davidheineman/consumer-finance-complaints-large huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
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. (TX)

I am writing to formally dispute unauthorized inquiries on my Equifax credit report, which have recently come to my attention. These inquiries were conducted without my consent or authorization, and as such, I request their immediate removal from my Equifax credit report in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically sections 609 ( a ) ( 2 ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). 


XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - I dispute this unauthorized inquiry listed on my credit report. I did not authorize or initiate this inquiry. I demand an immediate investigation into the legitimacy of this unauthorized inquiry. I insist on its prompt removal from my credit report. 

Under Section 609 ( a ) ( 2 ) of the FCRA, consumers have the right to request the disclosure of their credit report, including the sources of inquiries made within the past two years. Upon reviewing my credit report, I discovered unauthorized inquiries that were not initiated or authorized by me. These inquiries have negatively impacted my credit score and financial standing.

Furthermore, under Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) of the FCRA, consumers have the right to dispute inaccurate information on their credit reports and request its correction or removal. The unauthorized inquiries on my credit report are inaccurate and misleading, as they do not reflect any legitimate credit transactions or applications initiated by me.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (VA)

I checked my credit report and found that some of the data were incorrect. The XXXX 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 deletion due to inaccurate reporting in my file. 
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Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (MI)

I have proof that my personal information has been compromised/breach through Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX. 
I never gave any of those companies written or verbal consent to disclose my personal information.Now my credit is in shambles and Im being sued by debt collectors!
Consumer complaint received 2018-08-06
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Problem caused by your funds being low — Overdrafts and overdraft fees
Company: FIFTH THIRD FINANCIAL CORPORATION (FL)

I gave my daughter {$160.00} to deposit in my account at the ATM with my debit card acct : # XXXX, however, she went to the drive-through window. Even though she did not have a deposit slip the teller took the deposit, there are two accounts, but the teller placed the money in the wrong one, which causes the account to go in the negative when my XXXX  XXXX XXXX check presented to the account. I discovered the problem on XX/XX/2018, and contacted the bank immediately, the funds were transferred to the correct account by the bank rep : however, they refuse to return the {$37.00} overdraft fee. I would be very appreciative if you could assist me in recovering this fee. Thank you in advance. 

XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-17
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (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 has violated my rights. Or a list of inquiries : 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy. 

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years. 

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.
Consumer complaint received 2023-05-06
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (FL)

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act XXXX XXXX  XXXX has violated my rights 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
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NJ)

I am writing to dispute the late paymentreported on my credit report. Upon reviewing my credit report, I have noticed discrepancies that inaccurately reflect my payment history. Specifically, thelate paymentlisted on XXXX  with account number XXXX, which I believe are erroneous. 

According to Section 611 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), consumers have the right to dispute inaccurate information on their credit reports. The FCRA requires consumer reporting agencies to conduct a reasonable investigation into the disputed items and correct any inaccuracies.
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-05
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 have been trying to dispute incorrect and/or invalid items listed on my credit report and have gotten no assistance from the creditors or the credit bureaus regarding this matter. Please see attached documents and letter for referenced issues from above.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
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)

This is a formal notice to cease your unauthorized hard inquiries into my credit report and, a formal demand that you immediately contact the credit reporting agencies and credit bureaus, where your organization has made inquiries into my credit history, to have your illegal inquiries removed. Be advised that I will be checking my reports to ensure you have had the following unauthorized inquiries removed : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX To my knowledge, I have not signed any documents authorizing your organization to view my credit history therefore, your inquiry into my credit report violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Section 1681b ( c ) : Transactions Not Initiated by Consumer.
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-02
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I value your help to REMOVED a portion of the data in my credit file that came about because of FRAUD yet I have items passed on that should be taken out or blocked. Per FCRA segment 605, you are expected to eliminate any records recorded on an ID THEFT REPORT. I've proactively remembered this report for 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. 
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Consumer complaint received 2023-07-02
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (GA)

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Ga XXXX XX/XX/23 My credit report shows collections from your agency. I was never notified of this collection. Whats more, I do not believe this debt is accurate. Under the FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, I have the right to request and receive validation of the debt. 


XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
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. (TX)

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : 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 2024-04-10
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NY)

I have diligently corresponded with your bureau regarding my status as an identity theft victim, yet my concerns remain unresolved. I am once again disputing the damaging fraudulent information on my credit file. Despite submitting the required FTC complaint, your bureau continues to report these fraudulent accounts on my credit report. I have personally contacted the banks associated with these accounts, submitted the necessary documents, and ensured the immediate removal of these accounts from their records. It is puzzling that while other credit bureaus have promptly removed these accounts following the FTC submission, your bureau has not. I am curious to understand the verification process your bureau employed to continue reporting this fraudulent account. 

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Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
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. (MD)

I already wrote 2 letters to Equifax to dispute several hard inquiries that appear on my Equifax credit report. These inquiries are unverified, and I did not authorize any of them. As such, I request that they be removed from my credit report immediately, in accordance with my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX Equifax is refusing to do my investigation. Please see the attached old and follow up letters.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

I would like to dispute specific records in my credit file that appear to be unrelated to me, the fact that I appear to have signed any agreements, and the fact that I may have been the victim of identity theft. The items I'm contesting have nothing to do with any of the transactions I've finished or authorized to get products, services, or money. Please remove the following items. 
XXXX  XXXX Bankruptcy XXXX Date Filed/Reported : XX/XX/2018 Reference # : XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2018-12-19
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Unable to get your credit report or credit score — Problem getting your free annual credit report
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (WA)

I've been used to getting my annual reports from all three agencies for many years. After hearing from a credit card company that there was an attempt to use my card online, I wanted to see my reports and freeze everythiung. 

After getting my report from XXXX, I checked Experian. 

The first time I was required to upload documents in a black and white tiff file or pdf under 15 mb. I spent an hour trying to do the conversions, and despite familiarity with these processes, I could not do so. I've done file conversions for years. I had cropped the files, etc. But you can not reduce file size in either as they are vector files. But then I only tried three different conversion programs. They should accept the images in any format that a camera or smartphone takes them without requiring people to jump through hoops.

I began the process again and this time it accepted my answers.

Checking my report, it was spread apart on about 20 different pages, and they were summary. Again, this was made as difficult as possible. I did find an extra street address which didn't even exist and requested that it be deleted. I could not find the one place to download my credit report. Also, one account was missing. 

I successfully filed a dispute to delete the erroneous address. I saw options for credit alerts, fraud alerts and freezes plus other services and could not determine which I needed. I went through all the menus and could not decide. 

I then spent two hours trying to reach someone calling six phone numbers a total of eleven times., The numbers on their website would not allow me to reach anyone. I went through multiple levels of menus providing all sorts of information on each only to be given binary choices of yes or no to turn on one feature or another. Attempts to break through by pressing zero or saying agent did not work. The one number to get me through is not listed on their website, but a consumer agency. 

Once I dialed this number I did reach someone who was able to answer my questions. 

Experian has purposely made it impossible to reach them. I'm certain they can prevent credit freezes and have more records to sell and reduce their liability for errors by saying they were never told by the consumer. This is not what the law intended for consumers to experience.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

Formal Dispute of Unauthorized Mission XXXX XXXX Account I am writing to formally dispute the existence of an account under my name with XXXX XXXX XXXX that I believe has been opened fraudulently and without my consent or knowledge. I only became aware of this account by reviewing my credit report on XXXX, which indicates an account listed by XXXX XXXX XXXX [ insert any account number or reference if available, or state 'with no specific account number provided ' ]. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am entitled to dispute any inaccurate or fraudulent information on my credit report and request that it be investigated, corrected, or removed as necessary. This unauthorized account is not only inaccurate but also damaging to my credit standing and is the result of identity theft. 

I hereby request the following actions be taken as per the FCRA guidelines : Verification of the Account : Please conduct a thorough investigation into this account to verify its authenticity, how it was opened, and any documentation that was used to establish this account in my name. I assert that I did not authorize the opening of this account and have no knowledge of it prior to my credit report review.

Immediate Freeze on the Disputed Account : Pending the investigation, I request an immediate freeze on the account in question to prevent any further fraudulent activity. 

Correction of Credit Reports : Should the investigation confirm that the account was indeed opened fraudulently, I demand that this account be removed from my credit report with all three major credit bureaus ( Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX ) to correct the information and restore my credit score. 

Written Documentation : I request written confirmation of the investigation 's findings and a confirmation letter once the account has been removed from my credit reports. 

I expect a response to this dispute within the legally mandated timeframe of 30 days as outlined by the FCRA. Should you require any further information or documentation from my side, please do not hesitate to contact me at XXXX or XXXX. 

Thank you for your immediate attention to this serious matter. I trust in the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau 's commitment to protecting consumers against fraudulent financial activities and credit reporting inaccuracies. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-22
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. (WV)

I am aware that you have been responding to many of the disputes, complaints, and challenges with pre-written standard form letters, despite the precise information consumers have provided. I am well aware that this is ILLEGAL ; as each consumer dispute must be addressed individually and dealt with in accordance with its particular merits.

My letters have written and generated using accessible software that is available to everyone. If you choose not to process or address my letters, you are violating 15 U.S. Code 5 1681i. And it is against the law to delay the processing of letters from consumers based on the assumption that assistance from a third party may be available. This does not qualify as a legal exception. I am the sole author of any letters bearing my name, or they have been written by my advisors with my complete knowledge and consent. I understand that there is no requirement for you to request a Power of Attorney in order to delay processing consumer letters. If you fail to process my letters promptly, I will consider it as a deliberate disregard for my consumer rights. In such a case, I will be compelled to contact my attorney and pursue legal action.

According to the FCRA Section 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 ( l ) and the accepted STANDARD of Metro 2 data fild reporting, I have the right to dispute any information on my credit report that I believe is not correct. It is essential that all data included in a consumer 's file is properly documented and validated before it is made available for use by creditors. Therefore, I take this matter seriously. The allegations of delinquency and derogatory information against me are entirely false, I won't stand for any misinformation being associated with my name and fiancial history and I am determined to FIGHT back with ALL my strength! The accuracy of your credit report is crucial. The allegations listed do not meet the federal or state requirements for reporting and can not be substantiated. I challenge these claims due to their failure to comply with basic reporting standards, which would provide me with greater confidence in the accuracy of the information presented. It is your responsibility to maintain and report data with complete accuracy and compliance. You must not report any claims that you know do not meet regulatory requirements. It is crucial that we ensure all claims are accurate and reported in the appropriate format as mandated by the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and reporting standards such as METRO 2. I kindly request that you handle this matter with utmost care and diligence.
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-02
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I've expressed my complaints regarding identity theft on multiple occasions. Within four business days, you must remove or block any items that were opened without my knowledge, consent, or authority if you can provide the following : ( 1 ) suitable identification proof ; ( 2 ) a copy of an identity theft report ; ( 3 ) the consumer 's identification of the relevant information; and ( 4 ) a declaration from the customer stating that the information is unrelated to any transactions. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, FL XXXX ; XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX FL XXXX ; XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, FL XXXX ; XXXX XXXX XXXX, FL XXXX ; XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX, XXXX ; XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$4600.00} ; XXXX XXXX  XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} ; XXXX XXXX  Bankruptcy Date Filed/Reported : XX/XX/XXXX Reference # : XXXX ; XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX ; XXXX XX/XX/XXXX ; XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX ; XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
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. (NY)

When I reviewing my credit report, I was astounded to discover several inaccuracies that require urgent attention. Specifically. I don't know why this company has included this information on my credit report, as I have never missed a payment with any of them. I urge you to update this account promptly. Your assistance in resolving this matter is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your attention to this issue. I request an investigation into this account : XXXX XXXX XXXX