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Consumer complaint received 2023-05-04
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

I am not late on these accounts I want this late payment deleted from my account within 15 days, this is not mine, I'm not aware of this, Under USC 1666b. See the documents attached. 

XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-22
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Freeway Funding, Inc. (CA)

I opened an account with Freeway Funding in XX/XX/XXXX '. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, this creditor has violated my rights. Under 15 USC 1681a1 " Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system ''. Attached are my credit reports which will clearly show inaccuracies in payments and balances as well. 15 USC 1681 604a states that any consumer reporting agency can only furnish a consumer report with my written permission. 15 USC 1681 602a4 states that I have the right to privacy.
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-22
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc. (CA)

I opened an account with Commenity Capital Bank at Forever 21 XXXX XXXX. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, this creditor has violated my rights. Under 15 USC 1681a1 " Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system ''. Attached are my credit reports which will clearly show inaccuracies in opening dates, my name, payments, and balances as well. 15 USC 1681 604a states that any consumer reporting agency can only furnish a consumer report with my written permission. 15 USC 1681 602a4 states that I have the right to privacy.
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-08
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. (FL)

I looked over my credit report and saw some inaccurate information. Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) mandate that the three credit bureaus confirm these details ( A ). These accounts may not be reported as unverified information without providing any supporting information within the legally allowed time range. The following accounts are shown on my credit report as needing investigation and correction because they were reported incorrectly in my file. 
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Consumer complaint received 2023-01-30
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. (CA)

Experian has not updated the information. They will take something off and then add an old account showing a charge off. I have sent 1099A and 1099C to IRS 6-9months ago and Experian refuses to update. I have several credit companies I use to check my credit and EXPERIAN NEVER GETS IT RIGHT! Putting my credit in constant trouble afte I have already discharged the debt with IRS. ALL COMPANIES HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED AT LEAST 3/4 times in the last 2 years. 
I provided an accurate up to date credit report from XXXX. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX  A proposed class action lawsuit has been filed against XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX which the suit notes also does business as XXXX XXXX and XXXXXXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX over claims that the company violated the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). The plaintiffs in the case, a married couple, allege that they received a collection notice from the defendant that stated they owed {$330.00} in undisclosed fees. The suit argues that these collection fees were not authorized by the plaintiffs contract with their creditor and were therefore illegal.
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-26
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 you setting aside some margin to REMOVE a portion of the data in my credit document ; notwithstanding, there are still many accounts to be deleted. Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) require the credit bureaus to confirm these accounts. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-22
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: ONLINE Information Services, Inc. (OH)

Subject : Formal Notice of Violations and Request for Remediation Dear Online Information Services, I am writing to bring to your immediate attention clear violations of both federal and state laws in the manner XXXX XXXX XXXX has handled my credit information. 

It has come to my notice that unauthorized items have been reported to my credit report without my explicit consent, constituting a serious breach of privacy and identity fraud. This action violates FCRA Section 604 ( a ) ( 3 ) ( A ), Ohio Revised Code ( ORC ) Section 1349.19, and ORC Section 1349.191. 

Furthermore, the unauthorized reporting is adversely affecting my creditworthiness, and I assert that even in the case of a permissible purpose, my explicit consent is a necessity, as outlined in FCRA Section 604 ( a ) ( 3 ) ( A ) and ORC Section 1349.19. 

I am formally demanding the immediate removal of this unauthorized and unverifiable item from my credit report, in clear violation of FCRA Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), Ohio Revised Code Section 1349.19, and ORC Section 1349.191. I expect this to be done within 30 days from the receipt of this complaint, as stipulated by FCRA Section 623 ( a ) ( 8 ) and Ohio state law. Failure to comply within the specified timeframe will be considered willful noncompliance, subject to legal consequences. 

Moreover, I insist on Online Information Service providing a written document that proves I, as the consumer, have granted explicit permission for your agency to access my consumer profile. This failure to obtain consent is a direct violation of FCRA Section 604 ( a ) ( 3 ) ( A ) and ORC Section 1349.19. 

This correspondence serves as a formal notice of violations, and I expect prompt action to remedy these breaches of federal and state laws. Failure to address and rectify these issues will leave me with no choice but to pursue legal action to protect my rights. 

I anticipate your immediate attention to this matter and demand a swift resolution to ensure the accuracy and integrity of my credit report. 

Done in good faith.
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-22
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: LEXISNEXIS (SC)

AS A CONSUMER I AM SUBMITTING THIS REPORT TODAY, THE CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, LEXISNEXIS, XXXX, XXXX AND XXXX HAVE VIOLATED 18 USC 1028A, WHICH PROHIBITS AGGRAVATED IDENTITY THEFT. THIS VIOLATION OCCURED WHEN THESE ENTITIES FURNISHED INFORMATION WITHOUT MY CONSENT, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING INQUIRIES : TO MY REPORTS. ADDITIONALLY, THEY HAVE CONTRAVENED 15 USC 1681b, which outlines the permissible purpose of consumer reports. Credit Card Opened by the Thief Company or Organization : Under penalty of perjury, I declare this information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that knowingly making any false statements to the government may violate federal, state, or local criminal statutes, and may result in a fine, imprisonment, or both. Use this form to prove to businesses and credit bureaus that you have submitted an FTC Identity Theft Report to law enforcement. I am aware that some businesses might request that you also file a report with your local police. Form SSA-89 was requested by me to the creditor as validation of applying for an account. The form should always be filled out by any creditor releasing credit to a consumer along with providing proof of a wet ink signature. Without that, it isn't valid and should be removed immediately.
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-22
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: CL Holdings LLC (VA)

I am not liable and refuse to pay this debt with XXXX XXXX I have no contract with Jefferson Capital Systems in regards to account # XXXX. The information on my credit report is inaccurate and I demand that it be investigated and removed immediately to avoid further legal actions against all parties involved. Thanks in advance.
Consumer complaint received 2023-04-26
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. (TX)

Inaccurate credit inquiries from On XX/XX/2022, XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX  On XX/XX/2022, XXXX XXXX XXXX On XX/XX/2022, XXXX XXXX On XX/XX/2022, XXXX XXXX Tried several times and reached out to the company certified letters I do not have an open account with the company ..Please remove inaccurate information
Consumer complaint received 2023-11-09
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement — Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY (AZ)

On the XXXX of XX/XX/2023, an erroneous charge of {$530.00}, the actual and correct charge should have been {$390.00}. Despite assurances from the store manager about a {$130.00} refund, it never materialized. Subsequent attempts to address the issue with Wells Fargo Credit Card Company hit a roadblock as they flatly refused to initiate a dispute for the {$130.00} charge.
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-31
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Communication tactics — Frequent or repeated calls
Company: PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES INC (CA)

Portfolio Recovery calls me everyday. I have answered some calls but nobody speaks from their end, why? I did an annual credit report recently and it shows no debt. I have attempted to block them but they persistently call me during work hours, evening hours ( after XXXX XXXX ), and on weekends. I have evidence of them calling. Portfolio Recovery has called me on the following dates from the following phone numbers : 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 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 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 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 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-22
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Allied Collection Services, Inc. (Nevada) (FL)

XXXX, XXXX, and XXXX have been reporting on my personal SSN credit report a collection account from Allied Financial Services from a fraudulent transaction I disputed on my XXXX XXXX Credit Card. For over two years, allied collection service had harassed me via phone calls calling to collect a debt that I did not create or owe. 

The reporting agencies and the creditor mentioned above have been put on notice multiple times via mail for violating my rights Fair Credit Reporting Act and other laws that govern every consumer in America. The past few years have been a nightmare with no successful credit applications being processed due to these collections negatively impacting my report. Reporting wrongful information on ones credit report is a violation of 15 USC 1666 where its states that a company has to conduct an investigation and remove the account in the event that the information is determined to be an error. 
The reporting agencies successfully removed the report from my report for one month and then successfully removed the collection from my report only to have it added on again. 

Aside from the the original creditor, Allied Collection Services, continuing to sell my information to 3rd parties reporting agencies, a violation under 15 USC 6802 Obligations with respect to disclosures of personal information, they also violated my rights by never having sent me a opt out form allowing me to opt out of any reporting of these accounts onto my credit report. 

For these reasons, I would like to file a complaint against these companies for their damages due to their unlawful acts and unfair practices. Their use of my information is not authorized and has been made known to them in several written notices of the course of the past year attempting to have the false information removed.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-01
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc. (NY)

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 2024-01-21
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES INC (FL)

Dear CFPB, My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, and I am writing to demand the removal of an inaccurate collection account from my credit report and compensation for my time and effort in disputing it. The account in question is from PORTFOLIO RECOVERY and XXXX XXXX XXXX. and it is showing on my credit report without my consent. I have no contract with PORTFOLIO RECOVERY nor XXXX XXXX XXXX. and have given no consent for them to use my name, likeness, or credit data. 
Furthermore, this collection account violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) as per Section 607 ( a ) ( 1 ) and ( 2 ) of the FCRA which requires credit reporting agencies like XXXX to ensure that the information they report is accurate, complete and up-to-date. Also, Section 615 ( a ) ( 1 ) states that no person shall furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or consciously avoids knowing that the information is inaccurate. Additionally, this violates Section 621 of the FCRA which states that any person who willfully fails to comply with any requirement imposed under this title with respect to any consumer is liable to that consumer in an amount equal to the sum of any actual damages sustained by the consumer as a result of the failure or damages of not less than {$100.00} and not more than {$1000.00}, as the court may allow. Furthermore, this violates 15 U.S.C 1681 et seq, particularly 15 U.S.C. 1681i and 15 U.S.C 1681j which states that credit reporting agencies must follow reasonable procedures to ensure the maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates and any person who fails to comply with any requirement imposed under this title shall be liable to the United States for a civil penalty. Furthermore, this collection account was fraudulently bought and sold, which is a violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) and the Rosenthal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( XXXX ), which prohibit the sale or purchase of a debt that the seller or purchaser knows or should know is not legitimate. This also violates the prohibition of any form of deception or fraud under the federal laws such as 18 U.S.C. 1341 ( Mail Fraud ) and 18 U.S.C.

1343 ( Wire Fraud ) I demand that you immediately investigate this matter and take necessary action to remove the illegal collection account from my credit report and also compensate me for my time and effort in disputing it. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-21
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Problem adding money — 
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION (IL)

I attempted to deposit my check from Social Security but they did not help me with any assistance and I could not utilize my funds so it caused me to possibly lose out on some medication that was necessary to continue my growth. The CDC said that I am supposed to be 6 inches taller based upon my mother and fathers height so I am still waiting on medication to leave the premises respiratory medication that helps with my productivity and focus so I can write my reports appropriately and provide assistance to those who were in my circle to see if they were having the same problems.
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-21
Product: Prepaid card — General-purpose prepaid card
Issue: Trouble using the card — Trouble using the card to spend money in a store or online
Company: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY (NY)

I was given a {$1000.00} AmEx gift card by a relative. The card was activated and funded correctly. However, the gift card is declined at virtually all online and in-person merchants I have tried. This includes XXXX, XXXX, XXXX ( in-store ), and various others. Upon researching this issue, I found that countless others have either given or received these gift cards, which are marketed by American Express as follows : " American Express Gift Cards and Business Gift Cards and American Express eGift Cards and Business eGift Cards may be used virtually anywhere in the U.S. that accept American Express Cards. '' This statement is patently false. These gift cards cards are completely worthless and are declined almost universally, which is tantamount to fraud, as American Express simply keeps the funds utilized to load the cards.
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-21
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: CAINE & WEINER COMPANY, INC. (TX)

Dear CAINE WEINER, I am writing to express my serious concerns regarding Account # XXXX your unauthorized access to my personal information, which is a clear breach of my privacy rights. This unauthorized access has been used in an attempt to coerce me into paying a debt I am not obligated to pay. 

Under the Texas Business and Commerce Code 521.053 and the Identity Theft Enforcement and Protection Act, businesses are required to report any data breach of system security that affects Texans to the Office of the Texas Attorney General. Furthermore, it is unlawful for any person to obtain, possess, transfer, or use personal identifying information of another person without the other persons consent. 

In addition, under federal law, specifically 26 U.S. Code 7213 and 15 U.S. Code Chapter 94, it is unlawful for any person to willfully disclose to any person, except as authorized in this title, any return or return information. Any violation of this is a felony punishable upon conviction by a fine in any amount not exceeding {$5000.00}, or imprisonment of not more than 5 years, or both, together with the costs of prosecution. 

In my case, you have accessed my personal information without my consent, which could constitute identity fraud. You have also added an account to my credit report that I did not authorize. Even in the event of permissible purpose, the consent of the consumer is still required, which I do not give. Therefore, I demand that you remove yourselves from my credit report immediately to correct this breach of privacy. 

Furthermore, you have contacted me without requesting consent to do so. I do not wish to do business with you and I am not obliged to. Any further attempts to contact me without my explicit consent will be considered harassment and will be reported to the appropriate authorities. 

I trust that you will take immediate action to rectify this situation and ensure that such breaches of privacy do not occur in the future. Failure to do so will result in legal action. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX