vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 00:00:00
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
After pulling a copy of my Consumer credit report I noticed that your agency is in multiple violations and Im entitled to monetary compensation under FCRA 15 U.S. Code 1681s2 - 15 U.S.C.

1681 ( c ) ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ) FURNISHING reports in connection with credit or insurance transactions that are not initiated by consumer ( Inquires ) - ( 1 ) In general A consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report relating to any consumer pursuant to subparagraph ( A ) or ( C ) of subsection ( a ) ( 3 ) in connection with any credit or insurance transaction that is not initiated by the consumer only if ( A ) the consumer authorizes the agency to provide such report to such person or ( B ) ( i ) the transaction consists of a firm offer of credit or insurance.

( 3 ) INFORMATION regarding inquiries Except as provided in section 1681g ( a ) ( 5 ) of this title, a consumer reporting agency shall not furnish to any person a record of inquiries in connection with a credit or insurance transaction that is not initiated by a consumer.

Under FCRA 15 U.S. Code 1681n ( b ) ( B ) in the case of liability of a natural person for obtaining a consumer report under false pretenses or knowingly without a permissible purpose, actual damages sustained by the consumer as a result of the failure or {$1000.00}, whichever is greater ( 2 ) such number of punitive damages as the court may allow.

I did not initiate any of these inquires furthermore if you feel like I did please send me copies of my written signature giving consent to this matter please.

Your agency is in violation!

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.

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 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I want to stress that I did not give written permission for these specific transactions to be included in my consumer report. At no point did I authorize these entries, and their presence on my report is unwarranted. Consequently, I am formally requesting that these accounts be blocked and removed from my report immediately. 

It is important to clarify that this request is not due to any error or negligence on my part. There has been no oversight or misunderstanding on my end. Instead, this issue arises solely from the fact that I did not explicitly authorize the inclusion of these transactions in my report. I am diligent about maintaining the accuracy and privacy of my financial records, and these unauthorized entries compromise that integrity. 

I trust that you will handle this matter with the urgency and seriousness it deserves. Please confirm the removal of these transactions from my report as soon as possible. Thank you for your prompt attention to this issue.

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 2024-08-14 00:00:00
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: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I keep getting mail from American Express, specifically to sign up for their credit card. 

I do not have, nor will I ever sign up for an American Express card or bank account.

Over the past 1.5 years maybe 2 years Ive been calling American Express to ask them to stop sending me mail. It stops for about a month and then they start again. 

Can you please get them to stop.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 00:00:00
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: U.S. BANCORP
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I disputed a charge XXXX, XXXX from XXXX XXXX  as I do NOT have a receipt for the purchase. XXXX XXXX XXXX sent me a letter stating the purchase was valid and the charge will be put back on the card with penalty and interest but NO other documentation such as what exactly I purchased and for how much. I called Monday XX/XX/XXXX XXXX pm requesting a phone call from the XXXX  charge case XXXX regarding the fact that I did not receive any valid documentation regarding the purchase. I was told he/she has XXXX hours to call. NO XXXX ever called. I provided a negative feedback to XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX and stating that my right as a consumer has been violated.

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 2024-08-14 00:00:00
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: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
Dear CAPITAL ONE AUTO FIN, I am writing to address a serious issue concerning the unauthorized reporting of information to my credit report. This violation contravenes the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) under Sections 1681b ( a ) ( 2 ), 1681c ( a ) ( 2 ), and 1681s-2 ( a ), as well as South Carolina state laws governing credit reporting and identity theft. 

It has come to my attention that CAPITAL ONE AUTO FIN has reported information to my credit report without my explicit consent. Federal law, as outlined in the FCRA, requires that any credit reporting activities must be conducted with the consumers explicit permission as per Section 1681b ( a ) ( 2 ).

In addition to federal law, South Carolina state law mandates similar protections. South Carolina Code Section 37-20-80 requires consent from the consumer for credit reporting. Moreover, South Carolina Code Section 16-13-510 addresses identity theft, emphasizing the severity of unauthorized access and misuse of personal information. 

I assert unequivocally that I have not provided consent for CAPITAL ONE AUTO FIN to report any information to my credit report. This lack of authorization constitutes a violation of my rights and has the potential to damage my creditworthiness, disregarding both federal and South Carolina state laws. 

I demand that CAPITAL ONE AUTO FIN immediately cease any further reporting of information to my credit report without obtaining my explicit consent, in compliance with Section 1681b ( a ) ( 2 ) of the FCRA and South Carolina state laws including Sections 37-20-80 and 16-13-510. Failure to address this issue within the next 30 days will be considered willful noncompliance and could result in legal action and penalties under applicable laws. 

Please understand that obtaining consent is not optional but a legal requirement under the FCRA and South Carolina state regulations. This is a formal demand for compliance to ensure that my consumer rights are protected. 

I expect your prompt attention to this matter and anticipate a swift resolution to rectify these violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: SLM CORPORATION
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
Pursuant Fair Credit Report Act 15 USC 1681 A-N Exclusions of Contract and Civil Liability for Willful Noncompliance. I did not authorize this soft inquiry. I did not receive an extension of credit or offer from the company. Please remove immediately or your company will need to resolve this issue in civil court.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 00:00:00
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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my concern regarding the disputed accounts on my credit report. Multiple times, I have raised the issue of inaccuracies in these accounts, and have consistently requested that they be thoroughly investigated. Despite my efforts, I have yet to receive any resolution or corrective action. These erroneous accounts are severely damaging my credit file and hindering my ability to live a normal life. The negative effects of these inaccuracies have caused immense hardships for me, and I am left with no choice but to plead for your assistance in rectifying this situation as soon as possible. I kindly request that you conduct a thorough investigation into the reporting of each of these disputed accounts. It is imperative that the necessary steps are taken to update and rectify my credit report without any further delay. With your help, I hope to restore the accuracy and integrity of my credit file so that I may regain control over my financial well-being. I sincerely urge you to give this matter your utmost attention and take swift action. Your cooperation and support in resolving this issue promptly would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your understanding and assistance.

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 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly — Talked to a third-party about your debt
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: DE

Complaint narrative:
Violation of my 4th amendment right to privacy. They obtained my information illegally looking for someone I may or may not know.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I have spoken with a chase representative in XXXX about a payment, I was informed that my account was up to date. After speaking with the representative, the informatioan she had given me was incorrect. I called in before and was told I needed to make another payment to catch up and the other representative was wrong. After making another payment, thinking my account was up to date, I saw that it was not. Spending weeks trying to rectify the inacuracy of my account, I saw that it was a never ending battle so I made an extra payment to be safe. 

Now, as I try to resolve this inaccuracy from misinformation from chase representative, looking at my credit report, I see it was not resolved. I was told that they can not give me a waiver, which I am not asking for. I am asking them to resolve their mistake. I am a retired veteran and I have been very sick from the after effects from the XXXXXXXX XXXXs and still to this day, trying to recover from it.

I would like chase to remove the inaccuarcy of the two wrongful placements of the 30 day late payments from XXXX and XXXX of 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 2024-08-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
The wrong info in my credit reports makes it tough to get new credit. Errors confuse lenders and give a false idea of my creditworthiness. This hurts my financial reputation. I'm formally asking to correct and remove these mistakes from my reports. It's vital for lenders to see my true financial status for fair evaluations

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 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
duty pursuant to the FCRA, it is EXPERIAN 'S to be reporting correct and accurate information on my credit report and file, however they are NOT. EXPERIAN is reporting 1 inaccurate late payment for the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX account closed XX/XX/XXXX. This includes a 30 day late payment posted in XX/XX/XXXX. This is incorrect and supposed to be reported as PAID AS AGREED. Furthermore, pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1681a ( d ) ( 2 ) ( A ) ( i ), a consumer report does NOT contain information solely as to transactions or experiences between the consumer and the person making the report. A late payment constitutes a transaction. With that said, the reporting of the inaccurate late payments results in EXPERIAN violating my federally protected consumer rights. To add to this, I did NOT give EXPERIAN written instruction/permission to furnish this inaccurate late payment on my consumer report and file, violating 15 U.S.C. 1681b ( a ) ( 2 ). It is clear that EXPERIAN has violated my federally protected consumer rights under the FCRA and the inaccurate reporting is causing me and my reputation severe harm and discrimination.

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 2024-08-14 00:00:00
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.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my concern regarding the disputed accounts on my credit report. Multiple times, I have raised the issue of inaccuracies in these accounts, and have consistently requested that they be thoroughly investigated. Despite my efforts, I have yet to receive any resolution or corrective action. These erroneous accounts are severely damaging my credit file and hindering my ability to live a normal life. The negative effects of these inaccuracies have caused immense hardships for me, and I am left with no choice but to plead for your assistance in rectifying this situation as soon as possible. I kindly request that you conduct a thorough investigation into the reporting of each of these disputed accounts. It is imperative that the necessary steps are taken to update and rectify my credit report without any further delay. With your help, I hope to restore the accuracy and integrity of my credit file so that I may regain control over my financial well-being. I sincerely urge you to give this matter your utmost attention and take swift action. Your cooperation and support in resolving this issue promptly would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your understanding and assistance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-15 00:00:00
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.
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
These inquiries do not belong to me, and I have no association with the listed creditors. I urgently request their removal from my credit report.

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 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Problem with product or service terms changing
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX, VA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Consumer Financial Protection Bureau XXXX XXXX XXXX Washington , D.C. XXXX Subject : Complaint Against Equifax for Discriminatory Practices Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau , I am writing to formally lodge a complaint against Equifax regarding what I believe to be retaliation practices in their handling of my credit report/credit score and related services. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX Issue Description : I discovered that my credit score has been dropping, Ever since i been filing complaints against there company about inaccuracies that need to be corrected. My credit score shouldn't have dropped all of my accounts are in good standings, no derogatory marks, payment history- High impact, Credit card usage- High impact, Hard inquiries- Excellent.

that I believe reflects as retaliation. unfair treatment, such as discrepancies that relate to my race too Despite my efforts to correct these inaccuracies, including [ mention any steps taken, such as submitting documentation or contacting customer service ], my concerns have not been adequately addressed.

**Attempts to Resolve** : I have reached out to Equifax multiple times, on XX/XX/year>, XXXX of correspondence ], and have provided documentation as well. 

However, I feel that my concerns have not been treated with the seriousness they deserve, and no satisfactory resolution has been offered. 

**Desired Outcome** : I am seeking your assistance in investigating this matter and ensuring that Equifax adheres to fair practices in their credit reporting. It is crucial for consumers to receive equitable treatment, free from discrimination, retaliation based on personal characteristics. 

I appreciate your attention to this serious issue and look forward to your response regarding the steps that can be taken to address this complaint. 

Thank you for your support in promoting fairness and accountability in the financial services industry. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
My account with Equifax was never late! I have had exceptional payment history with XXXX  XXXX and all payments were placed on XXXX. This late payment that is reporting is a result on a systematic error on their end processing my payment. 


This was clearly a billing error made my the company and is not a reflection of my payment experience which violates XXXX XXXX XXXX. This error has caused severe hard to my reputation, my character, my mode of living and to my family! 


I demand the late payment reported to be removed. 


They are not in compliance with the following law. XXXX USC XXXX and its requirements set the standards and the guidance for a XXXX to treat a payment as late, yet they are reporting a payment as late and they did not comply with the law! 


XXXX USC XXXX ( a ) Time to make payments A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose, unless the XXXX has adopted reasonable procedures designed to ensure that each periodic statement including the information required by section XXXX ( b ) of this title is mailed or delivered to the consumer not later than XXXX days before the payment due date. 


Equifax Never Sent the periodic statement along with the disclosures from section XXXX ( b ). 


I have requested proof that this information was mailed or delivered XXXX days before the payment due date and this information was requested in good faith pursuant rule XXXX and It was never provided. 


This is XXXX XXXX XXXX, and not equitable to me as a consumer! 


Delete the late payments from my consumer reports

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
duty pursuant to the FCRA, it is EQUIFAXs to be reporting correct and accurate information on my XXXX XXXX  and XXXX however they are NOT. EQUIFAX is reporting XXXX inaccurate late payment for the XXXX XXXX Colorado XXXX XXXX account closed on XX/XX/XXXX. This includes a XXXX day late payment posted in XX/XX/XXXX. This is incorrect and supposed to be reported as PAID AS AGREED. Furthermore, pursuant to XXXX U.S.C. XXXX ( d ) ( XXXX ) ( A ) ( i ), a consumer report does NOT contain information solely as to transactions or experiences between the consumer and the person making the report. A late payment constitutes a transaction. With that said, the reporting of the inaccurate late payments results in EQUIFAX violating my federally protected consumer rights. To add to this, I did NOT give EQUIFAX written instruction/permission to furnish these inaccurate late payments on my consumer report and file, violating XXXX XXXX. XXXX ( a ) ( XXXX ). It is clear that EQUIFAX has violated my federally protected consumer rights under the FCRA and the inaccurate reporting is causing me and my reputation severe XXXX  and XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief