Consumer complaint received 2024-11-20 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
I, XXXX XXXX, have encountered several serious violations of my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) that have affected my credit report and caused considerable harm to my financial well-being. I am writing to address these issues and demand immediate action to resolve them. Below is an outline of the violations and the actions I am requesting : Willful Noncompliance Under FCRA Section 616 : The credit reporting agencies have accepted inaccurate credit information about me without properly verifying its accuracy. This is a clear violation of the FCRA, and according to 15 U.S. Code 1681n, they are liable for civil penalties of up to {$1000.00} per violation due to their willful noncompliance.

Failure to Disclose My Consumer Rights ( FCRA Section 603 ( d ) ( 2 ) ( A ) ) : The credit reporting agencies did not inform me about my right to opt out of sharing my personal information, which is a deceptive practice and a violation of my consumer rights under the FCRA.

Furnishing Inaccurate and Deceptive Information ( FCRA Section 623 ( a ) ( 3 ) ) : I discovered that inaccurate inquiries and accounts have been reported under my name, without proper validation, violating Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ( GAAP ). This kind of deceptive reporting is not only inaccurate but also harmful to my credit standing.

Violation of the Debt Collection Practices Act : Debt collectors have engaged in unfair practices by reporting false debts and accounts without my consent, leading to unnecessary harassment and distress. This is a violation of the Debt Collection Practices Act, and I demand that these inaccuracies be corrected immediately.

Unauthorized Disclosure of Debt Information : Debt collectors and credit reporting agencies have shared my personal debt information with third-party agencies, claiming that I owe these debts. This is a clear violation of regulations that prohibit disclosing debt information to third parties without my consent. 

Inaccurate Reporting of Late Payments : My credit report contains " late payment '' entries, but there is no clear explanation of what constitutes a late payment, which makes these reports misleading and inaccurate. This lack of clarity and transparency is a direct violation of the FCRA. 

Failure to Accurately Report Finance Charges : The credit reporting agencies have failed to accurately report finance charges on my accounts, which is their responsibility. This is another violation of the FCRA and has contributed to the misleading representation of my credit history. 

Unauthorized Hard Inquiries ( FCRA Section 1681b ) : Several unauthorized hard inquiries were made on my credit report, which violates the permissible purposes outlined in 15 U.S. Code 1681b. These inquiries were made without my consent, and I demand that they be removed immediately. 

I have requested that the necessary updates be made to my credit report, including correcting the inaccurate late payments and removing the unauthorized accounts. I have also requested that the debt collectors validate the alleged debts, as required by 15 U.S. Code 1692g. If they are unable to provide the required proof or remove the false reports, I will pursue legal action, as allowed under the FCRA and other applicable U.S. laws.

I expect prompt resolution of these issues, and I will not hesitate to take further legal steps if necessary. My rights as a consumer must be respected, and I will continue to take all necessary measures to protect them. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief