davidheineman/consumer-finance-complaints-large huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-31
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (GA)

The unverified accounts indicated below continue to report on my credit report despite several written requests, in violation of federal law. Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) require these accounts to be authenticated ( A ). I will take legal action against you if you do not validate these accounts. Please follow the law so that this situation can be settled quickly. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$34000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$25000.00} XXXX XXXX Balance : {$190.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX Balance : {$170000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$550.00} XXXX XXXX Balance : {$170000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$24000.00} XXXX  XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$35000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00}
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Advertising and marketing, including promotional offers — Confusing or misleading advertising about the credit card
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (VA)

I affirm that the inclusion of incorrectly reported late payment remarks on my accounts is a breach of the 15 USC 1666. Every payment linked to these accounts has been promptly made, and any departure from this precise reporting is unjust and unlawful.
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-03
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. (SC)

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 U.S.C 1681 XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX has violated my rights. 

15 U.S.C 1681 section 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 1681 C ( 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 with antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C 1681S-2 ( A ) 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 2024-04-19
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (FL)

ON XXXX, i sent letters disputing the inaccurate information they are reporting on my credit report, per 15 USC 1681e ( b ) states Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates. 
all of the information is being reported inaccurately and incompletely, and i need the following tradelines deleted : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (IL)

The distress stemming from this situation is tangible, affecting my sleep quality and leaving me unsettled. The discrepancy feels difficult to reconcile with my consistent payment history. I implore you to promptly rectify my account.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19
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)

Recently I looked at a copy of my credit report and noticed several inaccuracies on my account. This account is hurting my ability to obtain credit. It is my understanding that you will investigate this item listed below for me to ensure accuracy. 

XXXX XXXX, Account # XXXX  XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-31
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. (AL)

Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX I am writing to formally dispute the charge off listed on my credit report for the above-mentioned account. I believe that this charge off is inaccurate and violates the provisions set forth by the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and other applicable credit laws. 

I have reviewed my credit report, obtained from your bureau on [ XX/XX/2023 ], and noticed that the charge off is negatively impacting my creditworthiness. As a responsible consumer, I am committed to maintaining a positive credit history, and I believe it is crucial to address any inaccuracies promptly. 

I would like to bring to your attention the following points regarding the disputed charge off : XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX. Incomplete or Inaccurate Reporting : The information provided in the credit report is incomplete and fails to accurately reflect the details of the account. I request that you investigate and provide a comprehensive and accurate account history, including the original creditor, account balance, and payment history. 

2. Verification of Debt : Pursuant to the FCRA, I request that you provide me with the necessary documentation to verify the validity of the debt. This includes a complete account statement, copies of any contracts or agreements, and proof of ownership of the debt.

3. Timely Reporting : I believe that the charge off was reported to the credit bureaus in violation of the FCRA 's guidelines. The reporting of this charge off was not done within the required timeframe, and I request that you correct this error immediately.

4. Statute of Limitations : I am aware that there is a statute of limitations for reporting negative information on my credit report. If the charge off is beyond the permissible reporting period, I request that you remove it from my credit report accordingly.

I kindly request that you conduct a thorough investigation into this matter and provide me with a written response within 30 days, as mandated by the FCRA. Please ensure that any corrections or updates made to my credit report are promptly reflected across all three major credit bureaus. 

Additionally, I would appreciate your assistance in notifying the original creditor of this dispute and requesting that they cease any collection activities until this matter is resolved. 

Please find enclosed copies of relevant documents supporting my dispute, including my credit report highlighting the disputed charge off. I trust that you will handle this matter with the utmost professionalism and in accordance with the credit laws. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to receiving your prompt response and a resolution to this dispute. 

Sincerely, [ XXXX XXXX XXXX ]
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-07
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (SC)

According to my research about FCRA 605, Credit Bureaus are required by law to remove & block any items which are found to be opened due to identity theft. Again, it appears that my credit with you has been compromised, these items being reported are creating a ton of emotional & financial stress which is impacting my ability to sleep, causing problems at my job & creating unwanted stress in my home life. The following items that you must remove are listed below : 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2023-11-28
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (IN)

The situation at hand is causing me considerable distress and affecting my sleep quality. I find it hard to come to terms with the issue. I urge you to rectify my account without delay.
Consumer complaint received 2023-04-12
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 — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NJ)

I discovered that some of the information on my credit report was incorrect when I reviewed it. Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) require the 3 credit bureaus to validate these accounts ( A ). It is not permissible to fail to validate these reporting accounts as unverified information without providing proof within the time frame specified by law. My credit report includes the following erroneous information that needs to be investigated and corrected : XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$120.00}, XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00}, XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$1900.00}
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NY)

I want to make it clear that I didn't give written permission for these specific transactions to be included in my consumer report. So, I'm formally asking for these accounts to be blocked and removed. It's important to stress that this request is not a mistake, and it's not based on any false information regarding why I want these transactions blocked.
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-31
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. (GA)

This is the several times I've complained about being a victim of identity theft. You must remove/block any account that was opened without my knowledge, consent, or authority within 4 business days with ( 1 ) appropriate proof of the identity of the consumer ; ( 2 ) a copy of an identity theft report ; ( 3 ) the identification of such information by the consumer; and ( 4 ) a statement by the consumer that the information is not information relating to any transaction by the consumer. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$7800.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$68.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$7600.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/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: EQUIFAX, INC. (MS)

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 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written inructions 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 2023-07-05
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. (VA)

I submitted a letter to the Credit Bureaus to correct these erroneous items. I think you have not validated these items in accordance with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), and I will pursue legal action against them. These were already included in my prior complaint and I'm including them again. 

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Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

To Whom It May Concern : I am a victim of identity theft. The fraudulent information listed below is showing on my credit file but is not mine. I am officially disputing the fraudulent information and request an immediate investigation. Please remove the fraudulent information immediately from my file. 

Account : XXXX  XXXX XXXX XX/XX/2021 Once the fraudulent information has been removed, please send me a copy of my corrected credit report. 

I look forward to hearing from you soon. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX CA XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-30
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)

My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-31
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. (GA)

This is the several times I've complained about being a victim of identity theft. You must remove/block any account that was opened without my knowledge, consent, or authority within 4 business days with ( 1 ) appropriate proof of the identity of the consumer ; ( 2 ) a copy of an identity theft report ; ( 3 ) the identification of such information by the consumer; and ( 4 ) a statement by the consumer that the information is not information relating to any transaction by the consumer. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$7800.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$68.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, GA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$7600.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-31
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. (MA)

My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX this complaint is not made in error neither is it being made by a third party.I declare under penalty of perjury I am alleging that a person or company- without my authorization- from unauthorized use of my social security number and card used my personal identifying information to apply for goods, services, or money ; and, was successful in creating some accounts. I have no knowledge of this and All is being investigated by the FTC 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 2022-11-17
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (CA)

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 # Starting in 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 2024-04-19
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (IN)

On XX/XX/2024 I sent a letter regarding inaccurate and unknown things on my credit report. To this day over 60 days later i have not recieved a repsonse yet. I feel like i'm being taken advantage of and being ignored of my disputes section XXXX ( a ) it is plainy stated that a failure to investigate these items within 30 days gives reason to immediately remove those items from my credit it has been over 60 days so they should be deleted promptly. I demand these accounts be deleted immediately or i will file for litigation due to the stress you caused me. My information was impacted by the equifax data breach and may have got into the hands of the wrong person.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19
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. (NC)

I recently reviewed my credit report and noticed an account that was not reporting accurately. i had three late payments on an account that i was in fact paid on time. The consumer reporting agencies need to report all information with complete accuracy. this account has not been late on payments ive attached a copy of my report to this complaint on the following dates ( XX/XX/2022 ) ( XX/XX/2022 ) ( XX/XX/2022 ) Im now requesting you investigate this account and update these payments to paid on time immediately. Thank you for your understanding and prompt action.
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-03
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 am a victim of identity-theft. I am writing to request that you block all the following fraudulent accounts in my files with XXXX, XXXX, and Experian. This information does not relate to any transactions I made. I did not authorize anyone to use my personal information. I hereby exercise my legal rights enacted by The Federal Trade Commission, which explicitly states when a victim files an affidavit it shall beg honored by all credit bureaus and all fraudulent information must be blocked within 4 days and proper notification shall be given to all furnishers pursuant to section 605b of The Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act. Failure to comply shall lead to complaints being filed with XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and Attorney General with legal action of your companys unlawful collection practices, misrepresentation of reporting inaccurate debts, and noncompliance to adhere to laws enacted to help those who are victims of identity-theft. I request that an extended fraud alert be placed in my file explaining that fraudulent applications may be submitted in my name. Do not extend credit without first contacting me personally and verifying all applications.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19
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. (NJ)

I told XXXX, XXXX, and Equifax to reinvestigate these accounts : Account that i attach bellow However, they stated everything was complete and accurate. But how is that possible if the open date, date of last activity and much more is incorrect. According to 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ), they are supposed to modify accounts that aren't reporting correctly.

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 2023-12-03
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. (CA)

IN ACCORRDANCE WITH THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT. THE LIST ACCOUTS BELOW HAS VPLIDATED MY FEDERALLY PROTECTED CONSUMER RIGHTS TO PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY UNDER 15 U.S 1689. 


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 1681A SECTION 602 A. STATE I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY 15 U.S.C DECTION 604 A SECTION 2 : IT ALSO STATES A COMUSMER REPORTING AGENCY CONNOT FURNISH ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN NOTICE.

15 U.S.C 1681C. ( A ) ( 5 ) SECTION STATES NO CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY MAY MAKE ANY CONSUMER REPORT CONTAINING ANY OF THE FOLLOWING TEMS OF INFORMATION ANY OTHER ADVERSE ITEM OF INFORMATION, OTHER THAN RECORDS OF CONVICTIONS WHICH ANTEDATES THE REPORTING BY MORE THAN SEVEN YEARS.

15 U.S.C1681S.-2 ( A ) ( 1 ).