vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Unable to get your credit report or credit score — Problem getting your free annual credit report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
The Credit bureaus stated my account was properly investigation but how is that possible if the balance, status of account, the date last active is inaccurate, and date last reported is not accurate. They haven't updated my credit report on XXXX in 4 months. This ground for removal they also violated my rights under 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

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-27 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Request for Removal of Paid Charge-Off Accounts from Credit Report Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to formally request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau XXXX CFPB ) assist me in ensuring that the following charge-off accounts, which have been settled and paid in full, are removed from my credit report, in accordance with applicable federal laws and guidelines : 1. XXXX, Account # XXXX ***** XXXX. XXXX, Account # XXXX ****** XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX, Account ***** These accounts, while previously charged off, have been fully resolved as they are marked paid and closed on my credit report. According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and related consumer protection laws, charge-offs that are fully paid and settled should no longer be reported in a manner that negatively impacts a consumer 's credit profile. Additionally, the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) and the CFPB have both issued guidance regarding the reporting of paid charge-offs, emphasizing the accuracy and completeness of credit reports. 

As these accounts are no longer in default status and have been settled, they should not continue to appear as negative items on my credit report. Continuing to report these charge-offs undermines the purpose of the FCRA, which aims to ensure that credit reports are fair, accurate, and complete. I respectfully request that these charge-offs be removed from my credit report entirely as they no longer reflect my current credit standing. 

I believe the continued reporting of these charge-offs may be in violation of the FCRA, which states that credit reporting agencies must follow reasonable procedures to ensure maximum possible accuracy of the information reported. Moreover, under Section 609 of the FCRA, I have the right to dispute any information on my credit report that I believe is incorrect or misleading. Since these charge-offs have been paid and closed, they no longer provide an accurate depiction of my creditworthiness. 

Furthermore, I kindly ask that the CFPB ensure that the credit reporting agencies update my credit file to reflect the accurate status of these accounts. This action is critical to ensure my credit report fully complies with all consumer protection regulations. 

Please confirm in writing that these charge-off accounts will be removed or updated to reflect their true status of " paid in full '' without any derogatory notations. If further documentation is needed to substantiate this request, I am more than happy to provide it upon request. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response and resolution of this issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-27 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:
Subject : Request for Removal of Paid Charge-Off Accounts from Credit Report Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to formally request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) assist me in ensuring that the following charge-off accounts, which have been settled and paid in full, are removed from my credit report, in accordance with applicable federal laws and guidelines : 1. XXXX, Account # XXXX ***** XXXX. XXXX, Account # XXXX ****** XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX, Account ***** These accounts, while previously charged off, have been fully resolved as they are marked paid and closed on my credit report. According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and related consumer protection laws, charge-offs that are fully paid and settled should no longer be reported in a manner that negatively impacts a consumer 's credit profile. Additionally, the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) and the CFPB have both issued guidance regarding the reporting of paid charge-offs, emphasizing the accuracy and completeness of credit reports. 

As these accounts are no longer in default status and have been settled, they should not continue to appear as negative items on my credit report. Continuing to report these charge-offs undermines the purpose of the FCRA, which aims to ensure that credit reports are fair, accurate, and complete. I respectfully request that these charge-offs be removed from my credit report entirely as they no longer reflect my current credit standing. 

I believe the continued reporting of these charge-offs may be in violation of the FCRA, which states that credit reporting agencies must follow reasonable procedures to ensure maximum possible accuracy of the information reported. Moreover, under Section 609 of the FCRA, I have the right to dispute any information on my credit report that I believe is incorrect or misleading. Since these charge-offs have been paid and closed, they no longer provide an accurate depiction of my creditworthiness. 

Furthermore, I kindly ask that the CFPB ensure that the credit reporting agencies update my credit file to reflect the accurate status of these accounts. This action is critical to ensure my credit report fully complies with all consumer protection regulations. 

Please confirm in writing that these charge-off accounts will be removed or updated to reflect their true status of " paid in full '' without any derogatory notations. If further documentation is needed to substantiate this request, I am more than happy to provide it upon request. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response and resolution of 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 2024-10-27 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: DE

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX, DE XXXX XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  NJ XXXX Subject : Request for Method of Verification and Continued Dispute of Charge-Off Account # XXXX To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to follow up on my previous dispute regarding the charge-off listed on my credit report under the account # [ Account Number ]. I previously sent a dispute letter requesting the removal of this charge-off based on the 1099-C form I received, which indicates that the debt was canceled.

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 611 ( a ) ( 6 ), I am entitled to know the method you used to verify the accuracy of this charge-off. Specifically, I request : 1. The method used to verify the accuracy of this charge-off.

2. The name and contact information of the person or entity that provided the verification.

3. Copies of any documents or records used in the reinvestigation process.

The FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) requires you to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of the disputed information. Since I have provided evidence that the debt was canceled, the charge-off should not be reported. If the information can not be verified, it must be deleted from my credit report as per FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ). 
Please provide me with the requested information and update my credit report accordingly. I expect a response within the XXXX period allowed by law. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-27 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: DE

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, DE XXXX XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NJ XXXX Subject : Request for Method of Verification and Continued Dispute of Charge-Off Account # XXXX To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to follow up on my previous dispute regarding the charge-off listed on my credit report under the account # [ Account Number ]. I previously sent a dispute letter requesting the removal of this charge-off based on the 1099-C form I received, which indicates that the debt was canceled.

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 611 ( a ) ( 6 ), I am entitled to know the method you used to verify the accuracy of this charge-off. Specifically, I request : 1. The method used to verify the accuracy of this charge-off.

2. The name and contact information of the person or entity that provided the verification.

3. Copies of any documents or records used in the reinvestigation process.

The FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) requires you to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of the disputed information. Since I have provided evidence that the debt was canceled, the charge-off should not be reported. If the information can not be verified, it must be deleted from my credit report as per FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ).

Please provide me with the requested information and update my credit report accordingly. I expect a response within the XXXX period allowed by law. 

Sincerely, 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 2024-10-27 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
The Credit bureaus stated my account was properly investigation but how is that possible if the balance, status of account, the date last active is inaccurate, and date last reported is not accurate or belongs to me. This ground for removal they also violated my rights under 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

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-27 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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 2024-10-27 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: DE

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, DE XXXX XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX Subject : Request for Reinvestigation and Removal of Charge-Off Account # XXXX {$15000.00} To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to dispute the accuracy of a charge-off listed on my credit report under the account # XXXX. I have received a 1099-C form for this account, indicating that the debt was canceled. According to the Internal Revenue Code ( IRC ) 6050P, a 1099-C form is issued when a creditor cancels a debt of {$600.00} or more. This means the debt has been legally forgiven and should no longer be reported as a charge-off.

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 611 ( a ), I have the right to dispute any information on my credit report that I believe is inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable. As the debt has been canceled and a 1099-C form has been issued, the reporting of this charge-off is both inaccurate and misleading.

I request that you conduct a reinvestigation of this matter under FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and remove the charge-off from my credit report. If the information can not be verified, it must be deleted from my credit file according to FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ).

Please provide me with written confirmation that this item has been corrected and removed. If you are unable to verify the accuracy of this information, it must be deleted from my credit report as required by law.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your response. 

Sincerely, 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 2024-10-27 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Dispute Regarding Failure to Remove Inaccurate Account Information in Violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Dear Consumer, Financial Protection Bureau, I am writing to file a formal complaint against Experian for its failure to properly investigate and remove inaccurate account information from my credit report in viola<on of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 USC 611 ). 

Account Information : Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date of Charge O : XX/XX/year> Amount : {$170.00} Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I have the right to request removal of inaccurate or outdated information from my credit report. It is concerning that despite providing evidence of the inaccuracies, the disputed account remains on my report. 

I am requesting that you conduct a thorough re-investigation into this matter and take the necessary steps to correct the inaccuracies in accordance with the law. 
Please provide me with a written explanation of the results of your re- investigation and action taken to rectify the inaccuracies. 

I expect a prompt response within the required 30-day timeframe as mandated by law. Failure to comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act may result in further action being taken. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to a timely resolution and the removal of the inaccurate account information from my credit report. 
Sincerely 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 2024-10-27 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I have a goal of getting a house as soon as possible but the stuff on my credit report will really put me in trouble. Ive been trying to understand some instances why the credit bureaus may take some time to respond but this is so unprofessional. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information. Please take note, it is me personally who is filling this. 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MD

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.

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MD

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.

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-27 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: DE

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, DE XXXX XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX Subject : Request for Reinvestigation and Removal of Charge-Off Account # XXXX {$15000.00} To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to dispute the accuracy of a charge-off listed on my credit report under the account # XXXX. I have received a 1099-C form for this account, indicating that the debt was canceled. According to the Internal Revenue Code ( IRC ) 6050P, a 1099-C form is issued when a creditor cancels a debt of {$600.00} or more. This means the debt has been legally forgiven and should no longer be reported as a charge-off.

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 611 ( a ), I have the right to dispute any information on my credit report that I believe is inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable. As the debt has been canceled and a 1099-C form has been issued, the reporting of this charge-off is both inaccurate and misleading.

I request that you conduct a reinvestigation of this matter under FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and remove the charge-off from my credit report. If the information can not be verified, it must be deleted from my credit file according to FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ).

Please provide me with written confirmation that this item has been corrected and removed. If you are unable to verify the accuracy of this information, it must be deleted from my credit report as required by law.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your response. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-27 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: DE

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, DE XXXX XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX Subject : Request for Reinvestigation and Removal of Charge-Off Account # XXXX {$15000.00} To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to dispute the accuracy of a charge-off listed on my credit report under the account # XXXX. I have received a 1099-C form for this account, indicating that the debt was canceled. According to the Internal Revenue Code ( IRC ) 6050P, a 1099-C form is issued when a creditor cancels a debt of {$600.00} or more. This means the debt has been legally forgiven and should no longer be reported as a charge-off.

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 611 ( a ), I have the right to dispute any information on my credit report that I believe is inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable. As the debt has been canceled and a 1099-C form has been issued, the reporting of this charge-off is both inaccurate and misleading.

I request that you conduct a reinvestigation of this matter under FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and remove the charge-off from my credit report. If the information can not be verified, it must be deleted from my credit file according to FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ).

Please provide me with written confirmation that this item has been corrected and removed. If you are unable to verify the accuracy of this information, it must be deleted from my credit report as required by law.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your response. 

Sincerely, 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