vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-23 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to address the recent response from Midland Credit Management regarding the alleged debt associated with my name and to express my concerns regarding violations of federal law in the handling of this matter. 

Firstly, in your response, it was stated that I was unaware of this debt and that proper notification was not received. I appreciate the acknowledgment of this fact ; however, this acknowledgment raises serious questions regarding the legality of the actions taken by Midland Credit Management. 

It was further stated in your response that this account was charged off before being sold. According to federal law, when a debt is charged off, it is considered as written off. This action brings to light a violation of IRS regulations concerning the treatment of written-off debt as income. As per the IRS 1099-C form, when a debt is written off, it is considered as income. However, under the guidelines of all three Credit Reporting Agencies ( CRAs ), income shall not be reported to any consumer 's credit report. Thus, the reported action of charging off the debt and subsequently selling it to a collection agency constitutes a clear violation of federal law. 

This leads me to demand the immediate removal of this alleged debt from my consumer report. Not only was proper notification not provided, but the handling of this debt by Midland Credit Management has also resulted in violations of federal law. I am prepared to take legal action if necessary to ensure that my consumer rights are upheld. 

Additionally, if the reported debt is indeed accurate, I request that Midland Credit Management provide me with all signatures of individuals who verified the accuracy of this debt and details of the steps taken to verify its accuracy and the certified mail mail receipt with my signature on it. Transparency in this matter is crucial to ensuring that all legal and ethical standards are met. 

Under 15 USC 1681e ( b ), CRAs are required to ensure maximum possible accuracy in consumer reports. If this requirement had been met, it would have been evident that income does not get reported to consumer reports, as stated on the websites of all three CRAs. Furthermore, allowing Midland Credit Management to furnish this alleged debt to my consumer report without proper notification is a direct violation of my rights. 

If this alleged debt is not promptly removed from my consumer report, and if the requested information regarding verification procedures is not provided, I am prepared to pursue legal action against Midland Credit Management for its violations of federal law and against all three CRAs for failing to ensure the accuracy of my consumer report. 

I trust that you will take the necessary steps to rectify this matter promptly and in accordance with the law. I look forward to your prompt response and resolution of this dispute.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I value your help too remove a portion of the data on my credit file that came about because of fraud yet I have an items passed on that should be taken out or remove.Per FCRA segment 605 you are expected to eliminate any records recorded on a XXXX. I've proactively remembered this report for a past letter and I am including it once more. I've educated my lawyer regarding my aims and they are eager to consider you responsible for your tenacious rebelliousness. 
XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I value your help too remove a portion of the data on my credit file that came about because of fraud yet I have an items passed on that should be taken out or remove.Per FCRA segment 605 you are expected to eliminate any records recorded on a XXXX. I've proactively remembered this report for a past letter and I am including it once more. I've educated my lawyer regarding my aims and they are eager to consider you responsible for your tenacious rebelliousness. 
XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-23 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
After examining my credit report, I identified inaccurate accounts that were not due to any error on my part.

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 2024-05-23 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Savings account
Issue: Closing an account — Funds not received from closed account
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: WA

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/2024, Synchrony Bank falsely accused fraud on my high yield ( 4.75 % ) saving account and made a full withdrawal from the account. 
On XX/XX/2024, Synchrony Bank wrote me a letter confirming my saving account had been closed. However, they did not provide a reason for closing. They also did not provide any information or return my deposit. 
On XX/XX/2024, Synchrony Bank responded to my CFPB complaint with only a brief false fraud accusation they previously made on my accounts but they did not take any steps to finalize their investigation and return the withdrawal. 
Since XX/XX/2024, my accounts were restricted by Synchrony Bank, I have been making tremendous effort keeping contacts with their call center. I have spoken to about two dozen representatives and was given different answers each time. The last time I spoke to a representative several days ago, I was informed there wasnt anything wrong with your accounts. Bank just wants to close them. you will get your money back.

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 2024-05-23 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
ACCORDING TO 15 USC 1681I - XXXX, EQUIFAX, AND XXXX HAVE 30 DAYS TO INVESTIGATE AND SEND ME THE RESULTS. 

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. These accounts violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 




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


15 U.S.C 1681 section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years. 15 U.S.C 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency of the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-23 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
Previously I established an investigation of some accounts with erroneous information and after reviewing your response I perceived that some accounts are still incorrect, with a verified status. Please repair the following accounts : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. I look forward to receiving an updated copy of my credit report reflecting the correct information. I would appreciate it if you would take action on this matter as soon as possible. Thank you in advance.

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 2024-05-23 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
Previously I established an investigation of some accounts with erroneous information and after reviewing your response I perceived that some accounts are still incorrect, with a verified status. Please repair the following accounts : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  I look forward to receiving an updated copy of my credit report reflecting the correct information. I would appreciate it if you would take action on this matter as soon as possible. Thank you in advance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-23 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
ACCORDING TO 15 USC 1681I - XXXX, XXXX, AND TRANSUNION HAVE 30 DAYS TO INVESTIGATE AND SEND ME THE RESULTS. 

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. These accounts violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 




XXXX # XXXX XXXX # XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX TransUnion  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 15 U.S.C 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 of 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-23 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
This is several times I have found inaccurate information on my credit report. Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) require the 3 credit reporting agencies to review this account ( A ). Posting as information without confirmation within the time limit set by law is not permitted. I need to investigate, correct, or update the listed incorrect information on my credit report. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2024-05-23 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to let the 3 credit bureaus that I was the victim of identity theft. I looked up how to get rid of the bogus accounts on my report and discovered that I had to file a report with the Federal Trade Commission or go to https : //www.ftc.gov. Additionally, according to FCRA section 605b, credit reporting agencies have to remove or ban any accounts that are included on an identity theft report. on help with the banning of the inaccurate information being uploaded on my report, kindly refer to the documents that are attached. 

The list of items and accounts that are not mine or were opened without my consent is provided below. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year>

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 2024-05-23 00:00:00
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.
State: CT

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX 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.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-23 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
AS A CONSUMER I AM SUBMITTING THIS REPORT TODAY. THE CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES TRANSUNION, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX AND XXXX HAVE VIOLATED 18 USC 1028A, WHICH PROHIBITS AGGRAVATED IDENTITY THEFT. THIS VIOLATION OCCURED WHEN THESE ENTITIES FURNISED INFORMATION WITHOUT MY CONSENT. INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING COLLECTIONS XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  ON MY CONSUMER REPORT. ADDITIONALLY, THEY HAVE CONTRAVENED 15 USC 1681B, which outlines the permissible purpose of consumer reports. I have requested Form SSA-89 from XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  WHICH IS A FORM THAT SHOULD BE FILLED OUT, THEN SIGNED BY THE CONSUMER ( MYSELF ) AS PROOF OF APPLYING FOR THE SAID CREDIT. THE CREDITOR THEMSELVES DO NOT HAVE SUCH DOCUMENTATION AS THIS, WHICH MEANS THEY HAVE FAILED T DO THEIR JOB AS A RESPONSIBLE CREDITOR AND KEEP SUCH FILES IN THEIR RECORDS FOR THESE REASONS, SO THAT IF IT IS REQUESTED WE WILL KNOW WHO, WHAT XXXX AND WHERE TO PROCEED ON SAID CASES AS THIS IN THE EVENT OR FRAUD AND IT IS DEEMED AS SO MY PRIVACY HAS BEEN VIOLATED AS WELL XXXX!!!! IAM NOW TRYNG TO PURCHASE A HOME AND THIS IS THE ONLY ITEM NEGATIVELY AFFECTING MY CREDIT IN THIS CASE. PLEASE REMOVE IN THE XXXX BUSINESS DAYS AS THE DISPUTING TIMEFRAME HAS BEEN ELAPSED AND THE SAID FORM NOT RECEIVED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PROMPTNESS.

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 2024-05-23 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
AS A CONSUMER I AM SUBMITTING THIS REPORT TODAY. THE CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES XXXX, EQUIFAX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX AND XXXX HAVE VIOLATED 18 USC 1028A, WHICH PROHIBITS AGGRAVATED IDENTITY THEFT. THIS VIOLATION OCCURED WHEN THESE ENTITIES FURNISED INFORMATION WITHOUT MY CONSENT. INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING COLLECTIONS XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX  XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ON MY CONSUMER REPORT. ADDITIONALLY, THEY HAVE CONTRAVENED 15 USC 1681B, which outlines the permissible purpose of consumer reports. I have requested Form XXXX from CXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX WHICH IS A FORM THAT SHOULD BE FILLED OUT, THEN SIGNED BY THE CONSUMER ( MYSELF ) AS PROOF OF APPLYING FOR THE SAID CREDIT. THE CREDITOR THEMSELVES DO NOT HAVE SUCH DOCUMENTATION AS THIS, WHICH MEANS THEY HAVE FAILED T DO THEIR JOB AS A RESPONSIBLE CREDITOR AND KEEP SUCH FILES IN THEIR RECORDS FOR THESE REASONS, SO THAT IF IT IS REQUESTED WE WILL KNOW WHO, WHAT XXXX AND WHERE TO PROCEED ON SAID CASES AS THIS IN THE EVENT OR FRAUD AND IT IS DEEMED AS SO MY PRIVACY HAS BEEN VIOLATED AS WELL XXXX!!!! IAM NOW TRYNG TO PURCHASE A HOME AND THIS IS THE ONLY ITEM NEGATIVELY AFFECTING MY CREDIT IN THIS CASE. PLEASE REMOVE IN THE XXXX BUSINESS DAYS AS THE DISPUTING TIMEFRAME HAS BEEN ELAPSED AND THE SAID FORM NOT RECEIVED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PROMPTNESS.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-23 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Velocity Portfolio Group
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding a collection account labeled XXXX XXXX XXXX account number XXXX that has been inaccurately reported on my credit report. The presence of this unverified collection is causing severe harm to my credit score and is taking a considerable toll on my overall well-being, leading to significant stress and anxiety. To the best of my knowledge, the creditor responsible for this collection account has failed to provide proper verification of its legitimacy and accuracy. This lack of verification has led to an erroneous credit report entry that is negatively affecting my financial standing. The unjustly reported collection account has resulted in a substantial and undeserved negative impact on my credit score. Additionally, the stress and XXXX  that have arisen from this situation are affecting my overall quality of life. I firmly believe in the importance of accurate credit reporting and the duty of creditors to verify the legitimacy of their claims before reporting them.

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 2024-05-23 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
This is several times I have found inaccurate information on my credit report. Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) require the 3 credit reporting agencies to review this account ( A ). Posting as information without confirmation within the time limit set by law is not permitted. I need to investigate, correct, or update the listed incorrect information on my credit report. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-23 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
This is several times I have found inaccurate information on my credit report. Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) require the 3 credit reporting agencies to review this account ( A ). Posting as information without confirmation within the time limit set by law is not permitted. I need to investigate, correct, or update the listed incorrect information on my credit report. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief