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Consumer complaint received 2024-06-03
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (AL)

When I investigated my credit report, I realized that some of the information was erroneous. The XXXX credit bureaus are required to authenticate these accounts under Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ). ( A ). It is not acceptable to treat these reporting accounts as unconfirmed information without producing proof within the legal time range. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$990.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed : {$750.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed : {$190.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$49000.00}
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-14
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. (CA)

I discovered that some of the information was erroneous. The XXXX and Equifax credit bureaus must validate this account in line with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not authorized to fail to validate this reporting account as unverified information without providing any proof within the period allowed by law. The listed account need to investigate and corrected for erroneous reporting in my file and are listed on my credit report XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$0.00}
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-14
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. (GA)

The listed inquiries were not authorized by me. I contacted each company, and none were able to verify my authorization of the inquiry. I contacted each credit reporting agency on numerous occasions, and each have failed to adequately investigate the fraudulent activity or provide legitimate proof of investigation. I have called the reporting agencies numerous times and have been met with disconnected calls and countless failures to address my request. Please remove the fraudulent activity immediately per my rights under FCRA 15 USC 1681. 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 XXXXXX/XX/XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-14
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Report provided to employer without your written authorization
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (DC)

I just received my new credit report for Equifax and I found quite few auto Soft Inquiries on my credit file that wasn't authorized by me. 

This is the list of them. 

List of Fraudulent Soft Inquiries that wasnt authorized by me Please have them all deleted immediately! 
Total inquiries is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX EQUIFAX UPDATE XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX XXXX EQUIFAX UPDATE XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX EQUIFAX UPDATE XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX XXXX/EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-02
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. (CA)

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 XXXX A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section XXXX A Section XXXX : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( XXXX ) 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 XXXX years. 

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( XXXX ) 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 2023-12-14
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)

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to dispute information in my consumer report provided by your agency. Upon reviewing my report, I discovered non-public information about me has been disclosed to a non-affiliated third party without my written consent, possibly violating the provisions outlined in 15 USC 6802.

As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I have the right to be informed about and control the disclosure of my personal information. The non-affiliated third-party disclosure raises concerns about my privacy rights, as I was never given the option to opt-out, as mandated by law.

I observed that certain accounts, specifically those associated with [ Creditor Names ], are being reported without my written consent. I want to clarify that my dispute lies with your reporting agency for disclosing and reporting information without proper authorization, not with the creditors.

Referring to 15 USC 1681b - Permissible Purpose, I note that a consumer 's written consent is required for the reporting of personal information. To date, I have not provided such consent, and I request proof of my consent to ensure compliance with this legal requirement. Failure to provide this evidence could be considered a violation of my FCRA rights. 

I have also filed a report with the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) regarding this matter, with complaint reference number XXXX. I believe the unauthorized disclosure and reporting of my personal information XXXX constitute a violation under 18 USC 1028a, akin to identity theft.

In accordance with 15 USC 1681c-2, I formally request the removal of the following accounts from my consumer report within four business days from the date of this letter : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX I also request the removal of the unauthorized inquiries from XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX on the following dates : Inquiry date XXXX XXXX, XXXX Inquiry date XX/XX/XXXX Inquiry date XX/XX/XXXX Inquiry date XX/XX/XXXX Inquiry date XX/XX/XXXX Inquiry date XXXX XXXX, XXXX I assert my right to a fair and accurate credit reporting process, and I believe prompt removal of these accounts is essential to rectify reported inaccuracies. 

Furthermore, I request documentation regarding your method of verification for the disputed accounts and proof that I was given the option to opt out of the reported information. This ensures your reporting agency adheres to necessary standards for accuracy and fairness in credit reporting.

I expect your prompt attention to this matter and the resolution of my dispute within the specified time frame of four business days. Failure to comply with FCRA provisions may result in further legal action. 

Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-31
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (TX)

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The list of accounts below has violated my federal protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. The following accounts are not accurate : XXXX XXXX XXXX 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, 1681section 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 reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.
Consumer complaint received 2023-04-11
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 — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (NY)

Hey, I was taken advantage of due to malpractice while several laws were being broken under the FCRA by your company. This has caused me financial injury, defamation of character, I can't get approved for my mortgage or apply for credit/loans. This has really hurt my ability to obtain credit which is needed. This is not only effecting myself, but my children and family as well.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-31
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 ) ( 1 ) ( 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 ( 5 ), before the end of the 30-day period beginning on the date on which the agency receives the notice of the dispute from the consumer or reseller. 

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
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-02
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. (CA)

Upon reviewing my credit report, I discovered several accounts that I do not recognize and believe to be fraudulent. These accounts appear to be opened without my authorization, and I am deeply concerned about the potential impact on my credit standing and financial well-being. I suspect that I am a victim of identity theft, as I have not initiated or authorized the opening of these accounts. The presence of these unauthorized accounts on my credit report has caused me significant distress and uncertainty about the security of my personal information. I have attached a copy of my credit report highlighting the unrecognized accounts for your reference.
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-14
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. (LA)

I am a victim of identity theft and I have noticed some unauthorized inquires unverified and unauthorized items must be removed. I have listed the items I would like to dispute below.The items I am disputing do not relate to any transactions that I have made or authorized. Please remove this information at the earliest possible time. 
XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX ) XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX  XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX , XXXX XXXX , XXXX XXXX , XXXX XXXX , XXXX XXXX XXXX ( DUPLICATE ) XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX , XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX THIS IS DEFAMATION OF MY CHARACTER AND I WOULD LIKE ALL UNAUTHORIZED ADDRESSES AND INQUIRES REMOVED FROM CREDIT FILE. ACCORDING TO 14 U.S.C. 1681 g ( a ) ( 5 ) A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY SHALL NOT FURNISH TO ANY PERSON A RECORD OF INQUIRIES IN CONNECTION WITH A CREDIT OR INSURANCE TRANSACTION THAT IS NOT INITIATED BY A CONSUMER. Under section 604 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) explains that the permissible purposes listed in FCRA section 604 ( a ) ( 3 ) are consumer specific, and it affirms that a consumer reporting agency may not provide a consumer report to a user under FCRA section 604 ( a ) ( 3 ) unless it has reason to believe that all of the consumer report information it includes pertains to the consumer who is the subject of the users request. The Bureau notes that disclaimers will not cure a failure to have a reason to believe that a user has a permissible purpose for a consumer report provided pursuant to FCRA section 604 ( a ) ( 3 ). This advisory opinion also reminds consumer report users that FCRA section 604 ( f ) strictly prohibits a person who uses or obtains a consumer report from doing so without a permissible purpose.
Consumer complaint received 2023-04-11
Product: Debt collection — Private student loan debt
Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action — Threatened or suggested your credit would be damaged
Company: Ability Recovery Services, LLC (LA)

My name XXXX XXXX, a federally protected consumer, and I am making this complaint against Ability Recovery Service for committing identity theft. I have never given Ability Recovery Service any permission to use any of my identifying information to commit mail fraud by contacting me about an alleged debt they claim I owe. Iam legally refusing to pay this debt pursuant to 1692c ( c ). I am legally refusing to pay this debt pursuant to 1692c ( c ). Iam demanding a cease and desist of all illegal activity, any communication and collection activity of this and any alleged debts until Ability Recovery Service can provide me with sufficient documentary evidence, such as a trilateral contract, that I have any legal obligation to pay them. If this documentary evidence can not be produced and Ability Recovery Service continues its collection efforts, I will be held criminally liable for aggravated identity theft pursuant to 18 USC 1028 A. extortion, theft by deception, securities fraud, and mail fraud. Also do you have a SSA - 89 Form can u please tell me you have this on file. Upon the receipt of documents herein and of this Notice, you are hereby notified Pursuant UCC 1 - 202f. Your prompt Attention and Response are both requested and required. Ability Recovery Service # : - XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2023-05-03
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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. (OH)

This is XXXX XXXX, and I am submitting this to inform you that I am a victim of Identity Theft. Upon reviewing my credit file, unauthorized Inquiries are being reported to my personal file. The Equifax Credit Reporting Agency has not complied with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 USC Section 1681i, and continued to report unverified information without providing any proof required by law. The 3 Bureaus have failed to properly identify and provide within the necessary time allowed by law any verifiable proof. The following Inquiries are inaccurate & I never authorized for my credit to be accessed. They have failed to provide me with the written authorization or remove these inquiries from my credit file. I need the following Inquiries to be removed as soon as possible. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act section 605b, I demand that the following items removed from my Credit File without delay : XXXX XX/XX/2022 ; XXXX XX/XX/2022.
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-14
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (AZ)

I am writing to express my deep frustration and dissatisfaction with the many unsuccessful attempts to remove fraudulent items from my credit file. Despite my persistent efforts and cooperation, the fraudulent entries persist on my credit report, causing significant distress and adversely impacting my financial standing. 

I have previously submitted identity theft affidavits, police reports, and supporting documentation in my attempts to rectify these inaccuracies. Regrettably, it appears that the necessary actions were not taken to ensure the timely and accurate removal of the fraudulent items. 

The continued presence of these inaccuracies is not only affecting my creditworthiness but is also causing significant challenges in securing credit, obtaining favorable interest rates, and managing my overall financial well-being. 

I urgently request an immediate and thorough reinvestigation into this matter to expedite the removal of the fraudulent items from my credit report. I expect a detailed response within the exact timeframe acknowledging the receipt of this complaint and outlining the steps that will be taken to address and rectify the fraudulent items promptly. 

Failure to resolve this matter in a timely and satisfactory manner may compel me to escalate my complaint to regulatory authorities and seek legal recourse to protect my rights. I am asking for your assistance to remove these fraudulent items in my credit file : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2023-12-14
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (VA)

I called experian to report unauthorized inquiries and agent mentioned I should add fraud alert on my credit report. But agent did not mention it will show up on my credit report and I will be also removed from pre approved mailing offers etc. Now because of XXXX  fraud alert there is a fraud alert and statement on my XXXX  and other credit bureaus as XXXX  also sent request to other credit agencies. I have contacted XXXX 3 times by submitting request in writing 3 times and also uploaded form that I don't want fraud alert on my credit reports and I want it to be removed immediately. One of the successful request to experian was submitted on XX/XX/2023. It seems fraud alert is being added again and again without my authorization. It seems XXXX  computer systems are automatically adding fraud alert despite me requesting to remove from all bureaus. Kindly check your records as I have asked you multiple time by uploading form online and also uploading my identity card and utility bill to remove this alert for once and all. But you have removed and than added again. 
Kindly remove it immediately. I am tired of writing and submitting my documents again and again to you guys. Supporting documents attached below and confirmation of fraud alert from you guys is attached below as well.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-03
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. (NY)

I have lost count of the number of letters I have sent to your bureau regarding my status as a victim of identity theft, as my concerns have yet to be fully resolved. Once again, I am disputing the fraudulent information that is adversely affecting my credit file. Despite my submission of the required FTC complaint, your bureau continues to report this fraudulent account on my credit report. I want to emphasize that I have already contacted the company associated with this account, submitted the necessary documents, and had the account promptly deleted from their records. Moreover, other credit bureaus have already removed this account from their records following the submission of the FTC complaint. Therefore, I am curious about the verification process your bureau employed to continue reporting these fraudulent account. I'd like you to remove the account from my report under your bureau. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-03
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

I checked my credit report and found that some of the data were incorrect. The XXXX credit bureaus are required by Sections XXXX ( a ) ( XXXX ) ( A ) and XXXX ( a ) ( XXXX ) to verify these accounts ( A ). It is not permitted to report these accounts 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 correction due to inaccurate reporting in my file. 
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Consumer complaint received 2023-12-14
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information is missing that should be on the report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I took out a loan in XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX The loan is showing up on other reports and for id verification, which verifies it is part of public record. The lending company has submitted my documents 4 times to the reporting agencies, with my payment updates but I have yet to see the loan reflected on my reports. I have now paid off my loan and still no reflection on my reports. Experian credit agency is under fire for not reporting the report May u please investigate this problem & take matters of making sure this reports please thanks. I have uploaded all the files. By law you must have this report reported on my records