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Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
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. (FL)

I'm sending this to let you know that the following companies have unapproved inquiries on my credit report. Below are the names of the companies and the dates on which I acquired the inquiries. 
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Consumer complaint received 2023-05-22
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (MO)

Fraudulent credit inquiries through XXXX and Equifax. 

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Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

I the consumer have sent Equifax multiple letters to prove the information they are receiving from a third-party provider is correct and provide proof but they have failed to provide proper proof. 

The account is in question : XXXX XXXX XXXX # : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX # : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  # : XXXX These accounts are being reported that I owe a debt to which I have evidence that I do not own anything on these accounts and that they are being reported inaccurately. I have a certified UCC-11 search from the Secretary of State showing I do not have any debts or liens. 

Under the FCRA 15 U.S. Code 1681s2 - Responsibilities of furnishers of information to consumer reporting agencies ( a ) Duty of furnishers of information to provide accurate information ( 1 ) Prohibition ( A ) Reporting information with actual knowledge of errors 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. ( B ) Reporting information after notice and confirmation of errors A person shall not furnish information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if ( i ) the person has been notified by the consumer, at the address specified by the person for such notices, that specific information is inaccurate; and ( ii ) the information is, in fact, inaccurate. It is XXXX responsibility to make sure the information that they are furnishing on a consumers, consumer report is accurate and true. XXXX has not done this and it is a violation.
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
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. (PA)

I'm really not sure what happened. I have mailed off letters to the credit bureaus continuously and thus far I have not gotten a response. My name is XXXX XXXX I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
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 recently submitted a request for an investigation of the disputed accounts, Since I believed Credit Bureaus didnt properly investigate my dispute. Credit Bureau 's records show that it was incorrect. Since the CREDIT BUREAU 's investigation was done improperly, Credit Bureaus must REMOVE the following accounts from my file. 
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Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (MO)

I am sending you this complaint to inform you that this company made an unauthorized inquiry on my personal credit report. I have listed the company 's name below, and the dates the inquiry was made. Since I did not authorize this company to obtain my credit report, I demand that this be deleted as soon as possible and my credit score be adjusted accordingly. In addition, I am requesting a copy of my updated credit report reflecting these changes be sent as soon as possible. 

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Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
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. (MO)

This is my numerous request that you amend this suspicious data. I believe you have violated Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) by failing to verify these accounts, and I will take legal action against you as a result. This was previously mentioned in my previous COMPLAINT #, and I'm including it once more. Please don't ignore my request to repair these inaccurate accounts in my file. 
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Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
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 Account Number : XXXX and list of Inquiries. 


15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

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

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.
Consumer complaint received 2023-02-24
Product: Checking or savings account — Savings account
Issue: Opening an account — Didn't receive terms that were advertised
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY (DE)

A few years ago, Wells Fargo randomly opened another account under my checking. I believe it was a savings and then I ended up having them close it a few years later, but they opened it without my permission and also charged me different fees for things that I never signed up for.
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
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)

The following accounts are fraudulent. They were opened/used without my permission. I talked to the banks and they requested I file a report with the FTC and list what happened. I have no knowledge of the events. 

These accounts are reporting to my credit and I do not recognize them. Beyond these facts I do not have any other information. 

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Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
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. (FL)

I'm sending this complaint to inform credit bureaus that the following companies made unauthorized inquiries on my credit report. I have listed the names of the companies below, and the dates the inquiries were made. 
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Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
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)

Equifax XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/year> XXXX : Dispute of Hard Inquiry on my Credit Report Dear, Equifax I am writing to officially dispute a hard inquiry that is listed on my credit report. After reviewing my credit report obtained from your credit reporting agency, I discovered an inquiry that I did not authorize or recognize. I request an immediate investigation into this matter and ask for the removal of the hard inquiry from my credit profile. 
Details of the hard inquiry : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX I would like to highlight the following concerns regarding this hard inquiry : 1. Unauthorized Inquiry : I have not given consent to Equifax, XXXX XXXX XXXX  or any other entity to perform a hard inquiry on my credit report. This unauthorized inquiry has been detrimental to my credit score and overall financial well-being. 
2. Lack of Information : I am unaware of the specific purpose for this inquiry. I have not engaged in any new credit applications, loan requests, or any other activities that require a hard inquiry during the stated time frame. 
3. Possible Error : It is possible that this inquiry has been reported incorrectly, or there may potentially be an identity theft issue. I request a thorough investigation to verify the legitimacy of this inquiry. 
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am entitled to a prompt investigation of this disputed inquiry. 
Therefore, I kindly request that you initiate the investigation immediately and provide me with a written response within the legally mandated 30-day period. 
Please provide me with the following information upon completion of your investigation : 1. Confirmation of the legitimacy of the hard inquiry.

2. The source of the inquiry.

3. Steps taken to rectify any errors or inaccuracies in my credit report.

4. Verification of the removal of the disputed hard inquiry from my credit profile.

5. Updated copy of my credit report reflecting the amendments made.

I understand the importance of maintaining accurate and up-to-date credit information. I respectfully request your urgent attention to this matter and appreciate your cooperation in resolving the dispute promptly.

Enclosed with this letter are copies of relevant documents supporting my dispute. Should you require any further information or documentation from me, please do not hesitate to contact me using the information provided above.

Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I look forward to receiving a satisfactory resolution to this dispute within the designated time frame.
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
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. (FL)

I'm sending this complaint to request unauthorized credit inquiries to be removed from my credit report. I received a copy of my credit report and became aware of inquiries I did not authorize. They are as follows. 
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Consumer complaint received 2023-02-02
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. (FL)

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. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : # XXXX, has violated my rights. 

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 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 2023-01-06
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (NY)

My name is 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.
Consumer complaint received 2017-12-31
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Virtual currency
Issue: Unexpected or other fees — 
Company: Coinbase, Inc. (NY)

I have an account with Coinbase.Inc a couples months ago and I have transferred some funds from my XXXX XXXX XXXX. 
Basically, with coinbase account you can log in to XXXX ( Company under coinbase ) and I have done a few transaction with both account. 
On XX/XX/XXXX, I tried to log in to my XXXX account and my account got suspended for no reason, there is a message says " ATTENTION REQUIRED! TRADING FUNCTIONALITY HAS BEEN TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED ON YOUR XXXX ACCOUNT.IN ORDERTO RESTORETRADING FUNCTIONALITY, PLEASE CONTACT XXXXXXXXXXXX ''. So I contacted coinbase support team by sending in a support tickets and they reply me an email says that they have received my request and are working on responding asap. Since that I waited for a few business days and still did not see any response, so I call them on XX/XX/XXXX, the representative says that he did not know what is going on and will escalated my case to their subject experts to resolve this issue, and right after that I received an email says that it will take 4 to 5 days to solve this issuse. Since that I did not hear from them anymore and I tried to contact them by sending support ticket and by calling them, the answer i got was to call back some other time due to high volume of calls. 
I have around 20+ thousand USD in the account. 
They have provided me a case # XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
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. (MO)

A month ago, I sent the three credit bureaus a letter asking them to correct this questionable information, but nothing has changed. I shall take legal action against you because I believe you have not authenticated these things in line with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). This was mentioned in my previous COMPLAINT #, and I included it again. Kindly correct the following accounts XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (CA)

I have previously disputed A XXXX Bankruptcy that is on my Equifax Credit Report, and in response, Equifax verified the item as accurate, stating that Equifax has verified the information with the court or a 3rd party. 

I contacted the court, and their response is attached. 

It is clear the Court does not report to XXXX XXXX or any Credit Bureau for that matter ; therefore, Equifax 's initial response verifying the item with the court was either an error or a lie. 

Either way, the reporting requirements do not comply with FCRA 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681I ), and the information must be deleted immediately. 

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

XXXX XXXX BANKRUPTCY/Reference XXXX 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602A. States I have the right to privacy. 

And according to 15 USC 1681eb Equifax is supposed to ensure this.

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. 

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 2022-10-23
Product: Debt collection — Medical debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: EQUIFAX, INC. (GA)

The following medical collection accounts are being listed on my credit report twice ( XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) and need to be deleted as they were opened by someone who used my identity. XXXX and XXXX XXXX also have two closed credit card accounts that were opened under my name that need to be deleted as they were not opened by me. XXXX XXXX XXXX also needs to be deleted I previously sent you all ( EQUIFAX ) documents showing were that account was closed and dismissed in court. Please delete the account as I am no longer legally responsible for the account.
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-28
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'm sending this complaint to have several unauthorized hard credit inquiries removed from my credit report. I have received a copy of my credit report from your bureau and noticed that there are unauthorized inquiries listed. The unauthorized inquiries are listed below. 
XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX
Consumer complaint received 2023-02-23
Product: Checking or savings account — Other banking product or service
Issue: Problem with a lender or other company charging your account — Transaction was not authorized
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY (FL)

XXXX in XXXX XXXXXXXX florida double charged me {$80.00} on XX/XX/22. I contacted my bank. Wells Fargo to dispute the double charge. I was then told the case had been closed because the retailer told them the charges were made and proven? At the time of service the retailer told me my card did not go through although it did and I re ran my card therefore was double charged and have the statement to prove it.
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: DISCOVER BANK (NJ)

On XX/XX/XXXX of XXXX, Discover Student Loan was contacted by me via certified mail requesting the following information which I copied directly from the letter : " I need the account, Discover Student Loans with account number XXXX, records blocked or deleted from XXXX, XXXX, and XXXX. You have no permission to report any records or information to these institutions without my permission. '' This account was furnished as late on my consumer credit report. My letter was received. Please see the attached certified mail number : XXXX. 

Moreover, on XX/XX/XXXX, I contacted XXXX ( XXXX ) via certified mail and with confirmation number XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX. XXXX was contacted on XX/XX/XXXX via certified mail, XXXX and on XX/XX/XXXX with confirmation number : XXXX. XXXX was also contacted in the same manner on XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX and on XX/XX/XXXX with confirmation number XXXX. 

Additionally, I specified Discover XXXX XXXX had " 10 Days to Delete this account, XXXX, from all consumer reporting agencies but not limited to XXXX, XXXX, and XXXX. '' Not only the violation ( late information reported ) is still active and live on the institutions, Discover XXXX XXXX has not replied to me via mail stating the violation has ceased. 

In the letter attached below, the receipt and and the response letter that does not respond to my request is attached.
Consumer complaint received 2023-01-06
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: EQUIFAX, INC. (AL)

HI I AM SUBMITTING THIS WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE AND THIS IS NOT A THIRD PARTY. THE CREDIT BUREAUS STATED MY ACC WAS PROPERLY INVESTIGATED BUT HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE IF THE OPEN DATE IS INACCURATE, THE DATE LAST ACTIVE IS INACCURATE, AND THE DATE LAST REPORTED IS NOT ACCURATE? THIS GROUND FOR REMOVAL, THEY ALSO VIOLATED MY RIGHTS UNDER 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 602 A. STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY.

15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 604 SECTION 2. IT ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CAN NOT FURNISH AN ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS.