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Consumer complaint received 2024-10-04
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (OK)

I am submitting this complaint on my own behalf. After reviewing my credit record, I noticed some late payments. I sent letters over 30 days ago but have not received a response, nor have they provided satisfactory validation. I would greatly appreciate your assistance in resolving this issue. Thank you.
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-29
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (NY)

My Social Security XXXX ( XXXX ) was involved in a data breach that occurred on or before XXXX of XXXX, extending until XXXX. This breach affected individuals who underwent background checks and applied for jobs, leading to the appearance of numbers on my record. 
I did not provide consent for these accounts to be opened, and I lacked an understanding of credit and its mechanisms during that time. Consequently, I did not establish any credit relationships with the companies involved. I urgently request the removal of these erroneous entries from my credit report once and for all. 
The repercussions of these inaccuracies have been far-reaching and abnormal. Unfamiliar inquiries have appeared, accounts that I neither authorized nor opened have been added, and I've faced denials and disrespect due to these discrepancies. The errors in my credit report are extensive and profoundly incorrect. They encompass several aspects, including but not limited to : * Name Discrepancies : I want to clarify that my correct name is " XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX '' I have never used nor consented to be referred to as " XXXX XXXX  XXXX '' or any other variations. This is the only accurate name associated with me. 
* Address Accuracy : My precise address is " XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, New York XXXX. '' It must be consistently displayed as such, including the apartment number. I do not authorize any other variations of this address to be linked to me. 
* Invalid Addresses : The following addresses on my credit report are invalid and inaccurate, not associated with me : * " XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, NY XXXX '' * " XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX, XXXX XXXX, AL XXXX '' * " XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, NY XXXX '' Moving forward, I wish to address specific discrepancies related to certain accounts : * XXXX XXXX  : Contact : ( XXXX ) XXXX ; Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, UT XXXX ; Account # XXXX ; Balance : {$6800.00} ; Opened : XX/XX/XXXX. Despite numerous disputes, no corrective action has been taken, and this is my final attempt before pursuing legal action. I had to dispute an account where I was added as an authorized user without my consent, and it's inaccurately reported as accurate. 
* Bank of America : Contact : ( XXXX ) XXXX ; Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX ; Account # XXXX ; Owed : {$13000.00} ; Opened : XX/XX/XXXX ; and Account # XXXX ; Owed : {$12000.00} ; Opened : XX/XX/XXXX. I only had a checking account with them, not credit cards or loans. Negative checking account information should be reported to XXXX XXXX, not my credit report. 
It's worth noting that a breach detailed in an article ( https : XXXX ) is responsible for over XXXX XXXX stolen identities, as discussed. 
I implore you to rectify these inaccuracies promptly, as they have severely affected my financial standing and personal integrity. I appreciate your immediate attention to this matter.
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-03
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 am writing to formally file a complaint against EXPERIAN regarding the inclusion of inaccurate and fraudulent accounts on my credit report, which I believe violate the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and CFPB regulations. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX, and my address is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX. My date of birth is XX/XX/year>, and my Social Security Number is XXXX. Upon reviewing my EXPERIAN credit report, I discovered several inaccuracies and fraudulent accounts. There are fraudulent accounts on my report, included in my credit reports. I did not open the account and was not informed about it beforehand, indicating it was established without my consent. I have already taken steps to address these issues by contacting EXPERIAN directly. I submitted a dispute and provided supporting documentation, such as drivers license, ssn card, proof of address and FTC report number XXXX. Despite these efforts, the inaccuracies and fraudulent accounts have not been removed from my credit report, significantly impacting my creditworthiness and financial stability. I am requesting that the CFPB intervene to ensure that these inaccurate and fraudulent accounts are promptly removed from my EXPERIAN credit report. Additionally, I seek written confirmation from EXPERIAN once these accounts have been corrected. I also ask the CFPB to investigate EXPERIAN handling of my dispute and its adherence to FCRA and CFPB rules.
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-23
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (NJ)

I never heard of this debt. I monitor my credit with experian and in XXXX of 2023 or so I received notification that this account was posted to my experian and transunion report. The supposed amount owed is {$1500.00} withe XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX. I am a victim of identity theft and want this matter fixed as soon as possible allowed by law. According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), you are required by federal law to verify, through the physical verification of the original signed consumer contract, any and all accounts that you post on a credit report. Otherwise anyone paying for your reporting services could fax, mail or email in a fraudulent account. Additionally, By the provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I demand that these items be investigated and removed from my report. It is my understanding that you will recheck these items with the creditor who has posted them. Please remove any information that the creditor can not verify. I understand that under 15 U.S.C. Sec. 1681i ( a ), you must complete this reinvestigation within 30 days of receipt of this letter.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (PA)

I've consistently made timely payments on this account, ensuring they're never overdue. I'm puzzled by reports of late payment remarks on my accounts. According to 15 USC 1666b, billing errors should be corrected.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (PA)

I believe FCRA 605B mandates the removal of any erroneous accounts from my credit report. Could you please review the documents? Some of the listed accounts are inaccurate in terms of reporting, with incorrect amounts and dates being reported.
Consumer complaint received 2023-05-03
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. (FL)

This is my second 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, FL XXXX Date Updated : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX FL XXXX Date Updated : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX  XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed : {$2200.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed : {$76.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$8600.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$2000.00} XXXX XXXX Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Owed : {$460.00} XXXX Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$940.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$670.00} XXXX XXXX  Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$1600.00} XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX* Balance Owed XXXX XXXX0} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed : {$76.00} XXXX  Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$2000.00} XXXX Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$940.00} XXXX XXXX Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$1600.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed : {$460.00} XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, FL XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, FL XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$0.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance XXXX : {$430.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$2200.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed : {$76.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} XXXX Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$2000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed XXXX {$460.00} XXXX  Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$940.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08
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)

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 USC1681. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

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 2024-05-08
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I've learned that the creditor didn't provide the necessary 21-day notice along with a statement, which would have given me enough time to process payments and avoid late fees on these accounts. This mistake has caused a misrepresentation of the payment status, indicating a billing error by the creditor.
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-17
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (OR)

When I reviewed my credit report, I discovered that these items were erroneous. The 3 credit bureaus must validate these items in line with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not authorized to fail to validate these reporting items as unverified information without providing any proof within the period allowed by law. The following items need to be investigated and deleted for erroneous reporting in my file are listed on my credit report : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2023-09-20
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

Right now I am bothered! I have attempted to be patient ; however, it is hard to be patient when you feel that you are continually being overlooked by somebody. I am a victim of Identity Theft, and I did not make or authorize this charge. I am requesting that the charge be removed, that any other charges related to the fraudulent amount be credited, as well, and that I receive an accurate statement. This request is made pursuant to the Fair Credit Billing Acts amendments.In accordance with FCRA, I am requesting these items to be reviewed for completeness and accuracy and appropriateness. In lieu of sending the information, please ensure a proper investigation is performed. I would appreciate a timely response outlining the steps that will occur to resolve this matter. If I do not receive a response, I will have no choice but to exercise my right and pursue legal action. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2024-05-08
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. (GA)

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. 

And lists of unauthorized inquiries that don't have PERMISSIBLE PURPOSE to be on my credit report XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 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 2023-11-07
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: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL (TX)

I have XXXX hard inquiries that were all unauthorized. 

XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX : XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX Inquiry : XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX Inquiry : XXXX XXXX Syncb/ Amazon XXXX : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Inquiry : XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08
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 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. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 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 2024-05-08
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)

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. 

Account Name : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  Account XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXXXXXX Account XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number:XXXX has violated my rights. Or a list of inquiries : 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 2024-07-29
Product: Debt collection — Medical debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Financial Recovery Services, Inc. (WA)

Someone called me and identified themselves as representing a collection agency named FINANCIAL RECOVERY COLLECTION SERVICE The number they called me on is XXXX. 

She said she was collecting a debt that I owe to a company called XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX She said I owe {$590.00} for lab tests. 

She wouldn't tell me the phone number of the lab company. She wouldn't tell me who ordered the tests. She told me I would be taken to court if I didn't pay immediately. 
She said that the reason she couldn't give me the information I was asking for was HIPPA.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08
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 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. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  And lists of unauthorized inquiries that don't have PERMISSIBLE PURPOSE to be on my credit report XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year> 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 2023-05-04
Product: Credit card or prepaid card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card — Application denied
Company: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY (DE)

I applied for a Hilton Honors American Express Card. Upon submitting the application, it said they needed more time to review. I called XXXX to resolve the matter and check the status of the application. The automated operator said that my application could not be approved at this time. They said one contributing factor was my credit score. This was an adverse reaction that is now affecting my credit report and score.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
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. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX has violated my rights. Or a list of inquiries : 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 2024-05-08
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (GA)

I've learned that the creditor didn't provide the necessary XXXX notice along with a statement, which would have given me enough time to process payments and avoid late fees on these accounts. This mistake has caused a misrepresentation of the payment status, indicating a billing error by the creditor.