davidheineman/consumer-finance-complaints-large huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-09
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. (AZ)

To whom it may concern ; Why do you continue to ignore my request to block outdated and unverifiable information? 
I have already provided the required documentation to report that my Identity was compromised by Equifax Data Breach here Is proof. 
I was a victim of Identity Theft and I already asked you to block these items in my previous letter. 
Per the Fair Credit Reporting Act Section 605B. Block of information resulting from identity theft [ 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ] ( a ) Block. Except as otherwise provided in this section, a consumer reporting agency shall block the reporting of any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt by such agency of ( 1 ) appropriate proof of the identity of the consumer ; ( 2 ) a copy of an identity theft report ; ( 3 ) the identification of such information by the consumer; and ( 4 ) a statement by the consumer that the information is not information relating to any transaction by the consumer. 
The following items need to be removed and blocked as they are fraudulent. 
XXXX. 15 U.S. CODE 1692e - False or misleading representations XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Update to Open/Never late XXXX there is some inaccurate information reporting. 
XXXX  XXXX Account Number : XXXX Please remove it from my credit report. 

XXXX. 15 U.S. CODE 1692G - VALIDATION OF DEBTS XXXX  XXXX Account Number : XXXX Delete this account. 

XXXX. 15 U.S. CODE 1692E 10 - FALSE OR MISLEADING REPRESENTATIONS XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Delete from my credit report. 

XXXX. 15 U.S. CODE 16811 - PROCEDURE IN CASE OF DISPUTED ACCURACY XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Please remove it from my credit report. 

XXXX. 15 U.S. CODE 1692G - VALIDATION OF DEBTS XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Please remove it from my credit report. 

XXXX. 15 U.S. CODE 1681Q - OBTAINING INFORMATION UNDER FALSE XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Please remove it from my credit report. 

XXXX. 15 U.S. CODE 1681B - PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES OF CONSUMER REPORTS XXXX  Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX Please remove it from my credit report. 

XXXX. 15 U.S. CODE 1681B - PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES OF CONSUMER REPORTS XXXX  Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX Please remove it from my credit report. 

XXXX. 15 U.S. CODE 1681B - PERMISSIBLE PURPOSES OF CONSUMER REPORTS XXXX  Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX Please remove it from my credit report.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-14
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

Transunion, XXXX, & XXXX continue to report a late payment on the account XX/XX/XXXX Account # : XXXX. The consumer agencies has provided me with no evidence that proves that I was indeed late XX/XX/year>. Provide me with the evidence that proves this or update my consumer report to reflect accurate information. 

( 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. 

( b ) Grace period If an open end consumer credit plan provides a time period within which an obligor may repay any portion of the credit extended without incurring an additional finance charge, such additional finance charge may not be imposed with respect to such portion of the credit extended for the billing cycle of which such period is a part, unless a statement which includes the amount upon which the finance charge for the period is based was mailed or delivered to the consumer not later than 21 days before the date specified in the statement by which payment must be made in order to avoid imposition of that finance charge.
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-20
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. (TN)

When I reviewed my credit report, I discovered that some of the information was erroneous. The 3 credit bureaus must validate these accounts 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 following account need to investigate and correct for erroneous reporting in my file and are listed 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
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

My account with XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 reporting is a result on a systematic error on their end processing my payment. This was clearly a billing error made my the company and is not a reflection of my payment experience which violates USC Code 1681eb. This error has caused severe hard to my reputation, my character, my mode of living and to my family! I demand the late payment reported in 60 days to be removed. They are not in compliance with the following law. 15 USC 1666b and its requirements set the standards and the guidance for a creditor to treat a payment as late, yet they are reporting a payment as late and they did not comply with the law! 15 USC 1666b ( a ) Time to make payments A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose, unless the creditor has adopted reasonable procedures designed to ensure that each periodic statement including the information required by section 1637 ( b ) of this title is mailed or delivered to the consumer not later than 21 days before the payment due date. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 8
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (PA)

I think FCRA 605B requires us to remove any incorrect accounts from my credit report. Could you please check the documents? Some of the listed accounts are inaccurate in terms of reporting, with incorrect amounts and dates being reported.
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-17
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (NJ)

RE : XXXX To Whom It May Concern : I am writing this letter to dispute the following accounts : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Fill in accounts you want to be disputed, be sure to add the account numbers with each account. 
This agency is in violation of 15 USC 1692g. They were to notify me of this in writing 5 days prior, I was not. As the original creditor only, I can validate this debt. I do not validate this debt. Therefore, the following accounts must be deleted from my report. 
Failure to respond satisfactorily with deletion of the above referenced account, and send out a free copy of my report after the changes have been made will result in legal actions being taken against your company, for which I will also be seeking {$1000.00} per violation for : 1. Defamation of Character ( per se ) 2. Negligent Enablement of Identity Fraud 3. Fair Debt Collections Practices Act 15 USC 1692g violations 4. Fair Credit Reporting Act 15USC 1681 violations for willful noncompliance - 616. Civil liability for willful noncompliance [ 15 U.S.C. 1681n ] Thank you, XXXX XXXX Enclosed : copy of ID
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-14
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (PA)

I've consistently made timely payments on this account, ensuring they're never overdue. I'm uncertain why there are reports of late payment remarks on my accounts. According to 15 USC 1666b - Billing Error, corrections should be made.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-10
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (IL)

As per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) the documents needed are a picture ID, and a letter from an advocacy group helping me due to XXXX XXXX debt bondage, which falls under XXXX  according to XXXX-Debt Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) -5 -- 1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ). I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within four business days, pursuant to section 605C of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I have given you my identification as well as the information requested from the list of acceptable items which only 2 are required per the Law. I have provided all needed documentation as well as a victim determination letter according to 1022.142 ( b ) ( 6 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-24
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (SC)

I always make my payments on time, so I am confident in my payment history. What I don't understand is why this company is reporting me as late for certain months, which shouldn't be happening. According to USC 1666b, any billing errors should be promptly corrected.
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (MS)

Recently, I did an investigation on my credit report which caused XXXX XXXX upon me and found unverifiable, invalidated, inaccurate, and questionable items that your agency didn't make sure it was reporting 100 % correct. 

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, everything has to be 100 % accurate on my credit report and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) these accounts are in violation of not reporting 100 % accurate.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-27
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

My account with XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 reporting is a result on a systematic error on their end processing my payment.

This was clearly a billing error made my the company and is not a reflection of my payment experience which violates USC Code 1681eb. This error has caused severe hard to my reputation, my character, my mode of living and to my family!

I demand the late payment reported to be removed.

They are not in compliance with the following law. 15 USC 1666b and its requirements set the standards and the guidance for a creditor to treat a payment as late, yet they are reporting a payment as late and they did not comply with the law!

15 USC 1666b ( a ) Time to make payments A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose, unless the creditor has adopted reasonable procedures designed to ensure that each periodic statement including the information required by section 1637 ( b ) of this title is mailed or delivered to the consumer not later than 21 days before the payment due date. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX never sent the periodic statement along with the disclosures from section 1637 ( b ).

I have requested proof that this information was mailed or delivered 21 days before the payment due date and this information was requested in good faith pursuant rule 1002 and It was never provided. 

This is unfair, illegal, fraudulent, and not equitable to me as a consumer! 

Delete the late payments from my consumer reports
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-26
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (CA)

I am writing to formally request the removal of several accounts and inquiries from my credit report. These accounts and inquiries are unauthorized and does not belong to me. The presence of data breach has negatively impacted my credit standing, leading to a significant drop in my FICO score.

Upon reviewing my credit report, I discovered multiple accounts and inquiries that I did not recognize or authorize. These inacurrate information in my report have resulted in negative remarks that are adversely affecting my credit score and financial reputation.
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (GA)

This letter serves as an escalation notice regarding the unresolved issue of inaccurate negative entries on my credit reports. Despite previous communication and evidence submitted, these errors persist, negatively impacting my creditworthiness.
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-28
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: CL Holdings LLC (CA)

Jefferson capital has sold a debt that they claim to be mine. The original debt collector was XXXX in which I never had a XXXX account. However, Jefferson capital sold it to another collecting agency XXXX XXXX who is now the owner of the account. Well, Jefferson capital is still reporting to my credit reports for this although they do not own the debt in question anymore. I have filed disputes with each agency that get declined without even a reasonable verification process and remain on my report. I have also requested a verification from Jefferson capital that this debt is verified as mine and they did not respond within 30 days. Its been 5 months.
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (NJ)

FCRA 605B, in my understanding, necessitates the elimination of any erroneous accounts from my credit report. Could you verify the documents, please? Some of the listed accounts inaccurately report amounts and dates.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-02
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)

To do what is fair to me as a consumer, delete and update my credit report as they are reporting inaccurate information that I have made them aware of but still keep reporting! This has caused me multiple denials and mental anguish that I can't even stand. I will not tolerate this anymore and will seek litigation if this is not handled!
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-06
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Electronic communications — You told them to stop contacting you, but they keep trying
Company: Unifin Inc. (IL)

I was contacted by text by a company named " unifin '' they stated that they are a debt collector. I went to my credit report to see if this company unifin is correct and it is incorrect. On my credit report it states that this debt owed to XXXX XXXX.
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (NY)

I requested verification of an account on my credit report. I also had that same account deleted in XXXX only to be reinstated, which a violation of 15usc 1681I unverifiable and inaccurate being reinstated to credit reports. as a result of this my credit score was decreased significantly. this is unfair because i dont have any delinquincies on my report and the credit acceptance account status is closed and paid in full.
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (PA)

I understand FCRA 605B requires the removal of any incorrect accounts from my credit report. Can you please check the documents? Some of the listed accounts are inaccurate in terms of reporting, with incorrect amounts and dates.
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-27
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRUIST FINANCIAL CORPORATION (VA)

Late Payments on credit report In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act this creditor has violated my rights.

Under 15 USC 1681 section 602 states I have the right to privacy.

15 USC 1681 section 604 A section 2 - it also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions.

Under 15 USC 1666b - a creditor may NOT treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose.

Due to these violations I have a right to sue per violation.
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

I feel frustrated, unhappy, and troubled by the situation regarding my credit report. There are late payment remarks on some of my accounts, even though I have consistently made on-time payments. I did not incur any late fees, and I urgently require your assistance to address this issue.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-09
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

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.
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (GA)

Subject : Request for Comprehensive Resolution : Adjustment of Late Payment Entry Status Dear [ Credit Reporting Agencies ], I am writing to address the ongoing dispute regarding a late payment entry on my credit report and to request a comprehensive resolution. Specifically, I urge the revision of the late payment entry to accurately reflect a current status. 

Under the legal doctrine of estoppel by silence, as illustrated in the case of XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, I have not been provided with evidence substantiating the alleged debt. Consequently, I am compelled to presume the absence of such proof, thereby invalidating the existence of the debt in question. 

Adherence to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) mandates the utmost accuracy and integrity in consumer reports. Therefore, it is imperative that my credit report faithfully mirrors my financial standing, devoid of any inaccuracies or unsubstantiated claims. 

I maintain with unwavering conviction that the current status attributed to the late payment entry is unjustified and incongruent with factual evidence. Consequently, amending the status to accurately portray a current, up-to-date depiction is not only equitable but essential to uphold the principles of fairness and transparency in credit reporting. 

Should obstacles arise in achieving this resolution, I reserve the right to explore alternative avenues to rectify this discrepancy. It is paramount that my credit report accurately represents my financial status, devoid of any unjustified or unverified entries. 

I implore your esteemed agencies to conduct a thorough review of this matter and to take prompt action to effect the necessary revisions. Your cooperation in resolving this issue expeditiously is greatly appreciated.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-06
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement — Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement
Company: BARCLAYS BANK DELAWARE (SC)

First I have been working for hard to improve my credit so I can purchase a place hopefully summer of XXXX. I fortunately have raised it from below XXXX to XXXX since XXXX. I noticed some charges via XXXX of which I am a member but did NOT make. I don't know if an employee was trying to make a vacation for theirselves or someone but I did NOT make these charges. It was also very strange the way the charges were made : XX/XX/XXXX {$350.00} XX/XX/XXXX {$350.00} XX/XX/XXXX {$350.00} credit XX/XX/XXXX {$350.00} credit XX/XX/XXXX. {$350.00} XX/XX/XXXX {$350.00} So the way these were charged, credited, then charged again on the same day doesn't even make since unless someone was trying to somehow work a scam on a vacation. I contacted my credit card company. But because I am a member with XXXX they found the charges legit, but I did NOT make these charges and I am on a fixed income of SS {$1200.00} a month and can not afford to pay these.