davidheineman/consumer-finance-complaints-large huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-18
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. (OH)

Congress states 15 USC 1681 Fair Credit Reporting Act ( a ) Accuracy and fairness of credit reports ( 4 ) There Is a need to insure that consumer reporting agencies exercise their grave responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and a respect for the consumer 's right to privacy. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX : Consumer Relations Department XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Subject : Notice of Intent to File Lawsuit for Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) I kindly request immediate removal and blocking of XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and the handling of my credit information by XXXX. I expect that necessary steps will be taken to ensure that my credit reports are accurately reflected and that any false or misleading information is removed without delay. 

Please consider this letter as a final opportunity for XXXX to rectify the situation in a fair and equitable manner. Failure to do so will leave me no alternative but to proceed with legal measures, seeking remedies for the damages sustained as a result of these ongoing violations. 

I anticipate your prompt attention to this matter and hope for a swift resolution. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter within 30 days. You may contact me at the above-mentioned email address or phone number if required. 

Thank you for your cooperation. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-31
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Synovus Bank (FL)

I am a victim of identity thief and the XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) and First progress ( XXXX ) on my credit report is not mine. Kindly remove it from my report as it inaccurately affects my credit history.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-16
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (MI)

Now, I've found that the accounts have been reinstated on my credit report. If any data previously removed from a consumer 's record under subparagraph ( A ) is added back, the consumer reporting agency must inform the consumer in writing within five business days of the reinstatement. Alternatively, if authorized by the consumer, the agency may use any other available means for notification. Below are the list of accounts that reinstated iin my Credit report : XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$510.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance XXXX {$1300.00} XXXX/XXXX  XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX  Balance : {$1800.00}
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-16
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. (MI)

Now, I've found that the accounts have been reinstated on my credit report. If any data previously removed from a consumer 's record under subparagraph ( A ) is added back, the consumer reporting agency must inform the consumer in writing within five business days of the reinstatement. Alternatively, if authorized by the consumer, the agency may use any other available means for notification. Below are the list of accounts that reinstated iin my Credit report : XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$510.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance XXXX {$1300.00} XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX  XXXX Balance : {$1800.00}
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-18
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 need to stress that I never gave permission for these accounts to be opened, and I believe they're the result of fraudulent activities. I urge you to meticulously examine these accounts and ensure they are promptly removed from my credit report. I've provided documents that back my assertions. I greatly value your swift action in resolving this issue.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-16
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (NY)

Please take a look at the attached letters and ID docs for verification that it is I 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 2023-03-12
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Refund anticipation check
Issue: Fraud or scam — 
Company: Chime Financial Inc (NE)

Chime card as stolen my money. I have been trying to get my refund that was sent back to the card on XX/XX/2022 from my cash app but chime is refusing g to give it back to me. I have sent them all my documentation that I got from XXXX XXXX showing they sent them my refund and still nothing. I have lost a lot from this and was late on car payments. Please can someone help me?
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-18
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)

XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, California XXXX SSN : XXXX XXXX : XX/XX/XXXX Subject : Urgent : Rectification of FCRA Violations Required in My Credit Report Dear Equifax, I trust this message finds you well. I'm writing urgently to address significant discrepancies in my credit report that blatantly contradict the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) guidelines. After meticulous review, it's apparent that several errors persist within my credit profile, signaling a notable oversight of FCRA compliance within your agency. 

To clarify : The Fair Credit Reporting Act stands as a critical federal statute governing the collection and reporting of consumer credit information. It mandates accurate acquisition, retention, and transparent sharing of a consumer 's credit data. 

Instances of FCRA violations I've identified include : Inaccurate financial data provided by creditors to reporting agencies. 
Merging of individuals ' information by reporting agencies due to name or social security number similarities. 
Neglect of prescribed dispute-resolution protocols by agencies. 
My rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act encompass : The right to verify the accuracy of my report, especially for employment purposes. 
Notification if information within my file has been used against me in credit applications or other transactions. 
The ability to dispute and request the removal of incomplete, erroneous, or unverifiable data. 
Removal of outdated negative information, typically after seven years ( ten in cases of bankruptcy ).

I formally request the immediate removal of the listed items below. These items blatantly violate FCRA standards due to inaccuracies, lack of verification, and persistent invalidation. Their presence has caused substantial distress, notably reflected in my recent denial for extended credit, arising from errors originating from your agency. 

XXXX. The inquiry was not authorized XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX I have no recollection of authorizing this credit pull and I demand this to be removed. 

XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Kindly investigate and make sure this account belongs to me, because I can not recognize this business. Please delete this account from my credit report. 



I urgently implore swift action to rectify these violations within the timeframe stipulated by the FCRA. Failing to address these concerns may compel me to explore further measures to ensure compliance with my rights under the FCRA. 

Best regards, XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-18
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Problem canceling credit monitoring or identify theft protection service
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

on XX/XX/2023, XX/XX/2023, XX/XX/2023 There are hard inquries on all three credit reports XXXX, equifax, and XXXX my credit score dropped from mid 700 's to low 500 's within a month and I sent letters-and spoke to representatives from all three credit reports that I did not authorize these hard inquires on my report and thus a police report was issued on XX/XX/2023 serieral number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : XXXX XXXX XXXX California on XX/XX/2023, I spoke with XXXX, representative in the special department at XXXX, she stated she is unable to remove hard inquires from my credit report unless she has a police report, FTC letter, or other documents to provide assistance with the investigations Report mailed today, XX/XX/2023 WHAT DOES THE LAW SAY : If you notice hard pulls on your credit that you did not consent to, you can demand the creditor remove the inquiry. If they do not do this, you can sue under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Withholding Notices You're entitled to notices concerning the reporting, handling, and use of your credit information. Notice violations under the FCRA might occur when : I was not notified to these hard inquiries on my credit report a creditor fails to notify you when it supplies negative credit information to a credit reporting agency a user of credit information ( such as a prospective employer or lender ) fails to notify you of a negative decision based on your credit report a creditor fails to provide you with your credit score if it was used as part of any credit decision a creditor fails to notify you of your right to dispute inaccurate credit information a creditor fails to notify you of your right to obtain a free credit report or a creditor or " user of information '' refuses to identify the source of the credit information it obtained about you.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-16
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (PA)

Please take a look at the attached letters and ID docs for verification that it is I 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 2023-12-18
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

I submitted a credit repair request to a company, but they failed to respond within the 30-day timeframe required by law. This failure to respond has negatively impacted my credit and caused difficulties for me. I am now considering submitting a complaint to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), in order to address the situation and protect my rights as a consumer.
Consumer complaint received 2022-11-24
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)

I am a natural person, I am a living human being, I have a rights under 15 USC 1681.

TransUnion is govern by 15 USC 1681 and they violated my rights numerous of times. I demand the accounts listed below be remove because According to 15 USC 1681 : I have the right to privacy and I did not give TransUnion written permission to furnish these accounts XXXX XXXX XXXX {$560.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX {$790.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX {$850.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX {$850.00} XXXX {$1100.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX {$8900.00}
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-16
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. (FL)

I am writing to formally demand the immediate removal of fraudulent information from my credit report. Upon reviewing my credit report, I discovered several accounts and addresses associated with fraudulent activity under the name XXXX XXXX. This fraudulent information has severely impacted my creditworthiness and financial stability. 

XXXX Accounts : XXXX. Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX. Account Name : XXXX XXXXXXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX. Account XXXX : XXXX Account XXXX : XXXX XXXX. Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX. Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Fraudulent Addresses : XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX NV XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX NV XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX NV XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX XXXX XXXX NV XXXX I hereby demand that you remove all fraudulent information associated with XXXX XXXX from my credit report within 14 business days. Failure to comply with this demand will leave me with no choice but to initiate the pre-arbitration process to resolve this matter. Furthermore, I will seek compensation for any damages incurred as a result of your failure to rectify this issue in a timely manner. 

I expect prompt action and confirmation of the removal of the fraudulent information once it has been completed. Please provide written confirmation to me at the address listed above. 

Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-18
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)

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 2023-12-18
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (TX)

I am a victim of identity theft. I am writing to request that you delete the following fraudulent inaccurate information from my credit report. Someone has used my personal information to obtain loans and credit cards. 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. Please let me know if you need any other information from me to block this information from my credit report. Thank you.
Consumer complaint received 2022-03-07
Product: Credit card or prepaid card — Store credit card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement — Card was charged for something you did not purchase with the card
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL (NC)

In XXXX of XXXX, my Synchrony bank Ashley Furniture credit card was charged ~ {$500.00} for a purchase that I did not make. Ashley Furniture told me that it was in Synchrony 's hands because they can not prove that I made the purchase ( since the charge was fraudulent ). Synchrony told me that they would dispute it and send it to the fraud department. The fraud department refunded the account and created a new account for me so that I could pay off what I owed on a previous purchase I DID make. Once I paid the card off, I tried to close the account by calling. They informed me that I still had charges on the account and the previous fraudulent charges magically migrated to the new account. Again, Synchrony sent it to be disputed, but this time ruled in favor of Ashley Furniture since I could not provide a receipt ( for something I never purchased ). I have since been trying to resolve this issue every couple of months hoping for them to right their wrong and just remove the fraudulent charge. Now on XX/XX/XXXX, I am still getting calls from Synchrony ( mind you, for some reason, I've yet to be sent to collections for this ) and when I threatened to get a lawyer involved, they claimed to have a purchase order but could not tell me whose name was on it, how much it was for, etc. When I told them that I never signed a purchase order and this was the first time this has been mentioned, they put me on hold for about an hour before I had to hang up because I am currently XXXX and had to work.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-16
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

Please take a look at the attached letters and ID docs for verification that it is I 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 2023-12-04
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: World Acceptance Corporation (SC)

In accordance with the fair credit Reporting act XXXX Account XXXX, has violated my rights. 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.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-16
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. (SC)

I am writing to dispute several unauthorized credit inquiries listed on my credit report. According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Section 609, I have the right to request the validation and verification of any information listed on my credit report. Upon reviewing my credit report from your bureau, I discovered multiple inquiries that I did not authorize nor consent to.

The unauthorized credit inquiries occurred on [ Date ( s ) of Inquiries ], and I have counted a total of [ Number of Inquiries ] inquiries within the span of a single day. It is imperative to emphasize that I did not initiate nor authorize any agencies or institutions to conduct these inquiries on my credit report. As a responsible consumer, I am vigilant about my credit activities and take great care in managing my credit profile. 

The FCRA provides clear guidelines regarding permissible purposes for accessing consumer credit reports. Any inquiry made on my credit report without my explicit authorization is a violation of my rights under this act. Furthermore, such unauthorized inquiries can adversely affect my credit score and financial standing. 

I am formally requesting the immediate removal of these unauthorized inquiries from my credit report. Additionally, I expect a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding these inquiries to prevent similar occurrences in the future. As per FCRA Section 609, I request that you provide me with written documentation confirming the removal of these inquiries from my credit report within 30 days of receiving this letter. 

Failure to comply with my request within the stipulated time frame will leave me with no choice but to pursue legal action to ensure my rights under the FCRA are upheld. I trust that you will handle this matter with the urgency and seriousness it deserves. 

Enclosed with this letter are copies of my credit report highlighting the unauthorized inquiries for your reference and investigation. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to receiving confirmation of the removal of these inquiries from my credit report. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX Any additional supporting documents ( Police Report )
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-18
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (NJ)

I am a victim of identity theft and have made this clear to this company. 

I sent the first letter to them on XX/XX/2023, letting them know I am a victim of identity theft and that 2 accounts were opened in my name. I went on to ask them to validate the accounts and remove them if they couldn't. 

I sent the second letter to them on XX/XX/2023, letting them know that I know they have 30 days to verify the disputed accounts and that I haven't heard from them yet. 

I am sending the third letter to them on XX/XX/2023, letting them know that I still have not heard from them and that further action would be taken if they do not uphold the law in this matter. I told them that I fully intend to pursue litigation in accordance with the FCRA. 

I will be sending the fourth letter on XX/XX/2023, notifying them of my final written offer of settlement before litigation as my attempt to resolve their continued violation of the FCRA regarding their refusal to delete unverified information from my consumer profile. I will inform them that I intend to seek relief and monetary damages under FCRA section 616 and section 617, being that it has now been over 30 days with no verification results from them. 

I have also filed an Identity Theft Report with the Federal Trade Commission regarding this matter. 

At this point, I can not confirm if they have done a single thing to protect me and my credit.
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-26
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION (CA)

I assert that the reported account is invalid. CAPITAL ONE BANK must verify under oath its validity, ensuring it is free from any claims and defenses, including breach of agreement, failure of consideration, or material alterations. Additionally, CAPITAL ONE BANK must confirm the original lender-provided value. 
CAPITAL ONE XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2023-07-28
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (MA)

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 paty.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.