vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-13 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Subject : Dispute of Charge-Off Entry on My Credit Report Dear Equifax Dispute Department : I am writing to formally dispute a charge-off entry that appears on my credit report. According to 15 U.S.C. 1681i of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I have the right to dispute any inaccurate or incomplete information on my credit report. If the information can not be verified within a reasonable time frame, it must be removed. 

The charge-off in question does not accurately reflect my credit history or the status of the account. I am requesting that you investigate and, if necessary, remove this charge-off entry from my credit report unless proper verification is provided. 

Under 15 U.S.C. 1681i, credit reporting agencies are required to investigate any disputed information within 30 days and to provide written confirmation of the results of the investigation. If the information is found to be inaccurate or incomplete, it must be corrected or removed. The presence of this charge-off on my credit report is damaging to my creditworthiness and violates my rights under federal law. 

Please investigate this matter and remove the charge-off entry from my credit report if it can not be properly verified. I request a written confirmation once the investigation has been completed and the necessary corrections have been made. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any additional information. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 15 U.S.C. 1681i Procedure in Case of Disputed Accuracy This section of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) outlines the procedures for disputing inaccurate information on a credit report. It states : When a consumer disputes information on their credit report, the credit reporting agency must investigate the dispute within 30 days. 
The agency must promptly notify the consumer of the results of the investigation. 
If the information is found to be inaccurate or incomplete, it must be corrected or removed from the consumers report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-13 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: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I received a text alert on XX/XX/year> that there was fraudulent charges and to call XXXX Citi Bank number provided. I called the fraud department and notified them that I had not used my card that day and my card was put on lock to prevent further charges. I also decided to close my account since I hardly use the credit card. The fraud department said that they would investigate the charges and would place a hold on the account until the investigation is complete. A couple weeks later I get a notice by mail that XXXX out of XXXX charges were dismissed except the biggest charge made at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX of {$210.00}. They deemed that charge made by me because when I first called the fraud department I said that my credit card was in my wallet and not lost, but they dismissed the XXXX smaller charges. I immediately called their fraud department and told them that I did not purchase anything at XXXX XXXX XXXX they told me if I wanted to continue the dispute to Fax my license front and back with my signature along with my case number. 
Its been weeks and I have not received anything from them and I continue to call weekly and still nothing. I have provided statements from XXXX XXXX along with employee names and numbers stating that I did not make the purchase made. Mi credit was over XXXX and now its at XXXX because of this. Please help and thank you.

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 monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to request assistance with multiple inaccuracies on my credit report that have adversely impacted my credit standing. Despite my efforts to resolve these issues directly with both creditors and credit reporting agencies, I have not received a satisfactory resolution. These inaccuracies include erroneous information regarding account details, duplicated accounts, outdated collection entries, incorrect open or closed account statuses, and unauthorized inquiries, all of which create a misleading portrayal of my creditworthiness. I kindly ask the CFPB to require the involved parties to correct, delete, or update the disputed information on my credit report in line with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), so that my credit report can reflect my accurate financial history. I am attaching supporting documents and I look forward to your assistance in resolving this matter promptly. Thank you for your attention to this request. 

Charge Off XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The list of accounts below has violated my federal protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. The following accounts are not accurate : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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, 1681section 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 an 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 reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate. 
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Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-13 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The list of accounts below has violated my federal protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. The following accounts are not accurate : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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/XXXX 15 U.S.C, 1681section 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 an 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 reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate. 
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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 2025-01-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Closing your account — Company closed your account
Company: TRUIST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
Truist bank reached out to me and stated that they are closing my account for lack of payment. They shut off my card 6 months ago due to alleged fraud, but every time I tried to call them I was left on hold for hours. 
I received a call from them today stating that they are closing my account and that I need to pay off the entire amount due on my account due to lack of payment. I have records that I have paid my account minimum balance every month before the due date of the XXXX. 
Payment of XXXX made on XX/XX/year>. Payment of XXXX made on XX/XX/year> and payment of XXXX made on XX/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 2025-01-13 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year> Dispute DepartmentEquifax XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Subject : Dispute of Unauthorized Collection Account on My Credit Report Dear Equifax Dispute Department : I am writing to formally dispute a collection account that appears on my credit report. According to 15 U.S.C. 1692g of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), debt collectors are required to provide consumers with a validation notice within five days of their initial communication. This notice must inform the consumer of their rights to dispute the debt and request verification. If this validation process has not been properly followed, the collection account should not appear on my credit report. 

I have not received proper validation of the debt in question, and I am requesting that this account be removed from my credit report unless proper validation is provided. The presence of an unverified collection account is damaging to my creditworthiness and violates my rights under federal law. 

Please investigate this matter and remove the collection account from my credit report if it can not be properly validated. I request a written confirmation once the investigation has been completed and the necessary corrections have been made. 

As outlined in 15 U.S.C. 1692g, consumers have the right to : Receive a validation notice informing them of the amount of the debt and the name of the original creditor. 

Dispute the validity of the debt within 30 days of receiving the notice. 

Request verification of the debt before any further collection efforts are made. 

If the collection account on my credit report does not meet these criteria, it must be removed immediately. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any additional information. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 15 U.S.C. 1692g Validation of Debts This section of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) requires debt collectors to provide consumers with a validation notice within five days of their initial communication. This notice must include : The amount of the debt. 

The name of the creditor to whom the debt is owed. 

A statement informing the consumer of their right to dispute the debt within 30 days. 

A statement that if the consumer disputes the debt, the debt collector will obtain verification and provide it to the consumer.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-13 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Dispute DepartmentEquifax XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Subject : Dispute of Unauthorized Collection Account on My Credit Report Dear Equifax XXXX Department : I am writing to formally dispute a collection account that appears on my credit report. According to 15 U.S.C. 1692g of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), debt collectors are required to provide consumers with a validation notice within five days of their initial communication. This notice must inform the consumer of their rights to dispute the debt and request verification. If this validation process has not been properly followed, the collection account should not appear on my credit report. 

I have not received proper validation of the debt in question, and I am requesting that this account be removed from my credit report unless proper validation is provided. The presence of an unverified collection account is damaging to my creditworthiness and violates my rights under federal law. 

Please investigate this matter and remove the collection account from my credit report if it can not be properly validated. I request a written confirmation once the investigation has been completed and the necessary corrections have been made. 

As outlined in 15 U.S.C. 1692g, consumers have the right to : Receive a validation notice informing them of the amount of the debt and the name of the original creditor. 

Dispute the validity of the debt within 30 days of receiving the notice. 

Request verification of the debt before any further collection efforts are made. 

If the collection account on my credit report does not meet these criteria, it must be removed immediately. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any additional information. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 15 U.S.C. 1692g Validation of Debts This section of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) requires debt collectors to provide consumers with a validation notice within five days of their initial communication. This notice must include : The amount of the debt. 

The name of the creditor to whom the debt is owed. 

A statement informing the consumer of their right to dispute the debt within 30 days. 

A statement that if the consumer disputes the debt, the debt collector will obtain verification and provide it to the consumer.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-13 00:00:00
Product: Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan — Payday loan
Issue: Struggling to pay your loan — 
Company: Florida Financial Management dba Lend A Dollar
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Are still taking {$61.00} out of my account when I told them to please reduce it right now my account is at negative and they won't listen please let them know when they do that I get a fraud detection for my bank and they need to work out a plan where I can afford to pay them off and now they are charging me more money that I can't afford I'm at a XXXX and I think {$40.00} and I will and they keep reducing it when I don't have the money and I'm broke they don't understand I can't afford to pay that off and I've been paying it off and they keep increasing my payment and I can't afford that

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Rental debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: T.S. Holdings
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
Please provide the original instrument on the underlying obligation and clarify the fiduciary relationship in the matter? the original application/source documentation bearing my social security number that created the alleged account. produce the XXXX XXXX giving authorization to open an account in my name. see attached

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to request assistance with multiple inaccuracies on my credit report that have adversely impacted my credit standing. Despite my efforts to resolve these issues directly with both creditors and credit reporting agencies, I have not received a satisfactory resolution. These inaccuracies include erroneous information regarding account details, duplicated accounts, outdated collection entries, incorrect open or closed account statuses, and unauthorized inquiries, all of which create a misleading portrayal of my creditworthiness. I kindly ask the CFPB to require the involved parties to correct, delete, or update the disputed information on my credit report in line with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), so that my credit report can reflect my accurate financial history. I am attaching supporting documents and I look forward to your assistance in resolving this matter promptly. Thank you for your attention to this request. 

Charge Off XXXX - XXXX - {$2000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - {$1100.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  {$2400.00} XXXX - XXXX - {$970.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$1100.00} Late Payment XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  {$460.00} Personal Information Employers : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Current Address ( es ) XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, CA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Current Address ( es ) : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX TX XXXX Previous Address ( es ) : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX CA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Previous Address ( es ) : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, CA XXXX XX/XX/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 2025-01-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB compliant has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA Section 611 ( 15 USC 1681i ), the method of verification for disputed information on a consumer 's credit report involves a " reinvestigation '' process where the consumer reporting agency must contact the original source of the information to verify its accuracy, and if the dispute is valid, update the consumer 's report accordingly, including the option to delete the disputed information XXXX XXXX XXXX {$3800.00} This credit account is the results of identity theft and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I'm writing to file a complaint for the second time regarding inaccurate information on my credit report with TransUnion. The report incorrectly lists my name as " XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, '' which is incomplete, and it also includes incorrect variations such as " XXXX, XXXX, XXXX '' and " XXXX, XXXX, '' when my correct name is " XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. '' Also, my address is listed as " XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NJ XXXX, '' where the number " XXXX '' should be removed, and it also incorrectly lists " XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NJ XXXX '' and " XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NJ XXXX. '' The correct address should be " XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NJ XXXX. '' These errors violate the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ), which mandates that credit reports must be accurate and up-to-date. These inaccuracies could negatively impact my credit, and I request that TransUnion correct these details immediately. Additionally, I ask that you investigate the source of these discrepancies to ensure they are not the result of fraud or identity theft. Please ensure that all future information remains accurate moving forward.

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 2025-01-13 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: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof Under the doctrine of estoppel by silence, XXXX v XXXX ( XXXX  ) XXXX XXXX. I presume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exists.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-13 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
I STRONGLY REQUEST THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THIS LATE PAYMENT FROM MY ACCOUNT, AS IT DOES NOT ACCURATELY DEPICT MY PAYMENT HISTORY. I HAVE CONSISTENTLY MADE TIMELY PAYMENTS, AND IT IS UNACCEPTABLE TO HAVE THIS ERRONEOUS ENTRY LISTED. KINDLY UPDATE MY ACCOUNT PROMPTLY.

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