davidheineman/consumer-finance-complaints-large huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-02
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Identity theft protection or other monitoring services — Billing dispute for services
Company: PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES INC (IL)

For the past XXXX to XXXX years Ive been receiving mail regarding a credit card in my name thats now being sent to the collections. Ive contacted XXXX about the issue, tried disputing this account off my credit report, but Im constantly receiving phone calls and mail regarding a debt thats now in with the collections. Today, I was denied for an application for a home due to a bill that I did not put in my name and Ive tried multiple times contacting XXXX to dispute this issue and I tried disputing this issue on my own as well. Im so overwhelmed, because this fraudulent activity is hurting my credit score and not allowing me to get approved for anything. Once again, I did not apply for anything and I need this issue to be fixed.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-14
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (SC)

I am absolutely furious! This identity theft nightmare has cost me THOUSANDS of dollars and left me with wrecked credit! How much longer do I have to wait for Experian, XXXX, and XXXX to get their act together on this investigation? This is unacceptable! I need answers and a resolution NOW! 

Listed in the attachments are police reports ftc reports XXXX  reports denials of credit accounts that were unknowingly or fraudulently opened and that I didnt receive any benefit from.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-14
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (CA)

I am writing to dispute the following accounts. I did not owe this debt and it does not belong to me. I never established these accounts. I was contacted by a collection agency regarding the accounts that were obtained under my name. I have no knowledge of obtaining any of the accounts listed here. Please remove these accounts and send me an updated copy of my report after the investigation.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-14
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (NY)

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 2023-09-27
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 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 correction due to inaccurate reporting in my file. 
XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/2023
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-13
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (TX)

As previously stated, the payments made towards my XXXX XXXX account XXXX is not being accurately reflected across all credit reporting accounts. I have attached several documents that clearly indicate correct payment activity for the months of XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX. These documents serve as concrete evidence that I have indeed met my payment obligations during these months. 

Furthermore, I wish to bring to your attention that specific arrangements were made regarding the months of XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX. Through an extension agreement, these payments were rescheduled to be fulfilled at a later point in accordance with the terms of my contract. I kindly request that you update my credit report to accurately reflect these contractual adjustments. 

In light of the aforementioned information, I urge you to take immediate action to rectify this situation. I request that you correct the inaccuracies in my credit report by removing any late fees associated with the aforementioned months and accurately reflecting the true status of my XXXX XXXX account payments. This correction is essential to ensure the fairness and accuracy of my credit history. 

Enclosures : - Documentation of Payments ( XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX ) - Copy of Extension Agreement ( XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX )
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-14
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (LA)

I lodged a complaint with these Bureaus a month ago, but unfortunately, the inaccurate information on my report still remains. I haven't received any communication from the Bureaus, except for the notification that you sent stating that the company has responded to my complaint. How can I be certain that they have thoroughly checked the inaccuracies on my report? What methods did they employ to validate the accounts? This whole situation is incredibly frustrating! It's been more than XXXX days since I filed a complaint with these Bureaus, and yet the disputed accounts have not been updated. If this continues, I will have no choice but to take legal action due to the immense stress this has caused me. Moreover, I am also concerned about the security of my personal data, as it was affected by the XXXX, Experian, and XXXX data breach.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-14
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (MI)

I lodged a complaint with these Bureaus a month ago, but unfortunately, the inaccurate information on my report still remains. I haven't received any communication from the Bureaus, except for the notification that you sent stating that the company has responded to my complaint. How can I be certain that they have thoroughly checked the inaccuracies on my report? What methods did they employ to validate the accounts? This whole situation is incredibly frustrating! It's been more than 30 days since I filed a complaint with these Bureaus, and yet the disputed accounts have not been updated. If this continues, I will have no choice but to take legal action due to the immense stress this has caused me. Moreover, I am also concerned about the security of my personal data, as it was affected by the XXXX, Experian, and XXXX data breach.
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-03
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. (NY)

I requested inquiries that I did not recognize on to report to be removed. I sent a letter out my letter over 30 days ago and I have not received any update from the company. Below I put all the inquiries that I do not recognize. I hope this resolves my issue XXXX ) XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX  XXXX ) XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX ) XXXX XXXX  Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX ) XXXX Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX  XXXX ) XXXX XXXX  Date of inquiry : XXXX XXXX ) Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX I would like these to be removed from my credit report asap! 
XXXX ) XXXX XXXX  Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX  XXXX ) XXXXXXXX XXXX Date of inquiry : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX  XXXX ) XXXX XXXX  Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX ) XXXX XXXX  Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX ) XXXX XXXX  Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX ) XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX  XXXX ) XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX ) XXXX XXXX  Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX  XXXX ) XXXX XXXX  Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-16
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)

" The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence, which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system. 

So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft. 

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for each account listed without my expressed written consent. 

I looked at my consumer reports and noticed accounts I never gave anyone permission to report. Consumer reporting agencies have assumed a vital role and have a responsibility to report consumer information to the best of their ability with maximum possible accuracy like the Fair Credit Reporting Act clearly states. I did not provide written consent to report them. ''
Consumer complaint received 2023-01-01
Product: Credit card or prepaid card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Advertising and marketing, including promotional offers — Confusing or misleading advertising about the credit card
Company: Credit Karma (CT)

On multiple occasions Credit Karma has pre-approved me for credit cards when thats wasnt the case. I would then proceed to apply and get turned down in the end. Its very frustrating
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-14
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (FL)

On my credit report I saw that XXXX, who was the loan agency who had my student loan transfer the debt to XXXX. They did not update my credit report and it stills shows that I have that student debt, This student debt was paid in full because I got a loan forgiveness.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-16
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

XX/XX/XXXX. 

Equifax XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX,XX/XX/XXXXXXXX To Whom It XXXX Concern : I am writing to update/correct my personal information on file with your company. 
Please update my name to : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Please update my address to : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, FL XXXX My only Social Security XXXX is : XXXX My only and correct Date of Birth is : XX/XX/XXXX I do not wish to have any telephone number on my report. 
Please remove all the other addresses on my report, as they are not deliverable to me by the XXXX XXXX XXXX, and they are not reportable as per the FCRA, since they are inaccurate. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Attach Driver License, XXXX card, and proof of address
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-14
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (PA)

I'm really not sure what happened. I have mailed off letters to the credit bureaus continuously and thus far I have not gotten a response. My name is XXXX XXXX I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-16
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. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX and 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 2024-05-14
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. (OH)

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 2024-05-14
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. (SC)

I was a victim of identity theft and I am currently in distress and suffering from anxiety 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.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-31
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. (MI)

I pulled a copy of my credit report and noticed fraudulent information and erroneous personal information. Pursuant to 15 USC 1681c-2, DELETE fraudulent accounts and Inquiries within FOUR business days of receipt of this letter due to identity theft/alleged identity theft as I DID NOT originate nor authorize these accounts to be listed. Also, UPDATE my personal information pursuant to 15 USC 1681s-2. ADD NAME ( ALL THREE BUREAUS ) : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. 
Please see attached Identity Theft Report.
Consumer complaint received 2018-02-13
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: I.C. System, Inc. (FL)

This account reflects the wrong amount. The account was opened and closed within less than 1 month so how can my bill be {$690.00}. XXXX XXXX tried to over bill me for service that they never provided. This account was opened some time in 2012. It's over 6 years old.
Consumer complaint received 2018-07-20
Product: Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan — Personal line of credit
Issue: Charged fees or interest you didn't expect — 
Company: ACIMA CREDIT, LLC (CO)

On XX/XX/18 I purchased a remote start system, door speakers and had my windows tinted at XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX I was told I was being financed and it would go through Acima credit. When I got the approval email I was informed it was actually a lease agreement. I never was asked too sign anything instead a text was sent too me that the merchant told me they needed to put into the system it stated Notice! Using this code is equal to physically signing your lease agreement with Acima. Code : 5768 ( Reply STOP to  unsubscribe ) the lease was never presented nor read too me. I never received a copy or anything. The work I had done was roughly around 800 some odd dollars. With a early buyout option for 900 some odd dollars. I was told originally by the merchant the early pay off was the amount of which I had the work done for but later found it out it was actually about {$100.00} dollars more. Meanwhile I didnt make the early payoff date and was later informed that Id have to pay installments on the lease that equalled up too almost 1900 dollars. I never was informed of this if I had been I definitely wouldnt have agreed too it. I contacted acima trying to get a copy where I signed something stating this and they told me that it was signed using that code they sent me. I never even had a chance too read anything as the merchant had it all on his computer. I asked why I was never sent a copy or anything of the lease agreement. And they told me I was sent one. I then asked for them them to send me some form of documentation as too when they sent the supposed email and they told me they couldnt provide me with that information for security purposes. They never sent me a lease agreement Ive went through every email from them including my junk and spam folders and never was informed of this. Im just now finding out theyre charging me for this XXXX dollars for XXXX dollars worth of work because Im in the process of purchasing my first home. And was informed this lease had to be taken off my credit before I could close.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-22
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (SC)

My account with XXXX 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 r

eporting 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 XXXX to XX/XX/year> 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 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 2024-05-14
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (LA)

I'm really not sure what happened. I have mailed off letters to the credit bureaus continuously and thus far I have not gotten a response. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-22
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. (AZ)

Thank you for removing some of the erroneous information from my file. However, there are still items that need to be addressed. According to FCRA Section 605, you must remove any items listed in an ID Theft Report. Here is the Identity Theft Report # XXXX. Per FCRA Section 605B ( a ) ( 1 ) ( 2 ), you are required to remove any inaccurate credit file entries within four business days upon receiving : ( 1 ) Appropriate proof of my identity ; and ( 2 ) A copy of the identity theft report. The following items need to be removed : Experian XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$2400.00} XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$2400.00} XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX. Please note that you have four business days to remove these erroneous entries. I do not consent to XXXX or any automated verification methods.