davidheineman/consumer-finance-complaints-large huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-10
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: Maximus Federal Services, Inc. (CT)

" 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 TILA US Code 1666B since I was never late.

I recently reviewed my consumer report and noticed an incorrect late payment record on my DPT ED/XXXX XXXX XXXX I have always maintained timely payments on this account. Under the Fair Credit Billing Act ( FCBA ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ), creditors are required to accurately report consumer transactions and provide a mechanism for correcting errors in a timely manner. Please conduct an investigation into this matter, and if you can not provide documentary evidence of these supposed late payments, I demand these payments to be updated to on time as they should be as I was NEVER late. I expect these updates to be made promptly, in compliance with the law. 
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Consumer complaint received 2024-05-13
Product: Mortgage — FHA mortgage
Issue: Trouble during payment process — Fees charged
Company: CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC (IL)

My online account with Carrington currently shows {$270.00} due in uncollected fees. I am contacting to raise awareness and share my sentiment that this is an outrageous amount of fees to collect for late payments of all things. 

First, {$30.00} worth of late fees were charged in XXXX and XXXX, respectively even after I received a letter explicitly stating " no fees for escrow penalties will be assessed to your account for payments that come due during the declaration period ( ending XX/XX/2024 ). This is, frankly, extremely deceptive to tell borrowers " no late fees '' only to go on to assess late fees. 

Second, a late fee in the amount of {$95.00} was assessed in both XXXX and XXXX. Frankly. any late fee in excess of {$25.00} is ridiculous. But fees nearing {$100.00} are unconscionable and should be illegal. How am I supposed to get current on my mortgage when I am now nearly {$300.00} in the hole with fees? Please look into this and consider a policy change.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-03
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (NC)

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, XXXX, and Transunion data breach.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-05
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Maximus Federal Services, Inc. (LA)

I am writing to report a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and request assistance with a credit reporting issue. My student loans, previously serviced by Aidvantage, were forgiven on XX/XX/scrub> 2024, under the Biden Administration 's student loan forgiveness program.

Despite the loan forgiveness, Aidvantage has incorrectly reported my account as 120 days past due to the three major credit reporting agencies ( XXXX, XXXX, and XXXX ). This error has caused significant harm to my credit scores and reports. 

I request that the CFPB investigate this matter and take appropriate action to correct the error. I have attached a copy of the loan forgiveness notification highlighting the error.
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. (CA)

hello, I contacted multiple times Transunion and reported fraudulent inquiries and credit open under my name. I even called the creditor and they told me this information does not match to my name and they dont know why its showing on the Trans Union XXXX I even filed the police report, which I already attached to this report. Are three hard inquiries under my name which none of them had permission. 
The first account is XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX, which even I called them directly and they said the information does not match to my information and they said this is the mismatch but still showing on the Transunion information. The second account is XXXX community credit Which it doesnt belong to me either and it was opened fraudulently and I contact them also and they said none of the information or match to my information. And there are three hard inquiries, which should be removed from my account. Please see attached police report which was filed on XX/XX/year> on the city of XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, California and the police report is XXXX XXXX : XXXX there were multiple accounts open under my name, but most of them after a couple months was removed by Transunion from my account, but unfortunately these two accounts have not been removed yet.
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. (MA)

I value your help to REMOVED a portion of the data in my credit file that came about because of FRAUD yet I have an item passed on that should be taken out or blocked. Per FCRA segment 605, Credit Bureaus are expected to eliminate any records recorded on an ID THEFT REPORT. I've proactively remembered this report from a past letter and I am including it once more. I've educated my lawyer regarding my aims and they are eager to consider you responsible for your tenacious rebelliousness. 
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 XXXXXX/XX/XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-13
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (AL)

I mailed out a ftc report regarding XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Which explained the identity theft and account take overs to equifax XXXX and XXXX XXXXXXXX states that the information i mailed came from a 3rd party when it was I that mailed the documents with the written request to block those accounts. Equifax states they never received the documents.
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-25
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I am writing to dispute the accuracy of three charge-off accounts listed on my credit report. I believe these accounts contain errors and require further investigation. 

The following accounts are in dispute : XXXX ( Account number : XXXX ) XXXX  XXXX ( Account number : XXXX ) XXXX XXXX ( Account number : XXXX ) I request that you thoroughly investigate these accounts to verify the accuracy of the information reported Thank you Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-13
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (WI)

I want to be absolutely clear : I did not approve these transactions to be in my consumer report, neither in writing nor verbally. So, I formally ask to block and remove them from my record. This isn't a mistake, nor is it based on any misrepresentation. These transactions were included without my clear consent or instruction. I'm stressing this to show how serious my request is. It's based on accurate info, and I'm not trying to deceive or manipulate the situation.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-13
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (IL)

The wrong info in my credit reports makes it tough to get new credit. Errors confuse lenders and give a false idea of my creditworthiness. This hurts my financial reputation. I'm formally asking to correct and remove these mistakes from my reports. It's vital for lenders to see my true financial status for fair evaluations
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-13
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. (MA)

There are fraudulent inquiries in my report that i wanted to remove. Please help me remove them as they are really hurting my credit. Thank you. 

XXXX XXXX inquiry date XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX  inquiry date XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX  inquiry date XX/XX/XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-13
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. (TX)

Timely payments are always a priority for me, and I am certain about this. However, I am unsure why this company is reporting me as late in certain months, which should not be the case. According to USC 1666b, any billing error should be corrected, or they will be liable to pay me {$1000.00} for each account reporting inaccurately.
Consumer complaint received 2024-06-20
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (NJ)

This is my several endeavors to tell you that I am a victim of identity theft and I complain to question specific records in my document coming about because of the wrongdoing. The records I am questioning connect with no exchanges acquiring any possession of goods, services or money that I have made or authorized. Assuming no one cares either way, remove the noteworthy of any information in my credit record that came about due to an alleged fraud or extortion. 
XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year>
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-13
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Virtual currency
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: ROBINHOOD MARKETS INC. (NY)

Incident Summary Date of XXXX : XX/XX/year>, around midnight Details : XXXX. Phone Compromise : On the night of XX/XX/year>, my phone service was disrupted. Initially, I assumed it was a network issue. The next morning, I went to my phone provider 's store, received a new SIM card, and restored my service. However, during the outage, the hacker transferred my phone number to their device, resetting passwords for my accounts, including XXXX, bank accounts, Robinhood, credit cards, and XXXX. They even created new accounts, such as XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX, in my name. 
2. Immediate Actions Taken : XXXX XXXX XXXX  : On XX/XX/year>, I immediately visited the local branch and requested them to freeze my accounts. Despite my immediate request, XXXX failed to secure my personal account, resulting in unauthorized transfers of approximately {$15000.00}. Repeated attempts to resolve this with XXXX XXXX XXXX department and local branch manager, XXXX XXXX, have been futile. The hacker managed to transfer money from my account by receiving verification codes via SMS, which they accessed through my compromised phone. 
o XXXX : The hacker executed numerous transactions, sold my investments, and emptied my account. XXXX froze my account after a significant delay but has yet to refund the ~ {$11000.00} lost. They require a statement from my phone provider, XXXX, which refuses to provide any information without a legal notice. 


I have been going back and forth with them over 1 year and they are extremely slow.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-13
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. (NC)

Dear XXXX, XXXX, and Equifax, Its vital that we work together to underscore the importance of adhering to rules outlined under 15 U.S.C 1681b ( c ) ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ). These regulations clearly establish when a consumer reporting agency can furnish a report in connection to credit or insurance transactions that are not initiated by the consumer. 

The law states that reports related to such transactions can only be provided under specific circumstances : ( A ) The consumer explicitly authorizes the agency to provide the report. This authorization must reflect the consumer 's informed consent, underscoring the need for transparent communications. 

or ( B ) If the transaction comprises an unambiguous offer of credit or insurance, even without the initiation of the consumer. 

Further, it's critical to note that, with the only exception provided under section 1681g ( a ) ( 5 ), a reporting agency should never furnish a record of inquiries related to non-consumer initiated credit or insurance transactions. 

By holding firm to these legislated conditions, we ensure that consumers ' rights to privacy and control over their personal information are respected, and trust in our financial system is maintained. It's an essential responsibility, and together, we can ensure that these regulations are upheld for the benefit of all consumers. 

Thank you for your attention to this important matter. Please remove these inquiries below asap. Attached is an ID and statement for verification of myself. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2024-07-04
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

I would like to dispute certain records in my credit file that do not belong to me, that I have signed any agreements, and that I have been the victim of identity theftall of which seem to be unaddressed. The things I'm disputing are unrelated to any transactions I've completed or approved in order to obtain goods, services, or cash. Kindly take out the following items. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2024-05-13
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (IL)

I want to emphasize that I did not provide written authorization for the inclusion of these specific transactions in my consumer report. Therefore, I am formally requesting that these accounts be blocked and removed from my report. It is crucial to clarify that this request is not due to any oversight or error on my part. Rather, it stems from the fact that I did not expressly permit these transactions to be included in my report.
Consumer complaint received 2023-02-09
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: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY (GA)

American Express unlawfully reported these accounts to my consumer report without my written permission also without advising me that they will disclose it on my consumer report. Nor did they give me a option to opt in or out of it being reporting. I was misadvised for their own interest. They have broken several of my consumer rights according to consumer laws. One law in particular that they broke was ... ... 18 U.S.C 1028A ( Aggravated identity theft ). Thats just naming one. I have written them several times about this unfair and unlawful treatment and nothing has been done. They have yet to send proof of how I owe this debt, instead they send a letter saying is verified. I did not ask them to use my personal information to verify these accounts but send me proper documentation that this debt is valid.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-03
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NV)

I recently discovered XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$15000.00}, XXXX XXXX XXXX {$640.00}, XXXX XXXX XXXX {$2200.00} XXXX {$0.00}, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$1400.00} on my credit report from EQUIFAX. This is extremely embarrassing and concerning. EQUIFAX does not have my authorization to share my personal information. I will not be paying this alleged debt unless you provide a bill of sale, assignment, or any other agreement between you and the original creditor that proves your authorization to collect on this debt. I have reason to believe you are attempting to extort me by punishing me for non-payment on an extension of credit. Please be aware that under 18 USC 894, it is a crime to collect or attempt to collect by punishing a person for non-payment. Your actions have damaged my creditworthiness, causing me to be denied other extensions of credit that I am entitled to. You do not have my consent for these actions. If you claim to be the creditor, you will be held liable under TILA for any violations. Additionally, you are in violation of the FDCPA for harassment and for furnishing false and misleading information to third parties without my consent. Under the Gramm Leach Bliley Act, you must have my permission to share my financial information with a third party, which you do not have. Furthermore, under 15 USC 1681b, you must have a permissible purpose to obtain and use my credit report, which you have failed to establish. This message serve as formal notice that I will not be paying this debt and I demand that you cease and desist all collection efforts through all mediums, including credit repo
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-13
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. (IL)

I want to be absolutely clear : I did not approve these transactions to be in my consumer report, neither in writing nor verbally. So, I formally ask to block and remove them from my record. This isn't a mistake, nor is it based on any misrepresentation. These transactions were included without my clear consent or instruction. I'm stressing this to show how serious my request is. It's based on accurate info, and I'm not trying to deceive or manipulate the situation.
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-13
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. (MD)

I did not consent to, or authorize nor benefit from any of the following inquiries. Block and remove it. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX  Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX  Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX  Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXXXXXX XXXX  XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-13
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (AR)

IM A FRAUD VICTIM. I REQUESTED THAT THESE FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS BE REMOVE, THEY SAID THAT IT WAS ONE OF 4 CHOICES, BASICLLY A GENERIC CODE TO TELL YOU THAT WE NOT TELLING YOU WHY WE AINT DOING THIS. SO THEY DID DO A REINVESTIGATION AND IT CAME BACK ACCURATE BUT ALL THE ACCOUNTS ARE NOT ONLY FRAUD BUT THE ACCOUNTS ARE OVER XXXX PERCENT INCOMPLETE.NO PAYMENT HISTORY, NO MONTHLY BILLING HISTORY, INCORRECT FIELD ALL OVER THE ENTIRE CREDIT REPORT. XXXX CAME BACK AS CERTIFIED ACURATE. THE OTHER CREDIT BUREUAUS CAME BACK AS ACURRATE.I REQUESTED BEFORE AND IM REQUESTING NOW A REQUEST FOR METHOD OF VERIFICATION. HISTORY OF PAYMENT FOR THE ENTIRE TIME ACCOUNT WAS OPEN TO CLOSED. MONTHLY BILLING HISTORY FROM OPEN TO CLOSED ACCOUNT. I HAVE ATTACHMENTS. IF THEY DONT PROPERLY HANDLE THIS, I WILL GATHER ALL MY INFORMATION OF DATA THEY SENT TO ME TELLING ME FALSE NARRATIVES AND I WILL FILE AND SEEK A CIVIL SUIT AND FILE LITIGATION.
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-03
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (LA)

Please take a look at the attached letters and ID docs for verification that it is XXXX XXXX XXXX filing this complaint. The stuff on my credit report is wrong and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports I never gave any written consent to report anything on my consumer reports no consent is fraud.
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-03
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. (CA)

I sent a letter onto remove items that is UNKNOWN to me. I came across this law today and according to the Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) you are required to remove/block any items or information not later than 4 business days. Ive already included this in my previous Complaint & I am including it again., XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX