milesbutler/consumer_complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 01/16/2017 about Debt collection (I do not know) with Strategic Alliances, Inc. (CA).
Issue: False statements or representation
Sub-issue: Attempted to collect wrong amount

Complaint: XXXX, a representative from First Financial Asset Management, called me from this number : XXXX, to collect a debt that is not mine. Additionally, this company and representative did not do ANY due diligence prior to contacting me ( or they would have known not to contact me ). How can it be legal for them to contact me, ask " what am going to do about a bill he 's looking at '' that I am not responsible for in any way?? How can it be legal for him to contact me and not be fully knowledgeable of the purpose of the call? How can it be legal for XXXX XXXX to pass on my information to a collection agency, when they should know the details and know I am not responsible for this debt? Please advise.

Company public response: Company believes complaint represents an opportunity for improvement to better serve consumers
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 03/14/2017 about Credit reporting () with EQUIFAX, INC. (PR).
Issue: Incorrect information on credit report
Sub-issue: Information is not mine

Complaint: I 'm trying to join the XXXX, during my recruitment process, they did a credit report check on me. They found some information that does n't belong to me. XXXX different accounts from telecommunications services and/or cellphones companies. Please, I need help resolving this issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 10/21/2016 about Mortgage (Conventional adjustable mortgage (ARM)) with Seterus, Inc. (NJ).
Issue: Settlement process and costs

Complaint: I have been consistently given false and misleading information/instructions from Seterus regarding my attempt at a loan modification over the past several months which has resulted in a potential foreclosure of my home, escalating late fees and severe emotional distress. I have literally spent the equivalent of DAYS on the phone with countless Seterus representatives. I need to waste time explaining the facts to them over and over while also being asked to submit the same documentation over and over again. Most recently, I followed the exact advice received from a Seterus representative on submitting my divorce decree as part of my modification packet. Following 8 months of review and further mistakes in handling of the documents by Seterus, I was informed by one of their supervisors that I should not have listened to their representatives 8 months previousand that the same documentation was required that I was told would not be required. Their pattern of blatant misrepresentation has caused me to lose sleep on most nights as I worry about whether I can stay in my home. I made all necessary trial payments for the modification and only waited to sign/execute the final papers last week when I learned of the newest swerve from Seterus. There is a foreclosure sale date of XXXX XXXX, 2016 and I am seeking immediate resolution in the form of the modification agreement that was originally agreed to. I have never formally complained about a company before in my entire life but I feel compelled to say that Seterus has by far the worst customer service I have ever experienced. They are either just inept or fraudulently malicious and I am shocked that regulators continue to allow them to be in business given the sheer number of others who obviously have had similar experiences.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 05/21/2017 about Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports (Credit reporting) with EQUIFAX, INC. (NY).
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem
Sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Complaint: I have sent three certified letters to Equifax,  XXXX , and  XXXX  informing them that there are accounts reported on my credit file that belong to a person with a different name. Somehow my credit file got merged with someone with the last name  XXXX . My last name is and has always been  XXXX . I have called every week to all  XXXX  agencies and have removed  XXXX  addresses,  XXXX  phone numbers,  XXXX  social security variations and several employment references that were not mine. There were  XXXX  collection accounts reporting that belong to someone else and also a public record. There are student loans, accounts from  XXXX   XXXX   XXXX ,  XXXX   XXXX   ( w ho does not have a license to collect debts in N Y )  and  XXXX  which belong to another person. I have demanded that all these accounts be removed from my credit file immediately and the credit bureaus are not conducting independent investigations and are not removing these inquiries and accounts that are not mine.   How can a debt be verified as mine and it is not even my name nor referenced to my identifying info like my address? I have been diligently working on this sinc e  XX/XX/XXXX .      Equifax is refusing to remove the name  XXXX  from my credit files and has my real name listed as an alternative name. I have sent them a copy of my driver license, birth certificate and social security card proving that my last name is  XXXX  and I have asked them to remove  XXXX  and any references to that name and accounts under that name from my credit file and they have refused to do so. This has been ongoing fo r five mo nths and I am at a loss as to what to do. I have disputed these erroneous reports and information and they just do not care.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 09/29/2017 about Credit card or prepaid card (General-purpose credit card or charge card) with BARCLAYS BANK DELAWARE (FL).
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-issue: Account status incorrect

Complaint: I had a charge on my XXXX XXXX card from a vendor I was unaware of. I may have approved charges in the past but I did not approve the vendor to post the charge in question on this card. 

All of my Barclay cards were set to auto pay except this card which was rarely used. A subsequent late fee, interest charge was placed on the account. I called and spoke to a rep who understood the situation as I was overseas at the time this happened. The rep from Barclay told me the following would be done : late fee removed, interest removed and any notation on my credit report that I was late or delinquent with any payments. The rep advised me that this would be cleared by early XXXX My credit report still shows the delinquent late payment. I called on XXXX and spoke to operator LASTME ( Escalation agent ) who was not cooperative. He stated that he would not remove the late fee notation on my account.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 10/15/2017 about Debt collection (Private student loan debt) with Navient Solutions, LLC. (IL).
Issue: False statements or representation
Sub-issue: Indicated you were committing crime by not paying debt

Complaint: I 'm currently being charged off for the amount of {$360.00} by the XXXX XXXX XXXX. This represents the tuition for a XXXX course at XXXX XXXX  University I registered for in 2015. This charge was was a result of an error made on my FAFSA application, and that error was resolved during the second week of the fall semester and my tuition was paid in full by FAFSA. There is very little the school seems to be able to do at this point simply because the account has been makes by collections.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 07/24/2016 about Debt collection (Medical) with CMRE Financial Services, Inc. (OK).
Issue: Disclosure verification of debt
Sub-issue: Not disclosed as an attempt to collect

Complaint: I get a medical bills who was transferred to a collection agency without my knowledge and since then I get harassment calls for a collections agency night and day even on my cellphone and I am on the Do Not Call list. I get some treated of judgement and repossession of all my personal belongings. I am under stress every time the phone rings and tried not to answer number I do n't recognize but they trick me every time with different number so I soon I heard the name of the company I just hang up the phone.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 01-12-2017 about Credit reporting () with EQUIFAX, INC. (NY).
Issue: Incorrect information on credit report
Sub-issue: Account status

Complaint: I checked my credit files on XX/XX/2017 to find that US Dept ED- Direct student loan has sold this loan but this information is being reported on my credit reports by both servicers please. The US Dept ED information is inaccurrate. I 'm asking them to delete their account from my credit files XXXX, equifax and XXXX because they are no longer handling this account and it is being reported twice.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 07-10-2015 about Payday loan () with BlueChip Financial (CA).
Issue: Can't stop charges to bank account

Complaint: I requested and received a {$400.00} payday loan from XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX. I lost my job on XX/XX/XXXX however I continued to make my payments of {$71.00}, twice per month as agreed because I could not do more to pay off the loan. I did notify them and they would not work with me to reduce interest or to stop interest charges. Although they did not argue that I could not make a payment XX/XX/XXXX, they are now charging me approximately {$130.00} per month with just a few dollars going toward the principal balance. I am still unemployed and not from a lack of diligently seeking employment. I have to borrow money to pay this loan! I have asked XXXX to work with me but they will not. To date, I have paid XXXX approximately {$630.00} and they told me that they would be charging me {$130.00} for another 8 months or so!

Company public response: Company believes complaint represents an opportunity for improvement to better serve consumers
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 09-12-2017 about Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports (Credit reporting) with EQUIFAX, INC. (MI).
Issue: Improper use of your report
Sub-issue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Complaint: Equifax mishandled my information which has led to a breach that puts myself and millions of others at potential risk. I am extremely disappointed with how Equifax has handled reporting this breach. Very little was done to notify the public for nearly a month after the breach was detected. I received no email, letter, or phone call and instead had to discover it via social media. 

Going forward Equifax should be required to monitor every account and notify victims if any fraud occurs. Credit fraud protection should be mandatory for every account, not an option for us to have deal with. 

This should be rectified firstly by making credit freezing free and refunding everyone who paid for it following this data breach. Requiring a police report is absurd when they clearly know if you were affected.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 10/24/2017 about Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports (Credit reporting) with Experian Information Solutions Inc. (PA).
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem
Sub-issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Complaint: I have a Charge-off on my credit reports reported by the XXXX credit bureaus ( XXXX, Experian, and XXXX XXXX being reported by XXXX ( XXXX XXXX ). This debt was a joint account with my ex-wife. We were separated in XXXX and divorced in XXXX. This debt was sold to a Collection Agency, XXXX XXXX, and XXXX XXXX has removed it from my credit report on their end. I have asked XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX as a XXXX gesture to remove their reporting from my XXXX credit reports on their end as well. I received a letter from them stating that my request was denied and that XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX will not remove the derogatory remark from my XXXX credit reports, and that they will keep reporting it. This account was opened in XXXX, and was charged-off in XXXX. I am asking them for their consideration in removing this derogatory item from my XXXX credit reports from each of the XXXX credit bureaus.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 10/24/2017 about Debt collection (Auto debt) with CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION (OH).
Issue: Written notification about debt
Sub-issue: Didn't receive notice of right to dispute

Complaint: My checks are being garnished by an attorney whom I 've not signed an agreement to pay, nor was I contacted regarding a court date to defend the debt. I have also requested written confirmation that I owe Atty XXXX XXXX XXXX. That information has not been afforded to me, neither has notification of original dates for court. Now 7-8 years later I am contacted. Ohio law states that 6 years is the limit to take legal action. Please help me if you are able.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 09/30/2015 about Debt collection (Payday loan) with Big Picture Loans, LLC (FL).
Issue: Improper contact or sharing of info
Sub-issue: Talked to a third party about my debt

Complaint: This company has been contacting my family, friends and even neighbors. Today when I called and again had asked for written verification of the debt I was told to go to the website and look it up. I informed XXXX XXXX that I was in class and then going to the XXXX and did not have access to the internet. I again asked for written verification and was told NO. I then asked him for his address so I could send a written request and was told he was not giving me his address. I then told him I wanted him to stop calling all XXXX parties and to call my cell or home phone. He then said I was blocking his calls, but then in the same breath said he always reached my voicemail ( and not once has he left a message ). I again gave him my home phone and told him I was in class everyday till XXXX and then off to the XXXX from XXXX till XXXX. He then proceeded to yell at me and ask me about my financial situation and why could I not pay my bills. I said this was none of his business and again to stop calling and discussing my debt with others and he just laughed at me. I then said I was going to file a complaint against him and his office and he just laughed and said you know how many times a day I hear that lady. Go right ahead you dont scare me. I just asked again for the address he again said NO and I just hung up.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 07-07-2015 about Debt collection (Medical) with Radius Global Solutions LLC (MD).
Issue: Disclosure verification of debt
Sub-issue: Not given enough info to verify debt

Complaint: Dear Sir, I have submitted a written request to Central Credit Services for the validation of debt. I have yet to receive the information requested in writing. The request was sent on XXXX/XXXX/15 and accepted on XXXX/XXXX/15. Prior to the written request, I have had XXXX verbal communications with the collection agency. I believe that they are in violation in a number of statutes and my credit profile should be expunged of these items.

Company public response: Company chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 02/20/2017 about Debt collection (I do not know) with Quality Asset Recovery LLC (NJ).
Issue: Disclosure verification of debt
Sub-issue: Not given enough info to verify debt

Complaint: I have repeatedly requested that Quality Asset Recovery provide me with an explanation of the amount they claim I owe, how that amount was calculated, account history. They have refused to provide this or any copies of documentation that this debt is in fact mine. Yet they have been willing to put this unverifiable debt on my credit report, as well as send me a continuing stream of collection letters. Please see attached.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 01/17/2017 about Credit reporting () with Experian Information Solutions Inc. (AL).
Issue: Incorrect information on credit report
Sub-issue: Reinserted previously deleted info

Complaint: Experian had removed XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX off my credit report and they have recently added it back to my credit report I have never authorized this or gave my consent to have these account added back to credit report. I want Experian to validate the debt, please provide verification through audit certification of debt entry in accordance with XXXX in accordance with basel XXXX accord and XXXX. I would also need a copy of your Tax Registration certificate! 

Once a item is removed it can not be added back please follow the rules fdcpa. I want these accounts removed as they had been once before. I had sent in my police report of identity theft. I want this taken care of asap.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 01/25/2018 about Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports (Credit reporting) with TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC. (WA).
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

Complaint: I have contacted all 3 credit bureaus regarding multiple credit inquiries on my credit reports that I did not authorize, but the agencies will not remove any of them!! This is hurting my credit tremendously for any credit that I may actually need!! They even put fraud alert on my credit reports after my initial complaint of unauthorized inquiries, but I am still getting multiple new credit inquiries weekly!! The few that I have applied for, the credit card companies have actually made me call in and answer questions that are from my bureau reports that only I should know the answer to. I would like all inquiries removed ASAP, as I am tired of calling and making disputes online with no success.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 12/22/2017 about Mortgage (Conventional home mortgage) with FREEDOM MORTGAGE COMPANY (GA).
Issue: Applying for a mortgage or refinancing an existing mortgage

Complaint: My name is XXXX XXXX.  I live at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Ga. XXXXBoth my name and my wife's is on the deed.   However, only my wife's name is on the mortgage.  I want to stop them from refinancing and taking out all the equity in the home so that I lose my life's savings.  The mortgage company is named Freedom Mortgage CorporationThe account number is XXXXThe Phone Number is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXNMLS number is XXXXFreedom Mortgage Corporation XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NJ XXXXNMLS ID: XXXXXXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 02-07-2018 about Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports (Credit reporting) with EQUIFAX, INC. (FL).
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-issue: Information belongs to someone else

Complaint: According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), you are required by federal law to verify - through the physical verification of the original signed consumer contract - any and all accounts you post on a credit report. Otherwise, anyone paying for your reporting services could fax, mail or email in a fraudulent account.

I demand to see Verifiable Proof ( an original Consumer Contract with my Signature on it ) you have on file of the accounts listed below. Your failure to positively verify these accounts has hurt my ability to obtain credit. Under the FCRA, unverified accounts must be removed and if you are unable to provide me a copy of verifiable proof, you must remove the accounts listed below

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 12/17/2016 about Credit reporting () with EQUIFAX, INC. (NY).
Issue: Credit reporting company's investigation
Sub-issue: No notice of investigation status/result

Complaint: Equifax reporting agency had failed ( numerous times ) to correct information on my credit report despite the fact that I had submitted supporting documents substantiating my claim recently and in the past FOUR years. Upon my requests to provide me with details of their investigation, source of their investigation and/or any documents pertaining to their decision not to change incorrect information containing therein or to adjust my credit score ... I get negative response and refusal to do so. 
Having incorrect information on my file affects my credit score, causing denial of credit and employment ... thus negatively impacting my life. 
I respectfully request your assistance in resolving said issue. 
Sincerely, XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 08/17/2016 about Mortgage (Conventional fixed mortgage) with BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (CA).
Issue: Loan servicing, payments, escrow account

Complaint: Bank of America mortgage department sold my loan to a servicer call XXXX without notify me or acknowledge me. Since BOA took over my loan from countrywide, they discontinued my online bill pay services. Unless I open a BOA saving account otherwise they wo n't let me use online billing services. After awhile they sold my loan to XXXX.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 05/16/2017 about Debt collection (Other debt) with Apelles, LLC (IN).
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-issue: Debt is not yours

Complaint: On  XXXX   XXXX ,    2017  I received a phone call from a debt collection company , Apelles LLC  regarding an alleged debt from  XXXX   XXXX .     I sent Apelles a certified letter on  XXXX   XXXX , which I received confirmation for from the post office, stating that I wanted proof in writing within the 30 day prescribed time limit that I owed the debt in accordance of Sectio n 809 ( b )  of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. No proof was ever provided.     It is now  XXXX   XXXX , well after the 30 days prescribed time and I have not received any proof of debt and I am getting phone calls stating that I owe the money?!     I will happily pay the debt should it be verified and I will pay directly to  XXXX  but I have not received any verification of debt at all. In fact, back in  XXXX  I received a {$300.00} check FROM  XXXX  as a refund due to them taking money from my bank account after all items had been canceled.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation