency directly or indirectly through a reseller, of such dispute, the agency shall, free of charge, conduct a reasonable reinvestigation to determine whether the disputed information is inaccurate and record the current status of the disputed information, or delete the item from the file in accordance with paragraph ( XXXX ), before the end of the XXXX period beginning on the date on which the agency receives the notice of the dispute from the consumer or reseller. 

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Consumer complaint received 2024-06-18
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (NY)

I respectfully request that you conduct a thorough investigation into these discrepancies and take prompt action to correct the inaccuracies on my credit report. Furthermore, I kindly ask for written confirmation once the necessary corrections have been made.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-19
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 did not approve these transactions to be included in my consumer report, neither in writing nor verbally. Therefore, I formally request that these accounts be blocked and removed from my record. This is not a mistake or a misrepresentation. These transactions were included without my explicit consent or instruction. 

I am stressing this to highlight the seriousness of my request. It is based on accurate information, and I am not attempting to deceive or manipulate the situation in any way. My intent is solely to ensure that my consumer report reflects only those transactions that I have authorized. I am committed to maintaining the integrity of my financial records and ensuring that they are accurate and truthful. My request is genuine and aimed at correcting an unauthorized inclusion, not at exploiting any system or misleading any party involved.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-19
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (NV)

I want to make it clear that I didn't give written permission for these specific transactions to be included in my consumer report. So, I'm formally asking for these accounts to be blocked and removed. It's important to stress that this request is not a mistake, and it's not based on any false information regarding why I want these transactions blocked.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-19
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC. (SC)

I was out bar hopping one night XX/XX/year> when I misplaced my wallet I did not notice until days later I missed placed my wallet. With that happening my card was used to make unauthorized purchases in store.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-19
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. (NY)

To whom this may concern, It my with great pleasure I want to inform you that You violated my right as a consumers! Please be awaare that ONLY fair and accurate reporting is necessary for the financial system to function! When you reports inaccurate and unfair credit reporting information, it undermines the public confidence pursuant to 15 USC 1681 ( 1 ). 

Please be adviised that YOU have assume a vital role in evaluating my Credit report, you have also make sure that you respect my right to privacy! Since I resarve the right to privacy you shall not report any transactions or experience between myself and the person making the report at XXXX The only way communication ammounts other with common ownership it must be clearly and CONSPICOUSLY disclosed to me. Youre reporting information on without no proof or investiigation prior to these items being reported on my credit report.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-19
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. (TX)

I'm writing to voice my worries about a few problems I've had with the credit bureau. These problems include false account listings, multiple unauthorized inquiries, faulty credit reporting, billing irregularities, and accounts that are not mine.
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-16
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 — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

I reached out to TransUnion Consumer Agency on XX/XX/XXXX about some inaccurate reporting that had been reporting on my consumer report, One of the disputes were the fraudulent inquiries that had been reported on my consumer report, Every inquirer that is not tied to an account is not authorized by me and did not sign for ( XXXX XXXX, and XXXX ) and unlawful Late Payment Reporting Cornell Law states 15 USC 1681A ( 2 ) ( a ) ( i ) Transactions are not part of a Consumer Report ( 2 ) Exclusions.Except as provided in paragraph ( 3 ), the term consumer report does not include ( A ) subject to section 1681s3 of this title, any ( i ) report containing information solely as to transactions or experiences between the consumer and the person making the report ; So these Accounts listed below are reporting transactions and or experiences and this is illegal, XXXX XXXX| Account XXXX XXXX | Date opened : XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX Late Payment Reported XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX | Late Payment Reported : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  | Account # : XXXX Late Payment Reported : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX | Account # XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX and the last Dispute was about 2 Charged-Off alleged XXXX XXXXXXXX Accounts ( XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX ) that are canceled debt and According to IRS, Debt that you owe that has been canceled, forgiven, or discharged becomes taxable income from the lender that forgave the debt and should receive a ( Cancelation of Debt form 1099C ) it is now gross income and Income is not part of anyone Consumer Report
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-19
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. (CA)

The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681 XXXX XXXX : # XXXX Balance {$4500.00}, XXXX XXXX XXXX  : # XXXX Balance {$7900.00}, XXXX XXXX XXXX : # XXXX Balance {$93.00}, has violated my rights.. 
I looked at my Experian 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 inaccurate.