vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-17 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Department of Education My data was exposed in the breach and its a Violation of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ( FERPA ) : My student records were disclosed without my consent, violating FERPA strict confidentiality protections.

Also, under the FCRA 605 ( a ) negative accounts must not be reported beyond 7 years from the original date of delinquency.

I am reaching out to whomever this matter concerns on behalf of myself a federally protected consumer. I am enforcing my rights according to 15 USC 1692g by asking your company to VALIDATE the alleged debt as well as send me evidence that i am obligated to pay this alleged debt. I am not refusing to pay the debt but rather asking your company to validate this debt as it is your lawful duty when asked by a consumer.

I am also making your company aware that invalidated information on my consumer report may be fraud under federal and state laws, and I will not hesitate to bring forth legal action if my rights continue to be violated under the FDCPA and FCRA. You have 30 days XXXX validate this debt and during this time all furnishing and collection activities must cease and desist through any and all mediums including my consumer report. If your company and/or office fails to respond within 30 days validate this debit it should deleted and removed from my credit file immediately. I have also attached CDASE AND DESIST that should is effective immediately. 
If adverse action is taken against me as a consumer i will consult my legal counsel. Please be advised that according to 15 USC 1692g - Within five days after the initial communication with a consumer in connection with the collection of any debt, a debt collector shall, unless the following information is contained in the initial communication or the consumer has paid the debt, send the consumer a written notice containing- ( 1 ) the amount of the debt ; ( 2 ) Debt owed ; ( 3 ) a statement that unless the consumer, within thirty days after receipt of the notice, disputes the validity of the debt, or any portion thereof, the debt will be assumed to be valid by the debt collector ; ( 4 ) a statement that if the consumer notifies the debt collector in writing within the thirty-day period that the debt, or any portion thereof, is disputed, the debt collector will obtain verification of the debt or a copy of a judgment against the consumer and a copy of such verification or judgment will be mailed to the consumer by the debt collector ; and ( 5 ) a statement that, upon the consumer 's writte : XXXX  request within the thirty-day period, the debt collector will provide the consumer with the name and address of the original creditor, if different from the current creditor. 
XXXX Thank you for your attention in this matter, Violated XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-17 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
There are several violations on my credit report. Please see attached 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 2025-03-17 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am listing accounts and inquiries below that have been reported inaccurately on my credit report. In compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and as a gesture of respect to the Federal Trade Commission Committee on accuracy and completeness of credit information I am formally writing in today to dispute negative information appearing on my credit. This incorrect information is greatly hindering me from getting the credit score I deserve and hopefully, this letter will resolve all the issues on my credit.

I demand to see Verifiable Proof ( an original Consumer Contract with my Signature on it ) of the accounts listed below. Your failure to positively verify these accounts and inquiries has hurt my ability to obtain credit. 

Items that need attention : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, MD XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, MD XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, MD XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, MD XXXX XXXX  XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} Late/Closed XXXX  XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance Owed : {$23000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance Owed : {$5800.00} Charged off XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} Charged off XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance Owed : {$4200.00} Late/Open XXXX  XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance Owed : {$7000.00} Late/Open XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} Late/Closed Inquiries : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX 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 2025-03-17 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft. I am writing to request that you delete the following fraudulent inaccurate information from my credit report. Someone has used my personal information to obtain loans and credit cards. I have no idea how the theft took place. I also have no knowledge of any suspects. I did not receive any money, goods, or services as a result of identity theft. Please let me know if you need any other information from me to block this information from my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-17 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft. I am writing to request that you delete the following fraudulent inaccurate information from my credit report. Someone has used my personal information to obtain loans and credit cards. I have no idea how the theft took place. I also have no knowledge of any suspects. I did not receive any money, goods, or services as a result of identity theft. Please let me know if you need any other information from me to block this information 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-17 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: ID Analytics, Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally request a security freeze be placed on my account due to concerns about potential identity theft and unauthorized access to my personal information. 
I have recently noticed suspicious activity that suggests my personal information may have been compromised. Therefore, I believe it is necessary to take immediate action to prevent any further unauthorized access.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-17 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:
I was utterly shocked and devastated upon discovering unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries and inaccurate personal information made or reported without my knowledge or consent. Despite my efforts to seek clarification from the creditors, they have shamefully failed to provide the necessary information. I demand immediate action and transparency from the creditors. The creditors must provide detailed information on each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and types of credit products involved, furnish relevant application documents, and present evidence of explicit authorization for each inquiry. Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about!

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 2025-03-17 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:
I was utterly shocked and devastated upon discovering unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries and inaccurate personal information made or reported without my knowledge or consent. Despite my efforts to seek clarification from the creditors, they have shamefully failed to provide the necessary information. I demand immediate action and transparency from the creditors. The creditors must provide detailed information on each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and types of credit products involved, furnish relevant application documents, and present evidence of explicit authorization for each inquiry. Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about!

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-17 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: Global Lending Services LLC
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX is refusing to delete a repossession off my credit report for a vehicle I couldn't register and therefore a breach of contract. I never had a contract with XXXX XXXX XXXX in which they are guilty of deceptive trade practices. I don't owe XXXX XXXX XXXX any money as there isn't a valid contract per state and federal laws. XXXX XXXX XXXX and XXXX shall delete this account off my credit report as there isn't a valid loan or contract. Per state and federal law I can prove I've never been the registered owner and therefore fraud has been committed in selling a vehicle to a individual or corporation. I don't owe any money or have a contract with XXXX XXXX XXXX and the information must be deleted off my credit report. I'm entitled to file a complaint with my XXXX XXXX  and other entities that investigate other fraudulently activities.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-17 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was paid
Company: Diverse Funding Associates LLC
State: IN

Complaint narrative:
XXXX or XXXX years ago I had a XXXX account that I got behind on during the XXXX  XXXX pandemic. XXXX sent it out for collections, and I settled for a set amount with the people who took over the debt. Then XXXX  years later I got a letter in the mail saying I was being sued for a debt I had already paid. I have already had my XXXX court date and on XX/XX/XXXX I have my second one. The ones who are suing me claim the account number is different, but this can't be possible because I only ever had XXXX account through XXXX which I confirmed through calling them directly. I will submit the copy of the letter and confirmation where I paid them the first time and where the new debt collectors are trying to make me pay again

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 2025-03-17 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 was utterly shocked and devastated upon discovering unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries and inaccurate personal information made or reported without my knowledge or consent. Despite my efforts to seek clarification from the creditors, they have shamefully failed to provide the necessary information. I demand immediate action and transparency from the creditors. The creditors must provide detailed information on each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and types of credit products involved, furnish relevant application documents, and present evidence of explicit authorization for each inquiry. Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about!

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-17 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Im submitting a complaint to you today to inform you I was the victim of identity theft. I researched on how to remove the fraudulent items in my report and found that I need to visit FEDERAL TRADE COMMISION or https XXXX XXXXXXXX to file a report and Per FCRA XXXX XXXX Credit Reporting Agencies are required to remove any items listed on an id theft report. Please find the ATTACHED documents to assist in the blocking of the erroneous information which is being posted to my report. 

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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 2025-03-17 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
I was utterly shocked and devastated upon discovering unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries and inaccurate personal information made or reported without my knowledge or consent. Despite my efforts to seek clarification from the creditors, they have shamefully failed to provide the necessary information. I demand immediate action and transparency from the creditors. The creditors must provide detailed information on each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and types of credit products involved, furnish relevant application documents, and present evidence of explicit authorization for each inquiry. Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about!

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 2025-03-17 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am sending this complaint to address discrepancies in my credit report and seek a fair solution. I respectfully request that credit bureaus ensure my personal identifying information is accurate, including my full legal name, current address, date of birth, and the last four digits of my Social Security number. Any incorrect, outdated, or unverified information should be promptly corrected or removed to reflect the truth. XXXX XXXX  XXXX balanced {$170.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX balanced {$3000.00} XXXX XXXX BALANCED {$790.00} XXXX XXXX In line with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I ask for a comprehensive review and reinvestigation of any disputed items. If an item can not be verified with concrete evidence, I request its immediate deletion to prevent inaccurate reporting from affecting my credit standing.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-17 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am sending this complaint to address discrepancies in my credit report and seek a fair solution. I respectfully request that credit bureaus ensure my personal identifying information is accurate, including my full legal name, current address, date of birth, and the last four digits of my Social Security number. Any incorrect, outdated, or unverified information should be promptly corrected or removed to reflect the truth. XXXX XXXX  XXXX balanced {$170.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX balanced {$3000.00} XXXX XXXX BALANCED {$790.00} XXXX XXXX In line with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I ask for a comprehensive review and reinvestigation of any disputed items. If an item can not be verified with concrete evidence, I request its immediate deletion to prevent inaccurate reporting from affecting my credit standing.

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 2025-03-17 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX [ Your Email ] [ Your Phone Number ] [ Date ] [ Credit Bureau XXXX ] [ Credit Bureau XXXX ] Subject : Dispute of Unauthorized Hard Inquiry XXXX Dear [ Credit Bureau Name ], I am writing to formally dispute an unauthorized hard inquiry appearing on my credit report from XXXX ( XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ). I have never applied for credit with this entity, nor have I authorized them to access my credit report. 

Under 15 U.S.C 1681b of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), a company must have permissible purpose before conducting a hard inquiry. Since no such authorization was given, this inquiry is indubitably unlawful and must be removed immediately.

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 2025-03-17 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to draw your attention to fraudulent personal information associated with my identity. Certain accounts and transactions have been falsely attributed to me without my knowledge or consent, causing significant distress to my financial well-being and personal reputation. As a victim of identity theft, I've already reported this incident and request your cooperation in expeditiously removing all fraudulent information from my credit report while conducting a thorough investigation. I am prepared to provide necessary evidence and, if required, take legal action to protect my rights and seek appropriate compensation.

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 2025-03-17 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Transunion Consumer Solutions XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Subject : Request for Removal of Inquiries from Credit Report Dear Transunion Consumer Solutions I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to formally request the removal of certain inquiries that are currently being reported on my credit report. I understand that the integrity and accuracy of credit reporting is crucial to maintaining trust in the credit system, and I appreciate your attention to this matter. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) [ 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. ], I have the right to dispute information that I believe is inaccurate or incomplete. It has come to my attention that several inquiries listed on my credit file do not comply with the regulations outlined in the FCRA. Specifically : Inquiries that are not associated with my credit applications or do not have my written consent. 
Inquiries that have exceeded the permissible timeframe for reporting, as stipulated under FCRA regulations. 
XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXXXXXX 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 XXXXXXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Furthermore, I would like to highlight an ongoing lawsuit regarding the failure of credit reporting agencies to conduct thorough investigations in response to consumer disputes. The allegations suggest non-compliance with the statutory requirements to ensure the reporting of accurate and verified information. This reinforces my request for you to take swift action regarding this matter.

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