davidheineman/consumer-finance-complaints-large huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2018-08-12
Product: Debt collection — Medical debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was paid
Company: Carter Business Service, Inc. (MA)

On XXXX I received my first notice/bills from Carter Business Services , Inc ( the collection agency ) in XXXX, MA in the amount of {$1.00} for services provided on XX/XX/XXXX and {$59.00} for services provided on XX/XX/XXXX. These two notices informed me that XXXX XXXX, XXXX has released my personal and individually identifiable health information ( PHR ) to Garter Business Services in order to collect the outstanding balances. Prior to these two bills/notices I have paid all my medical bills to XXXX XXXX XXXX. I have never received any bills from XXXX XXXX, XXXX. The transfer of my personal information and PHR was done without my knowledge or my authorization and violated HIPAA regulations and Massachusetts Privacy Act. I mailed a letter to XXXX XXXX XXXX Privacy Officer on XX/XX/XXXX and requested a rescind of my all personal information and my PHR from Carter Business Services , Inc and deletion of any adverse information on my credit report. I also requested a written response within 10 days but have not received any response. 
I called Carter Business Services, Inc on XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX and provided them with copies of all my medical bills paid to XXXX XXXX XXXX. I also called my medical insurance, XXXX XXXX XXXX and it was confirmed that my annual deductible has been met. I disputed the claim from Carter Business Services, Inc in writing by sending them a letter dated XX/XX/XXXX and requesting a validation of the alleged debt to XXXX XXXX, XXXX. I also informed the Carter Business Services , Inc of " breach of security '' with respect to my personal information and unsecured PHR without my authorization. 
I received a written response from Carter Business Services , Inc dated XX/XX/XXXX referring to the attached paperwork as a copy of the " itemized bill ''. It had a balance of {$61.00}. The paperwork contained more sensitive individually identifiable health information ( PHR ) with names of procedures, referring doctors and medical tests conducted during the year XXXX. 
On XX/XX/XXXX I mailed my response stating that the copy of the itemized bill has no viable evidence, bearing my signature that I have any contractual obligation to pay the alleged debt. Also, Carter Business Services, Inc have not provided me with any agreement that grants them the authority to collect. 
I mailed another letter to XXXX XXXX XXXX Privacy Officer and XXXX XXXX, XXXX dated XX/XX/XXXX asking them to rescind all of my personal and PHR from Carter Business Services , Inc and requested that all adverse entries on my credit report by Carter Business Services , Inc be deleted immediately. 
Please feel free to contact me by phone at XXXX. 
Thank you. 
XXXX XXXX.
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. (FL)

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX provided me with documentation assuring that they have never reported me late. Equifax has it as I was late the month of XXXX and XXXX. I provided this information to the credit bureau Equifax, and they have done nothing this is unacceptable. They are violating 15 U.S. CODE 1681 ( a ) By reporting in accurate information. the late payment is hindering me from being able to obtain credit or buy a home for my family.
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (MO)

I filed a dispute for incorrect information on my credit report. I received an email from the credit bureau stating that they are assuming the disputes are coming from a 3rd party. They in fact did not come from a 3rd party. l even called them to verify it was me and they still refused to process my disputes. I wasted money on mailing my disputes out. I sent personal information to verify my identity through mail, just for them to not thoroughly investigate.
Consumer complaint received 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. (CA)

I am XXXX XXXX, and Im submitting this complaint myself and there is no third party involved. I attached letters to let you know more in detail about what they are reporting in my credit report. They reported inaccurate information in my credit report with inconsistent and untimely dates reported across the XXXX Bureaus, XXXX, XXXX, and Equifax.
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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (IL)

I filed a dispute for incorrect information on my credit report. I received an email from the credit bureau stating that they are assuming the disputes are coming from a 3rd party. They in fact did not come from a 3rd party. l even called them to verify it was me and they still refused to process my disputes. I wasted money on mailing my disputes out. I sent personal information to verify my identity through mail, just for them to not thoroughly investigate.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (CA)

The absence of valid evidence corroborating its accuracy and its reporting without substantiated proof contravene the 15 USC 1681i ( 7 ). I urge for the swift removal of this account unless sufficient evidence affirming its validity is furnished.
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. (CA)

I am XXXX XXXX, and Im submitting this complaint myself and there is no third party involved. I attached letters to let you know more in detail about what they are reporting in my credit report. They reported inaccurate information in my credit report with inconsistent and untimely dates reported across the XXXX Bureaus, Transunion, XXXX, and 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 XXXXXXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXXXXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX : Account Number : XXXX And lists of unauthorized inquiries that don't have PERMISSIBLE PURPOSE to be on my credit report. 

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 XX/XX/XXXX 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 XXXX 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: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

The absence of valid evidence corroborating its accuracy and its reporting without substantiated proof contravene the 15 USC 1681i ( 7 ). I urge for the swift removal of this account unless sufficient evidence affirming its validity is furnished.
Consumer complaint received 2016-03-01
Product: Debt collection — Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)
Issue: Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed — Debt resulted from identity theft
Company: Aldous & Associates, PLLC (NY)

My identity was stolen and used to add XXXX extra cell phone lines to my XXXX wireless account. After filing fraud with XXXX and getting affidavits of fraud for each individual line added to my account and police report and countless conversations with XXXX, the extra cell phone lines were erased off of my cell phone account. So because the lines were canceled, the company XXXX XXXX has been coming after me saying I canceled the insurance for those fraudulent lines and that I owe money to them. I did not comply because I never signed a contract with them during the fraud and it was forwarded to the company Aldous and Associates who have been threatening to send this into collections and that I owe {$800.00}. Please help me put an end to this.
Consumer complaint received 2018-08-12
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (NC)

To Whom It May Concern : I have noticed that you have placed an inquiry on my Equifax credit file dated XX/XX/2018, I've contacted Equifax several times about when i was first made aware of this matter. 

As you probably know, Credit Reporting Agencies treat inquiries as a statement of fact and will not allow a consumer to dispute them. Since it is against federal law ( Fair Credit Reporting Act -- 15 USC? 1681b ) for an entity to view a consumer 's credit report without a " permissible purpose, '' I am writing to inquire as to your alleged purpose, for doing so since I did not apply for employment with your organization nor did I request credit from your organization. 

Equifax report that you pulled a hard inquiry. 


Based on the evidence in my possession, this inquiry was performed under false pretenses as described in the clear language of the law. 15 USC? 1681n ( a ) ( 1 ) ( B ) states, in part, " in the case of liability of a natural person for obtaining a consumer report under false pretenses or knowingly without a permissible purpose, actual damages sustained by the consumer as a result of the failure are {$1000.00}, whichever is greater ; '' To Whom It May Concern : I have noticed that you have placed an inquiry on my XXXX and Equifax credit file dated XX/XX/2018 and XX/XX/2018. As you probably know, Credit Reporting Agencies treat inquiries as a statement of fact and will not allow a consumer to dispute them. Since it is against federal law ( Fair Credit Reporting Act -- 15 USC? 1681b ) for an entity to view a consumer 's credit report without a " permissible purpose, '' I am writing to inquire as to your alleged purpose, for doing so since I did not apply for employment with your organization nor did I request credit from your organization. 

Both Equifax and XXXX report that you pulled a hard inquiry. 


Based on the evidence in my possession, this inquiry was performed under false pretenses as described in the clear language of the law. 15 USC? 1681n ( a ) ( 1 ) ( B ) states, in part, " in the case of liability of a natural person for obtaining a consumer report under false pretenses or  knowingly without a permissible purpose, actual damages sustained by the consumer as a result of the failure are {$1000.00}, whichever is greater ; ''
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

There is a wrong account showing a late payment payment in my credit report. This is a mistake an i need proof for this account as true XXXX XXXX XXXX with a late paymentI formally request that the following inaccurate items be immediately investigated.They must be removed in order to show my true credit history, as these items should not be on my report. Pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) ,15 USC section 1681i, I will expect you to complete the verification within 30 ( thirty ) days.

I understand that failure to investigate these accounts within a period of thirty days will result in non-verification which requires that the above accounts be immediately removed from my credit file.

I also understand that the Fair Credit Reporting Act specifically 15 USC sections 1681i ( d ) and 1681j requires that I receive both written notification of the appropriate corrections and updated credit reports at no charge.
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-20
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (AZ)

It has been drawn out into the open that you are not hindering records when I sent a copy of the FTC report. Since it is a necessity by regulation 605b of the FCRA I'm sending this Complaint to assist with laying out a lawful response. In the event that you decide to not obstruct the accompanying things recorded beneath which are answering erroneously because of fraud, I will hand my archives over to my lawyer to begin a legitimate activity. It's my goal to not seek after any legitimate activity so if it's not too much trouble, comply with the law. 
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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 : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX : Account Number : XXXX And lists of unauthorized inquiries that don't have PERMISSIBLE PURPOSE to be 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 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: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (GA)

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

Account Name : XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX Bankruptcy : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXXXXXX Bankruptcy : Account Number : XXXX And lists of unauthorized inquiries that don't have PERMISSIBLE PURPOSE to be on my credit report. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  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 — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (IL)

I am reaching out in a respectful manner to address the inaccuracies found in the information reported on my credit file. Despite the frustration I feel about this situation, I recognize that errors can inadvertently occur. I trust that you will take the necessary measures to promptly rectify this matter. 
The presence of these inaccurate late payment entries is negatively impacting my ability to secure the necessary credit, significantly lowering my credit score. Seeking guidance from professionals has confirmed the existence of legal safeguards designed to prevent the dissemination of inaccurate credit information. I approach this matter with utmost seriousness and I kindly request the swift removal of the late payment designations from my account.
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. (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 : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXXXXXX XXXX : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX  : Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX : Account Number : XXXX And lists of unauthorized inquiries that don't have PERMISSIBLE PURPOSE to be 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  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 — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (AR)

I paid off my loan to XXXX around XXXX. They have reported that info to XXXX and they have updated my credit report. Equifax and XXXX have yet to update my credit report, even though I have submitted at least XXXX disputes, providing the info to them that the account is paid in full. At one point they removed it from my credit stating it was paid in full, but then put it back on my credit report a few days later. I decided to reach out to XXXX to see if they could reach out to the credit reporting agencies and they say my account doesn't exist since it's been paid in full. I have submitted proof to the reporting agencies showing that my loan is paid in full. I got the loan pay off letter in my email from XXXX when I paid off my loan.
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. (SC)

In accordance with the fair credit reporting act XXXX Account # XXXX, has violated my rights. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States 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 written instructions.
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 — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (SC)

I LOST my wallet along with my SSN card long ago. I am a victim of identity theft I have obtained a copy of my credit report with XXXX XXXX and there are multiple accounts reporting to my credit profile that are fraudulent. I have also found out that the account listed below are not connected to my current address. The information listed in this letter, which is reporting to my credit does not relate to any transaction ( s ) that I have made. It is the result of identity Theft
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-10
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (IL)

I received a copy of my credit report and found the following itemsto be errors. You know, I'm tired of sending letter after letter to your company. I've wasted a lot of time trying to get this matter resolved, yet you still will not conduct a proper investigation into my account. It seems to me that your company ignores the laws put in place to protect consumers like myself.