vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-11-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — Store credit card
Issue: Fees or interest — Unexpected increase in interest rate
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I signed up for a Care Credit card in XXXX of XXXX as a financing option for a medical service. The initial purchase amount was around {$1200.00}, and I was approved right away during the consultation at the XXXX XXXX. On XX/XX/XXXX of XXXX I was charged {$740.00} of interest alone, which made my total balance increase to over the initial purchase amount. I was never told that this card had deferred interest and if I didn't pay off the whole balance in 24 months, that I would be charged 30 % interest on the initial purchase amount. And I have made payments on this card, to be fair. If I had been told this, I would have never agreed to use this card. The main reason why people are drawn to these credit cards in the first place, is to pay off a debt they can not afford to pay in full, and so the idea of deferred interest seems to directly defeat the purpose of this. In my opinion, these terms are extremely deceptive and fraudulent. This does not sit well with me at all, and this will be the last time I do any kind of business with Care Credit, or Synchrony Bank. They could care less about the people who fall victim to their terms, in fact they have no problem defending the terms as if they make sense in the first place. People are struggling with bills, and inflated prices making it hard to pay for necessities, and I feel like there is no one out there to defend me or people like me who just want to be treated fairly. I guess this is the way the world works now, and if you can't pay the outrageous price in full, then you just deserve to stay behind forever. 

Thanks a lot.

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 2023-11-15 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:
I am formally requesting this letter to update the following accounts in my credit profile which appear to be fairly misleading and erroneous. According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 USC sections 1681i, you are obligated to finish your investigation within 30 days ; please do so, otherwise, you will be in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$1400.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$920.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$9200.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$19000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$19000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Owed : {$4300.00}.

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 2023-11-15 00:00:00
Product: Vehicle loan or lease — Loan
Issue: Managing the loan or lease — Billing problem
Company: ALLY FINANCIAL INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I obtained a loan from XXXX XXXX XXXX for the purchase of a car from Carmax on XXXX XXXX XXXX within the three day cancellation period, I cancelled the {$680.00} GAP Insurance. 

The {$680.00} has just now, on XXXX  been processed by XXXX as a payment instead of a refund or cancellation, which charging me {$19.00} finance charge for money that I did not borrow. 

I have contacted XXXX requesting the finance charges be refunded, but they refused. 

Carmax and XXXX are taking advantage of customers.

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 2023-11-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
This complaint with the consumer financial protection bureau is in regard of improper use of my consumer reports and disobedience of federal law. In reference to Wells Fargo Account # XXXX I wrote Wells Fargo a letter informing them of their inaccurate reporting of an account on my consumer reports. Wells Fargo is in violation of multiple laws set forth by Congress. 15 U.S. Code 1681a ( 2 ) ( a ) ( i ) states that the consumer report does not include information solely as to transactions or experiences ( payment history, charge off status ), between the consumer ( myself ) and the person ( Wells Fargo ) making the report. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1681 s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) states that A person ( Wells Fargo ) shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer ( ME ) to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate. The IRS Clearly defines a charge off as Gross or Ordinary income, INCOME DOES NOT GET REPORTED ON THE CONSUMER REPORT which in fact makes reporting of this account inaccurate! By Definition, the IRS Clearly says a Cancelled debt or Charge off is Income. The reporting of this account as a debt is inaccurate. Additionally, In Wells Fargo terms and conditions they agreed not to share my nonpublic information with non affiliates. Consumer reporting agencies such as XXXX, XXXX and XXXX is not an affiliate of Wells Fargo nor are they " bureaus '' as Wells Fargo suggested. The only true credit bureau is the CFPB and they DO NOT furnish consumer reports as federal law has stated several times. Wells Fargo has been HEREBY PUT ON NOTICE that they are furnishing incorrect inaccurate information, and as such I shall also point out their responsibility pursuant 15 U.S. Code section 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( B ) ( ii ) : ( a ) DUTY OF FURNISHERS OF INFORMATION TO PROVIDE ACCURATE INFORMATION 1 ) PROHIBITION ( B ) Reporting information after notice and confirmation of errors A person shall not furnish information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if ( i ) the person has been notified by the consumer, at the address specified by the person for such notices, that specific information is inaccurate ; and ( ii ) the information is, in fact, inaccurate. Additionally, per the Privacy Act of 1974 as a federally protected consumer I am now revoking any and all authorization I the consumer may have given you written, non written, verbal, and nonverbal per 5 U.S. Code 552a. Per the FCRA as a federally protected consumer I am now opting out of any and all authorization I the consumer may have given you written, non written, verbal, and non verbal per 15 USC 6802.

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 2023-11-15 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
This is XXXX XXXX XXXX please do not deny my complaint by stating that I filed this by some other means than myself. This is done 100 % by me. The stuff on my credit report is wrong and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports I never gave any written consent to report anything on my consumer reports no consent is fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-11-15 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
Upon noticing inaccuracies in my report, I took it upon myself to reach out to the creditor to request validation of the debt, but to my disappointment, they failed to provide any supporting documentation. My concern pertains to the account in question, which is erroneously listed as a late payment account. I insist that you furnish concrete evidence of this account being late and, if such evidence is not forthcoming, I demand the immediate removal of the negative payment status associated with this account from my credit report. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX. I take this matter seriously, and I expect a thorough investigation into this dispute as well as a resolution that aligns with the laws and guidelines set forth to ensure accurate credit reporting. I do not consent to an electronic communications. I request all responses be in writing throughtheusps I'm the one filing this complaint, and I give Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) authority to investigate this claim.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-11-15 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
Please see attached file

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-11-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Fees or interest — Problem with fees
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
CitiBank randomly lowered my credit limit, within a few dollars of my current balance, right before my bill was due to generate, which then caused me to be over my credit limit. My credit score took a big hit ( down over XXXX points ) because of the credit limit decrease from {$6400.00} with a balance of {$2700.00} decreased credit limit to {$2700.00}. How is this at all ethical or legal?! I have paid my bill regularly, no missed payments and always make at least the minimum payment due. I can verify/prove that my household income is over {$86000.00} a year, and that while my credit card usage increased on other cards it is due to getting my house ready to sell to purchase a new home which now is at risk due to my credit score dropping over XXXX points!

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 2023-11-15 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I'm really not sure what happened. I have mailed off letters to the credit bureaus continuously and thus far I have not gotten a response. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.

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 2023-11-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
It is indeed ridiculous to see late payments recorded on my account when I have consistently made on-time payments without any history of being overdue. I firmly insist that you correct my account to accurately depict my payment history.

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 2023-11-15 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — FHA mortgage
Issue: Trouble during payment process — Escrow, taxes, or insurance
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Yesterday ( XX/XX/XXXX ) I received a Mortgage Statement from Bank of America. The mortgage payment is due XX/XX/XXXX. 

The mortgage statement contains a line that shows I have paid {$9200.00} in XXXX Property Tax Payments ( this is the only purpose for the Escrow account ). My total property tax bill for the year is {$9800.00}. Based on this, the Escrow account due should be {$650.00} for XXXX which would cover XXXX property tax liability in full. Bank of America is billing me {$1100.00} and shows an escrow balance of {$4300.00}. THIS IS NOT ACCURATE. 

My husband ( authorized to speak and transact on this account ) called Bank of America and spoke - after being told " the call may be recorded '' - with a XXXX Florida Supervisor by the name of XXXX XXXX. 

It was explained to the Supervisor that Bank of America is knowingly over billing us for the Escrow account. We explained to the supervisor that all property taxes have been paid on this account. There was no arrearage substantiating the amount on the bill. The supervisor recommended that we contact the previous servicer on this account ( note - this account was with Bank of America originally ; then transferred to another services ; then transferred back to Bank of America ). 

Bank of America is responsible for accurate record keeping when they assumed this account. The Escrow account used to pay Property Taxes has been part of the mortgage payment from the beginning. The account has and continues to be current. The supervisor stated that Bank of America is not in the practice of checking records to ensure accuracy for the consumer when mortgage accounts are transferred to them. Thus, she directs us to reach out to an entity that is no longer responsible for this loan. 

This is not an appropriate response for such a large and well known banking institution. 

We believe Bank of America continues to violate federal law by its conduct on this loan.

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 2023-11-15 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX account # XXXX, has violated my rights. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the rights 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 1666B : A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit account under an open consumer credit plan as late for any reason.

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 2023-11-15 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX account # XXXX, has violated my rights. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the rights 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 1666B : A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit account under an open consumer credit plan as late for any reason.

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 2023-11-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: CCS Financial Services, Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX is reporting that I have debt and collections with them when thats absolutely incorrect. I spoke to the collection agency and told them its incorrect and they should contact XXXX. I also spoke to XXXX and they stated it was a billing error and I also reach out to XXXX and its still on my credit report affecting my score and hurt me financially.

Company public response: Company believes the complaint is the result of a misunderstanding
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-11-15 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
It appears that my credit with you has been compromised. I was going through my records and noticed that the disputed inquiries, which do not belong to me were still reporting in my credit reports. This is another request to remove the inquiries from my credit file resulting from alleged identity theft. Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) you are required to remove any items not later than 4 business days after the ( XX/XX/ ). Ive already included this issue in my previous letter & I am including it again. Also, the information you provided on these inquiries are UNKNOWN to me and were REMOVED from other bureaus and I have doubts about your reporting accuracy. 
EQUIFAX : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-11-15 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
Hard Inquiries : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Collections : The following companies I did not go into any contractual agreement with the collection agencies, and has asked for the original contract and neither company provided one. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2023-11-15 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint to express my vehement dissatisfaction with the presence of unauthorized accounts on my credit report, which I believe to be a result of identity theft. The accounts in question are creating unwarranted havoc on my financial standing, and I demand their immediate removal. Considering the severity of identity theft and my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I insist that you take immediate action to remove these dubious accounts from my credit report. I demand prompt confirmation of the removal and a detailed account of the measures taken to prevent such occurrences in the future. XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX ) XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. Please remove these fraudulent accounts in my file ASAP.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-11-15 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Telecommunications debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing this letter to you regarding account number XXXX from XXXX XXXX I do not have any such account with that company and I have tried to dispute it directly with the company, to no avail. 
I am requesting that you please provide me with all verification results regarding this account so that I may investigate these claims and take appropriate legal action.I am the person making this complaint & I give CFPB authority to investigate this claim. And I do not consent to an electronic communications. I request all responses be in writing through the USPS.

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 2023-11-15 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
I sent some letters to the credit bureaus regarding inaccurate items on my credit report. My letters have been disregarded and Ive been receiving letters stating Im using a 3rd party. I have attached my ID and letters to this complaint for your review

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 2023-11-15 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: NV

Complaint narrative:
I sent some letters to the credit bureaus regarding inaccurate items on my credit report. My letters have been disregarded and Ive been receiving letters stating Im using a 3rd party. I have attached my ID and letters to this complaint for your review

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief