vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2015-09-11 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)
Issue: Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed — Debt resulted from identity theft
Company: Stellar Recovery, Inc.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
A fraudulent account was opened in my name at an address I have never lived at. I first found out about it in a collection letter that was mailed to my real address. I contacted XXXX XXXX the account ) spoke to their fraud department, was issued a escalation ticket, filled out and returned to them with supporting documents they requested. XXXX received documents, closed the ticket and 5 months later, I received another collection letter. I called XXXX back, they confirmed the documents were received, the ticket closed and they will notify the collection agency. I called the collection agency gave them my facts, they said XXXX has not notified them, will close and send it back to XXXX. Fast forward to today, 10 months later I receive another collection letter from another collection company, same XXXX account number, same $ amount. I have spent the last XXXX hours on the phone with XXXX going from department to department with no resolution. Finally I was connected to the FTC who suggested I contact this bureau for resolution.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2016-06-27 00:00:00
Product: Consumer Loan — Installment loan
Issue: Managing the loan or lease — 
Company: Lendmark Financial Services
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I ALREADY SUBMITTED A COMPLAINT NUMBER XXXX AND WAS TOLD IT WAS SENT TO THE COMPANY LENDMARK AND I HAVE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND EXPLANATION TO SUBMITT. THE PAYMNET HISTORY INDICATED A MALST PAYMENT IN XXXX.. I AM XXXX VETERAN AND HAS BEEN GOING THRU XXXX AND XXXX WAS IN XXXX 2016. WEHN MY WIFW ENT INTO MAKE PAYMENT SHE WAS TOLD THERE WERE NO MORE PAYMENT DUE BUT UET WE WOULD RECIVED LETTERS INDICATING OTHERWISE AND WE ARE FAXING XXXX LETTER WHICH INDICATES A XXXX BALANCE DUE AND ITS VERY CONFUSING. THE FINACIAL READINESS PERSON AT THE XXXX ADVISED US TO CONTACT YOU. IT APPEARS THE COMAPONY IS CHOSSING TO CHARGE OTHER THAN THE XXXX INDICATED

Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2015-11-10 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed — Debt is not mine
Company: SIMM Associates, Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
The company, Simm Associates, continues to call our home repeatedly after we have told them that we are not the debtors whom they seek. They call at all hours and are unresponsive to our requests to take our phone number off the call list.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2017-02-09 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — Home equity loan or line of credit
Issue: Loan servicing, payments, escrow account — 
Company: POPULAR BANK
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
We are trying to sell our home, checked the XXXX if we have any claim against our property in XX/XX/XXXX. None recorded. While opening escrow, we received the preliminary report from the title company that we have a XXXX lien against our property by Banco Popular North America. They sold that XXXX lien to XXXX. This sale is on paper but never has been officially recorded. XXXX XXXX in XXXX, CA XXXX needs to have a recording. We tried several times to get Banco Popular to record this transaction. They refuse. We ca n't sell our home. 
The above process took place in XX/XX/XXXX, while we were under chapter XXXX bankruptcy proceedings. The XXXX Bankruptcy XXXX XXXX XXXX California declared the above XXXX lien to be entirely, permanently, and for all purposes void and unenforceable in 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 2017-02-23 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: Amsher Collection Services, Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
It 's been past 7 years and they are saying that I owe an old apartment debt. It is false and past time to remove it from my credit

Company public response: Company believes the complaint is the result of a misunderstanding
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2016-04-20 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Non-federal student loan
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: SIMM Associates, Inc.
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
Simms Associates, a dubious debt collector, is making false statements claiming that I am not making direct payments on my student loan debt to the student loan company, XXXX. These statement ( s ) are adversely affecting my credit report. I have in fact continued to make monthly payments each and every month to XXXX without fail and furthermore XXXX has continued to receive and deposit these payments into their account.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2015-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Bank account or service — Checking account
Issue: Deposits and withdrawals — 
Company: FIRST HAWAIIAN, INC.
State: HI

Complaint narrative:
I was the victim of a scam recently, I 've had my account at First Hawaiian Bank for less than a year and I 've never had too much money in it as I am only XXXX and just making my way in life. I was sent a fraudulent check by someone I thought I could trust for {$2600.00} which I deposited into my account via teller. I was instructed to use this money for an employer who would be moving in to my area to get his apartment ready for him and his family. I was told the funds from the check would be immediately available the day after. I withdrew {$2200.00} the next morning and sent it to who I was told was my employers " landlord and agent. '' I became suspicious of him when he became exceedingly demanding and I told him I would n't continue until he arrived, this only enraged him and he threatened to call the authorities on me and said I was trying to take advantage of someone who was deaf. Out of fear I withdrew the rest of the money {$380.00} to be done with it and sent it to the same person. Days later I receive a call from my bank telling me my check had bounced. But I had already sent this guy money! I just do n't understand how the bank can give me a loan, which is what they did, without my knowledge or agreeing! I feel cheated by my bank for not protecting me, not only has this left me with a big debt on my shoulders but it 's emotionally tolling.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2017-01-24 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Mortgage
Issue: Disclosure verification of debt — Right to dispute notice not received
Company: Selene Finance LP
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Selene took over servicing of my mortgage I have sent letters requesting verification of the debt the modification that XXXX had and how to continue with the modification ... ..they have ignored my repeated letters and calls and have just moved forward with the foreclosure which is tomorrow XX/XX/2017

Company response to consumer: Closed
Consumer complaint received 2016-12-16 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — Other mortgage
Issue: Loan modification,collection,foreclosure — 
Company: Selene Finance LP
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
For over 18 months I have been submitting documents to Selene to get assistance with my home mortgage. They do not notify me of any missing documents they might need, nor will they tell me why they continue to not assist me. They call XXXX and XXXX times a day and are very threatening. They refuse to take any payment since XXXX 2016, saying that I had to pay the full amount due or they would foreclose immediately. This past XXXX ( after at least XXXX written applications/requests for a loan modification for my home ) they finally carried thru with their threat. For the next 2 months they harassed and harassed me with numerous calls and messages each day and they refused to negotiate and only wanted the full amount due ( approx. {$14000.00} ). Finally with no option left, I filed CH XXXX bankruptcy. During the next 30 days I again, called Selene to see what I could do to keep my home. They said there was nothing that could be done, except to stay current and let the Bankruptcy proceed. In middle XXXX I had my case dismissed without prejudice due to my circumstances. Since then Selene is back to harassing me and giving me false hope and information. Last week, XXXX I re filed an application for Loan modification, as once again my house is in foreclosure. I have repeatedly asked for a different contact person as the one I have XXXX is abusive and is very prejudiced against me. Selene does not follow the FTC or CFPB guidelines and continues to be harassing and threatening. In XXXX they did not send me any notice that my house was in foreclosure, and as of today I have not receiveed anything for the current status. I need your help. 
My income dropped, it was XXXX and now only XXXX. I am the only provider and I need to keep my house. The deny my requests saying I can afford to pay the arrears within 3 months, but I can not afford to make my payments. 

Please investigate this company, as they continue to break FTC and CFPB guidelines regarding collection practices. They follow no guidelines but their own. 

Thank you!

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2016-08-08 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)
Issue: Communication tactics — Used obscene/profane/abusive language
Company: Amsher Collection Services, Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Amsher Collection Agency collecting a XXXX disputed debt. The employee, XXXX, was abusive and bullyish. There were other ways to look up my account and he was very rude insisting that I had to give him my whole SS #. When I refused to do that he lied and said I had to. When he found my account using the phone number he said i had to call a different number. I asked him to wait a moment while I went to my desk to get a pen. He said call us back when you have a pen and hung up the phone. The amount I owe is small, I do n't even really owe it - this man was beyond rude and completely unsuited to this line of work. I called back and XXXX XXXX took care of me. Offered no apology regarding his employee 's abusive attitude. 
I can only imagine how bad someone with a real and large debt would feel about this company.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2015-07-06 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — FHA mortgage
Issue: Loan modification,collection,foreclosure — 
Company: Selene Finance LP
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Selene Finance due to the fact that I am going through a modification but I am being foreclosed on XXXX XXXX, 2015. When my account was transferred to Selene from XXXX XXXX XXXX, I was going through modification. I told Selene that I wanted to do a Deed in Lieu but was told I had to go through the other modification processes first, trial modification, short sale, then Deed in Lieu. Went through the trial modification. Submitted financial documents. My representative XXXX XXXX got with me and determined that my finances did n't allow me to be able to pay the {$910.00} trial mortgage payment. We contacted them and provided the information to them. After that was over in XXXX I began working on tthe short sale. I contacted a realtor to get help with that. I did n't know them personally but they told me they could set it up for me. Submitted information. Did n't hear anything from Selene so assumed everything was good. Then in XXXX, I got papers from the XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX saying I was being foreclosed on. Contacted Selene to find out what happened. Could n't reach my loan resolution contact XXXX XXXX. I was told that paperwork was n't received. Told them that everything was sent. They never contacted me to say anything. XXXX XXXX is supposed to be working with me and has n't lifted a finger to guide me or help me through this process. I have no idea what is going on. I have been treated terribly and this is n't fair. I need help and do n't know who to talk to or where to seek help. I do n't know how the foreclosure works and if I will just be put out one day while I am out. I am concerned and do n't know what to do. Please help me.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2015-09-08 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: Amsher Collection Services, Inc.
State: IN

Complaint narrative:
Amshire Collections is attempting to collect a fabricated amount even though I have made due effort to make them aware of that. In XXXX 2012 I contacted XXXX XXXX to cancel my account because I thought their services were outrageously overpriced. The account representative said she would apply a " loyalty '' credit to my account, thus locking me in a XXXX month contract without consent. Upon canceling my account I was notified that I would need to pay a {$170.00} contract termination fee for a contract that I never entered. Amshire Collections has failed to provide me with any proof that XXXX XXXX had any sort of a contract with me to validate this fee or an itemized statement breaking down the charges that I owe.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2016-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — FHA mortgage
Issue: Loan servicing, payments, escrow account — 
Company: FCI Lender Services Inc.
State: MS

Complaint narrative:
FCI Lender services became the servicing company for my mortgage loan ~3-4 years ago. I have been paying on the loan since this time with no late or past due payments. Upon refinancing another mortgage I learned none of my payments ere being reported to the credit bureau. In order to pay off this company a verification of mortgage was needed. This process was very complicated and I later found out cost {$25.00}. This charge I was unaware of until I received my monthly statement. On XXXX/XXXX/16 I called in to pay off my loan. Upon speaking to the CSR I was told that I could n't pay off my loan without a payoff. After telling her the amount I was given on the verification she informed me that amount was n't correct and I would need a payoff that would have to be sent in the mail. This would take time and the interest as well as monthly draft would continue. After much discussion, she informed me of the {$25.00} outstanding fee, as well as an {$18.00} fee for phone payment that would be added to the amount that she could not verify as the payoff or not. After making check payment, I was informed the check would take 10 days to clear which could involve further interest as this had to be verified by the lender. I requested to speak with a manager and initially told the manager was gone because they had already closed. Then asked to hold on for her to find someone. XXXX came to the phone and offered no resolution to the issue of waiving any fees and again assured me of the time frames of check clearance and the possibility of further interest accrual. She also informed me the request for a payoff was {$30.00} and the only way to get funds quicker was to wire the money or do cashiers check. Again, more money to simply pay off what was already owed.

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 2017-01-15 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — Conventional adjustable mortgage (ARM)
Issue: Loan modification,collection,foreclosure — 
Company: Selene Finance LP
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern : Please help me ; I want to keep my home. 
For the past 7 months, I have been cooperating with XXXX XXXX XXXX and now Selene Finance to provide all the documentation required to modify my first mortgage which is a 30 year Conventional Jumbo ARM. I have attempted several times to get written confirmation from Selene Finance that my documentation previously submitted to XXXX XXXX XXXX was transferred. This has yet to happen. 
Despite Selene Finance 's unreasonable deadline requests to provide for additional documentation ( which I have submitted every single time on a timely basis ), they seem to be more focused in foreclosing my property instead of helping me keep my home which I have worked very hard since 2003 to pay and maintain. 
Therefore, this written description serves as my written request to submit my official complaint against my loan servicer, Selene Finance, in helping me modify my mortgage due to the following : 1. Unresponsive : loan resolution department head has yet to return my repeated phone calls 2. Contradictory requests for missing documentation : Despite providing " missing documentation '' via certified mail on a timely & repeated basis, Selene Finance letters are unsigned, repetitive, confusing, and contradictory. 
3. Confusing follow-up process : my first mortgage was recently transferred from XXXX XXXX XXXX to Selene Finance. 
4. Wrong focus : instead of helping me modify my mortgage due to continued financial hardship as a result of a recent separation from spouse and therefore loss of dual income, Selene Finance refuses to help, does not offer any options ( lowering my rate and/or extending the term of my first mortgage -I have XXXX mortgages on my home- ), and worse-yet facilitates the selling of my home by requiring to dialogue with realtors who are not specialists in modification. 
Since it is my firm desire to keep my property, I look forward to speaking with a CFPB representative either in person and/or via phone. Please note I have kept diligent records and can show tangible proof Selene Finance committed surprising number of errors that often are grounds to challenge a foreclosure action. 
Since time is of the essence, I thank you in advance for your immediate attention & response to the contents of this written complaint.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2016-03-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)
Issue: Taking/threatening an illegal action — Sued w/o proper notification of suit
Company: The Law Offices of Daniel C. Consuegra
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
To Whom it may concern, I had a second property in Florida which I lost XX/XX/XXXX due to the financial crisis. Even though XXXX XXXX XXXX the original creditor provided a statement to the IRS clearly showing the balance remaining was {$140000.00} and the Fair Market Value was {$170000.00} at the time making this a phantom debt ( statement included ), also the statute of limitations in Florida is only 1 year. The Law Offices of Daniel Consuegra on behalf of their client XXXX XXXX XXXX who purchased XXXX XXXX zombie debts for {$1.00} including my own ( see my note assignment provided ) created a lawsuit mill which churned out thousands of debt collection lawsuits relying on deception and faulty legal paperwork. In my case this includes intentionally filing their lawsuit under a false address in XXXX XXXX, even though my original creditor statement from XX/XX/XXXX, my current drivers license, my credit report ALL have XXXX listed as my primary residence. Furthermore, even though I was NEVER served in this lawsuit, I did receive an unsigned court document only AFTER the default judgment was already filed as an intimidation tactic. This confirms they were aware of my address all along but willfully continued with the fraudulent filing. ( please see unsigned court documents ) Because of these deceptive and abusive legal tactics I have become a victim of unfair credit discrimination. I was offered a job, but after a background check the offer was rescinded solely because of this fraudulent judgment being listed in on my credit report. Resulting in great financial and emotional harm. 

I already filed a complaint against XXXX XXXX XXXX for their role in this scheme ( Complaint # XXXX ). 

Both companies are equally responsible for making me a victim of sewer service, and violating my credit rights. 

Since I have absolutely no connections, or contacts in XXXX and the CFPB has the authority to investigate deceptive, abusive, and unfair practices I am asking them to review my case and supporting documentation carefully. 

I appreciate agencies assistance finding a fair resolution. 

Thank you.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2015-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Payday loan
Issue: Communication tactics — Frequent or repeated calls
Company: POPULAR BANK
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Loan Insurance Fee Scams ( XXXX ) Companies : Financial CorporationInstant Phone Cash XXXX XXXX XXXXE-Loan IncXXXX XXXX : 25 times per day per phone lineNotes : automatic recorded voice messageFunding : XXXXLocation : XXXX XXXX XXXX service : rude and request bank account informationRequest debt not owedNever sent funds for {$23000.00} {$10000.00} {$3000.00} {$4000.00} $ XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXDebt : $ XXXX/monthTerm : 36 monthsRequest bank account informationXX/XX/2015 XX/XX/2015Company phone numbers : Representative : XXXX XXXX Email addressDown payment on loan : {$730.00} up frontEmployer : XXXXConfirmation : XXXXDirect Contact number : XXXXXXXX XXXXconfirmation number : XXXXContact number : XXXXDebt : $ XXXX/monthTerm : 22 monthsXX/XX/2015 XXXXRepresentative : XXXXDirect lendingLoan : $ XXXXDebt : $ XXXX/monthRefundable loan insurance : {$150.00} up frontXX/XX/2015 XXXXReported Companies Telephone Numbers To CFPB Via XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXXunknown/privateFri XXXX/XXXX/2015 XXXX XXXXELOAN XXXX XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXX HELLO, YOU ARE APPROVED FOR A LONG TERM PERSONAL LOAN. 
MINIMUM {$5000.00} AND MAXIMUM {$25000.00}. 
YOU DO N'T HAVE TO PAY ANYTHING TO GET THE LOAN. 
YOU NEED TO HAVE A PROPER BANKING CHECK-IN/BUSINESS ACCOUNT. 
YOU NEED TO HAVE ONLINE BANKING FACILITYYOU NEED TO PROVIDE XXXX COPY OF IDENTITY PROOF AND XXXX PASSPORT SIZE PHOTOS. 
YOU NEED TO REFER LOAN APPROVAL PAPERS CAREFULLY. 
YOU NEED TO PROVIDE US AN ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE. 
WE DO N'T WORK WITH PREPAID ACCOUNTSIF YOU ARE REALLY IN NEED OF QUICK LOAN AND YOU ARE SERIOUS ABOUT THIS LOAN APPROVAL THEN PLEASE CONTACT ( XXXX ) XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXXE-LOAN INCUNITED STATES

Company public response: Company chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2016-02-18 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)
Issue: Communication tactics — Threatened to take legal action
Company: PINNACLE RECOVERY, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am receiving letter from Pinnacle Recovery threatening to report a timeshare account as default to the credit reporting agency. The account is already showing on my report or were removed by the XXXX. I do not have a contract nor do I know what role Pinnacle plays in the XXXX XXXX XXXX organization. The company that I made payment to was XXXX XXXX ; I have not made a payment on this account since XXXX 2010. This account is already showing on my credit report. I did not think the same account can be reported twice. I told that to them when they called and I was told they can and will do so.

Company public response: Company believes the complaint is the result of a misunderstanding
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation