vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/XXXX an unknown person attempted to sign up for various loans with my madien name. On my credit reports I had a hard inquiry from XXXX  XXXX/XXXX  XXXX, XXXX  from this. I contacted the company and let them know about the fraud several times and disputed this with all credit buerueas. It has been removed from all except Equifax, where my credit score had dropped. I have contacted Equifax over 10 times and mailed in documents stating the fraud, along with my FTC identity theft report. This still showed on my credit so I called XXXX XXXX again in XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX received an email from the company saying " We are in receipt of your recent claim of fraud regarding a credit inquiry by XXXX  XXXX. On XX/XX/XXXX, an application in your name was presented to XXXX XXXX ; however, no loans were underwritten in your name. The account has been updated to reflect your claim of fraud and future transactions on this profile would require a written request from you. 

Furthermore, given your claim of fraud, we have requested the credit inquiry initiated by the application submitted to XXXX XXXX be deleted from your credit report. Please note, it may take up to 90 days for the deletion request to be reflected on your credit report. '' As of today this still reports on my Equifax credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: IA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to address fraudulent personal information associated with my identity. Certain accounts and transactions have been falsely attributed to me without my knowledge or consent, causing distress and concern. I am a victim of identity theft and have taken immediate action to report it. It is crucial to rectify this situation promptly as it has negatively impacted my financial well-being and personal reputation. I kindly request your cooperation in removing all fraudulent information from my credit report and conducting a thorough investigation. I am willing to provide evidence and, if necessary, pursue legal action to protect my rights and seek compensation. Your prompt attention to this matter is appreciated.

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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: IA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint on my own behalf to address an issue concerning late payments on my credit record. After reviewing my records, I found the presence of these late payments. Despite having sent letters regarding this matter over 30 days ago, I have not received a response, and they have failed to provide me with satisfactory validation. I kindly seek your assistance in resolving this matter promptly and effectively.

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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Resurgent Capital Services L.P.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I received a letter from XXXX XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX about a debt on a SST credit card issued by Washington Mutual Bank, NA stating that I owe a balance of {$2900.00}. The current owner of this debt is LVNV Funding LLC.and was placed in Resurgent company for collections. This card was supposedly issued in XXXX. I have never had a credit card from this so-called bank and company and have never been contacted by mail, email, or phone about this issue to dispute it till now. I called, upon receipt of this letter, the Resurgent company and they wanted a plethora of personal information which I refused to submit to. This is a definite fraud situation and I am requesting an inquiry into this matter so it doesn't happen to other unsuspecting people.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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: KS

Complaint narrative:
I sent my letters out on XX/XX/2023 ( certified ). I told the credit bureaus to investigate every piece of information on the accounts I have listed below. I have attached the letters I sent and the tracking numbers. 

According to the FRCA the term " investigative consumer report '' means a consumer report or portion thereof in which information on a consumer 's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, or mode of living is obtained through personal interviews with neighbors, friends, or associates of the consumer reported on or with whom he is aquatinted or may have knowledge concerning any such items of information. 

They stated that they are unable to verify if the letters were being sent by me. However letters were sent certified. Every piece of information on these accounts are still not reporting 100 % accurate. According to the FRCA USC 1681 Everything must be 100 % accurate. 

Tracking numbers : XXXX, XXXX Accounts : XXXX XXXX, Account # XXXX XXXX, Account # XXXX XXXX, Account # XXXX XXXX XXXX, Account # XXXX XXXX, XXXX, Account # 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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to address fraudulent personal information associated with my identity. Certain accounts and transactions have been falsely attributed to me without my knowledge or consent, causing distress and concern. I am a victim of identity theft and have taken immediate action to report it. It is crucial to rectify this situation promptly as it has negatively impacted my financial well-being and personal reputation. I kindly request your cooperation in removing all fraudulent information from my credit report and conducting a thorough investigation. I am willing to provide evidence and, if necessary, pursue legal action to protect my rights and seek compensation. Your prompt attention to this matter is appreciated.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting 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 have made several attempts to address the issue of fraudulent, inaccurate, and misleading items appearing on my consumer report. These items have had a significant impact on my life and have caused immense stress. I want to emphasize that I never authorized any of this information to be associated with my name, as I am a victim of identity theft.

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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I have made several attempts to address the issue of fraudulent, inaccurate, and misleading items appearing on my consumer report. These items have had a significant impact on my life and have caused immense stress. I want to emphasize that I never authorized any of this information to be associated with my name, as I am a victim of identity theft.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint on my own behalf to address an issue concerning late payments on my credit record. After reviewing my records, I found the presence of these late payments. Despite having sent letters regarding this matter over 30 days ago, I have not received a response, and they have failed to provide me with satisfactory validation. I kindly seek your assistance in resolving this matter promptly and effectively.

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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint on my own behalf to address an issue concerning late payments on my credit record. After reviewing my records, I found the presence of these late payments. Despite having sent letters regarding this matter over 30 days ago, I have not received a response, and they have failed to provide me with satisfactory validation. I kindly seek your assistance in resolving this matter promptly and effectively.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone
Company: SLM CORPORATION
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
It is hard for me to get into an agreement with the creditors.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: AFNI INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
Dont know what this is {$490.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Inquiries that I did not authorize. 

XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Capstone Credit & Collection, LLC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
My credit file shows a collection from your agency. I was never notified of this collection. Also, I do not believe that this debt is accurate. Under the FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, I have the right to request and receive validation of the debt.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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: CA

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

Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX # XXXX, XXXX XXXX # XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX, XXXX XXXX # XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX has violated my rights. 

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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act XXXX ( Account name- XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX ), ( Account name- XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX ), ( Account name- XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account XXXX XXXX ) ( Account name- XXXX  XXXX XXXX, Account XXXX XXXX ), has violated my rights. 

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 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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft please remove this fraud inquiry from my credit report.

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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Unable to get your credit report or credit score — Other problem getting your report or credit score
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
Yesterday my credit score was XXXX. Today its XXXX. My score dropped XXXX points FOR NO REASON!!! How is that even possible? All of my accounts have lower balance than last month. I dont understand how my credit score takes a XXXX point hit for no reason and I need an explanation. I check my score DAILY and when anything is reported incorrectly Im notifying you ( and the FTC ) so that these issues are documented and no one is surprised when they end up being sued in court.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
A loan through XXXXXXXX XXXX was paid off on XX/XX/2023. I sent in a bank statement to all three credit bureaus showing the balance was paid off {$1900.00} on XX/XX/2023 but when the dispute is returned to me it keeps stating nothing has changed and that I still owe the entire balance. and was verified by the lender which I find ridiculous. I am working with a mortgage lender trying to raise my credit score. but this is impending my progress. I need this resolved asap.

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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
A loan through XXXXXXXX XXXX was paid off on XX/XX/2023. I sent in a bank statement to all three credit bureaus showing the balance was paid off {$1900.00} on XX/XX/2023 but when the dispute is returned to me it keeps stating nothing has changed and that I still owe the entire balance. and was verified by the lender which I find ridiculous. I am working with a mortgage lender trying to raise my credit score. but this is impending my progress. I need this resolved asap.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
A loan through XXXXXXXX XXXX was paid off on XX/XX/2023. I sent in a bank statement to all three credit bureaus showing the balance was paid off {$1900.00} on XX/XX/2023 but when the dispute is returned to me it keeps stating nothing has changed and that I still owe the entire balance. and was verified by the lender which I find ridiculous. I am working with a mortgage lender trying to raise my credit score. but this is impending my progress. I need this resolved asap.

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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I sent a letter regarding inaccurate and unknown things on my credit report. To this day over 30 days later I have not received a response yet. I feel like I'm being taken advantage of and being ignored of my disputes. Section 611 ( a ), it is plainly stated that a failure to investigate these items within 30 days gives a reason to immediately remove those items from my credit report it has been over 30 days so they should be deleted promptly. I demand these accounts be deleted immediately or I will file for litigation due to the stress you caused me. My information was also impacted by the XXXX, XXXX and Transunion data breach and may have got into the hands of the wrong person.

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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: IA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing this letter in reference to XXXX that your company is currently reporting to XXXX, XXXX and XXXX under my name. The account is being reported to have a derogatory rating which is very troubling to me! Ima worried about my credit because I was recently denied a loan and my existing credit accounts have increased my current interest rates. Please be advised that this negative rating has caused me some serious financial distress & will continue to cause me financial and emotional distress until it is resolved.

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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit card or prepaid card — Store credit card
Issue: Fees or interest — Charged too much interest
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I have a XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX card which I cancelled on XX/XX/2023. Paid them what they said I owed which was {$2700.00} but on XX/XX/2023 they recieved an {$81.00} payment. I received a bill for {$54.00} which is due on XX/XX/2023. I asked for payoff on XX/XX/2023 and to cancel my card. Which they did but they are telling me the XXXX is interest on XXXX. I feel like they are over charging me on the XXXX for the whole bill cycle. Everything should have been paid in full at the time I asked for the payoff and cancelled my card.

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 2023-06-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: I.C. System, Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Account # XXXX, has violated my rights. 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 an account without my written instructions. 
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 1692C Without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction, a debt collector may not communicate with a consumer in connection with the collection of any debt

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