vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-13 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:
XXXX XXXX is in violation of multiple laws set forth by Congress. 15 U.S. Code 1681a ( 2 ) ( a ) ( i ) states that the consumer report does not include information solely as to transactions or experiences ( payment history, charge off status ), between the consumer ( myself ) and the person ( XXXX XXXX ) making the report. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1681 s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) states that A person ( XXXX XXXX ) shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer ( ME ) to any consumer reporting agency ( XXXX, XXXX and Equifax ) if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate. XXXX XXXX can not collect on a discharged debt. This is now considered a certificate of indebtedness per the IRS and income can not be reported. The IRS Clearly defines a charge off as Gross or Ordinary income, INCOME DOES NOT GET REPORTED ON THE CONSUMER REPORT which in fact makes reporting of this account inaccurate! I provided a screenshot from the IRS website. By Definition, the IRS Clearly says a Cancelled debt or Charge off is Income. The reporting of this account as a debt is inaccurate. I never received a 1099-C from XXXX XXXX for the cancelled debt in order to file as ordinary income. Where is my 1099-C XXXX XXXX is clearly writing off debt with the IRS without sending out 1099-C as required by the IRS. This is unsatisfactory! XXXX XXXX has been HEREBY PUT ON NOTICE that they are furnishing incorrect inaccurate information. In XXXX XXXX terms and conditions they agreed not to share my information with non-affiliates. XXXX, XXXX and Equifax are not an affiliate of XXXX XXXX nor are they bureaus ''. The only true credit bureau is the CFPB and they DO NOT furnish consumer reports as stated in federal law. I have a right to privacy and Per the Privacy Act of 1974 as a federally protected consumer I am now revoking any and all authorization I the consumer may have given you written, non-written, verbal, and nonverbal per 5 U.S. Code 552a. Per the FCRA as a federally protected consumer I am now opting out of any and all authorization I the consumer may have given you written, non-written, verbal, and nonverbal per 15 USC 6802. I shall also point out their responsibility pursuant 15 U.S. Code section 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( B ) ( ii ) : ( a ) DUTY OF FURNISHERS OF INFORMATION TO PROVIDE ACCURATE INFORMATION 1 ) PROHIBITION ( B ) Reporting information after notice and confirmation of errors A person shall not furnish information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if ( i ) the person has been notified by the consumer, at the address specified by the person for such notices, that specific information is inaccurate ; and ( ii ) the information is, in fact, inaccurate

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-13 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: LJ Ross Associates
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
LJ ROSS ASSOC is in violation of multiple laws set forth by Congress in regards to the following account # XXXX reporting to XXXX . 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) states In accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. I have never provided written permission for such accounts to be reported on my consumer report. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1681 s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) states that A person ( LJ ROSS ASSOC ) shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer ( ME ) to any consumer reporting agency ( XXXX ) if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate. Furthermore, 15 USC 6802 ( b ) ( 1 ) ( B ) states the consumer is given the opportunity, before the time that such information is initially disclosed, to direct that such information not be disclosed to such third party. I have never received any form of notice to opt-out of my nonpublic personal information to be shared with unaffiliated third parties. I have a right to privacy and Per the Privacy Act of 1974 as a federally protected consumer I am now revoking any and all authorization I the consumer may have given you written, non-written, verbal, and nonverbal per 5 U.S. Code 552a. Per the FCRA as a federally protected consumer I am now opting out of any and all authorization I the consumer may have given you written, non-written, verbal, and nonverbal per 15 USC 6802. I shall also point out their responsibility pursuant 15 U.S. Code section 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( B ) ( ii ) : ( a ) DUTY OF FURNISHERS OF INFORMATION TO PROVIDE ACCURATE INFORMATION 1 ) PROHIBITION ( B ) Reporting information after notice and confirmation of errors A person shall not furnish information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if ( i ) the person has been notified by the consumer, at the address specified by the person for such notices, that specific information is inaccurate ; and ( ii ) the information is, in fact, inaccurate

Company public response: Company disputes the facts presented in the complaint
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: TRANSWORLD SYSTEMS INC
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
Transworld System Inc placed this XXXX on my credit report with sending me a 5 day notice. I never had I opportunity to investigate what this debt is all about. Show proof you sent me notice however I know for a fact I never got anything in the mail. This collection must be deleted immediately. 

Account : Transworld System Inc XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-13 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
.Please dispute the following items on my credit report. 

Equifax : 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-13 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: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE NOT GIVEN CONSENT TO ANY OF THESE COMPANIES. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT THESE CREDITORS HAVE VIOLATED MY RIGHTS UNDER 15 USC 1681 SECTION 6 o 2 STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY.

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 2024-03-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Fees or interest — Problem with fees
Company: Atlanticus Services Corporation
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I will not pay the late fees on this credit card. There is a law against the late charges and I will pursue this with my lawyer if they aren't taking off.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-13 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I'm sending this complaint to have several unauthorized hard credit inquiries removed from my credit report. I have received a copy of my credit report from your bureau and noticed that there are unauthorized inquiries listed. The unauthorized inquiries are listed below. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-13 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I was looking through my credit report this morning and noticed some unauthorized inquiries that I had never applied for. According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, legally these unverified and unauthorized items must be removed. I contacted the credit bureaus and they refused to remove them.

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 2024-03-13 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: WA

Complaint narrative:
The inquiry was not authorized XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry : XX/XX/2023

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-13 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
This is the second time I've updated this questionable information by sending a letter to the three credit bureaus. I believe you have violated Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) by failing to verify these items, and I will take legal action against you as a result. This was previously mentioned in my previous COMPLAINT #, and I'm including it once more. 
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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 2024-03-13 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:
XXXX XXXX XXXX is in violation of multiple laws set forth by XXXX in regards to the following account # XXXX. XXXX5 U.S. Code 1681a ( 2 ) ( a ) ( i ) states that the consumer report does not include information solely as to transactions or experiences ( payment history, charge off status ), between the consumer ( myself ) and the person ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ) making the report. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1681 s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) states that A person ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ) shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer ( XXXX ) to any consumer reporting agency ( XXXX, XXXX and Equifax ) XXXX the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate. XXXX XXXX XXXX  can not collect on a XXXX debt. This is now considered a certificate of indebtedness per the IRS and income can not be reported. The IRS Clearly defines a charge off as Gross or Ordinary income, INCOME DOES NOT GET REPORTED ON THE CONSUMER REPORT which in fact makes reporting of this account inaccurate! I provided a screenshot from the IRS website. By Definition, the IRS Clearly says a Cancelled debt or Charge off is Income. The reporting of this account as a debt is inaccurate. I never received a 1099-C from XXXX XXXX XXXX  for the cancelled debt in order to file as ordinary income. Where is my 1099-C XXXX XXXX XXXX is clearly writing off debt with the IRS without sending out 1099-C as required by the IRS. This is unsatisfactory! XXXX XXXX XXXX  has been HEREBY PUT ON NOTICE that they are furnishing incorrect inaccurate information. In XXXX XXXX XXXX terms and conditions they agreed not to share my information with non-affiliates. XXXX, XXXX and Equifax are not an affiliate of XXXX XXXX XXXX  nor are they bureaus ''. The only true credit bureau is the CFPB and they DO NOT furnish consumer reports as stated in federal law. I have a right to privacy and Per the Privacy Act of 1974 as a federally protected consumer I am now revoking any and all authorization I the consumer may have given you written, non-written, verbal, and nonverbal per 5 U.S. Code 552a. Per the FCRA as a federally protected consumer I am now opting out of any and all authorization I the consumer may have given you written, non-written, verbal, and nonverbal per 15 USC 6802. I shall also point out their responsibility pursuant 15 U.S. Code section 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( B ) ( ii ) : ( a ) DUTY OF FURNISHERS OF INFORMATION TO PROVIDE ACCURATE INFORMATION XXXX ) PROHIBITION ( B ) Reporting information after notice and confirmation of errors A person shall not furnish information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if ( i ) the person has been notified by the consumer, at the address specified by the person for such notices, that specific information is inaccurate ; and ( ii ) the information is, in fact, inaccurate

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX, are reporting transactions or experiences on any of my consumer report ( s ). Per 15 U.S. Code 1681a - Definitions ; rules of construction 2 ) Exclusions.Except as provided in paragraph ( 3 ), the term consumer report does not include ( A ) subject to section 1681s3 of this title, any ( i ) report containing information solely as to transactions or experiences between the consumer and the person making the 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 2024-03-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Advertising and marketing, including promotional offers — Didn't receive advertised or promotional terms
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: WA

Complaint narrative:
Under XXXX XXXX XXXX this is a billing error always paid as agreed on time this is an error this account in violation. 
XXXX reported late payments.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally file a complaint against EQUIFAX located in XXXX, GA ; XXXX located in XXXX, TX and XXXX located in XXXX, XXXXThis company has repeatedly violated my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, resulting in significant financial and emotional distress. To begin with, they have reported an erroneous and unverifiable account on my credit report, and despite my requests for proof of claim as per the FCRA, they have been unable to provide the necessary documentation. Despite my persistent efforts to resolve this issue over the past several months, EQUIFAX, XXXX AND XXXX have consistently ignored my communications and legal submissions aimed at removing this inaccurate information from my credit report. It is disheartening to note that there are numerous other complaints against this company for their illegal and unethical business practices, yet they continue to operate. The unprofessional and negligent behavior of this XXXX bureaus namely EQUIFAX, XXXX AND XXXX have inflicted severe harm not only on my ability to establish credit and secure favorable interest rates but also on my professional reputation and personal well-being. I implore you to assist not only me but also other consumers facing similar issues by putting an immediate stop to these unethical and immoral business practices. I genuinely appreciate your time and assistance in addressing this matter and eagerly await your response.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-13 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: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE NOT GIVEN CONSENT TO ANY OF THESE COMPANIES. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT THESE CREDITORS HAVE VIOLATED MY RIGHTS UNDER 15 USC 1681 SECTION 6 o 2 STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY.

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 2024-03-13 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
Account name XXXX XXXX XXXX Date opened XX/XX/XXXX Original balance : {$12000.00} On XX/XX/XXXX I asked Experian to investigate this debt on my credit as it was paid off for the agreed amount of {$6000.00}, on XX/XX/XXXX, with the agreement by XXXX that this would be removed from my credit. On XX/XX/XXXX, experian provided my dispute results as updated with no proper investigation done regarding this account. This creditor agreed to remove this item from my report upon payment in XX/XX/XXXX, yet it is still reporting negatively which is causing me great deal of financial hardship. 

In accordance with the fair credit reporting act, section 1681i, I kindly ask that you reinvestigate this item and delete it from my 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 2024-03-13 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:
XXXX XXXX XXXX is in violation of multiple laws set forth by XXXX in regards to the following account # XXXX. 15 U.S. Code 1681a ( 2 ) ( a ) ( i ) states that the consumer report does not include information solely as to transactions or experiences ( payment history, charge off status ), between the consumer ( myself ) and the person ( XXXX  XXXX XXXX ) making the report. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1681 s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) states that A person ( XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer ( XXXX ) to any consumer reporting agency ( XXXX, XXXX and Equifax ) if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate. XXXX  XXXX XXXX can not collect on a XXXX debt. This is now considered a certificate of indebtedness per the IRS and income can not be reported. The IRS Clearly defines a charge off as Gross or Ordinary income, INCOME DOES NOT GET REPORTED ON THE CONSUMER REPORT which in fact makes reporting of this account inaccurate! I provided a screenshot from the IRS website. By Definition, the IRS Clearly says a Cancelled debt or XXXX off is XXXX. The reporting of this account as a debt is inaccurate. I never received a XXXX from XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX for the cancelled debt in order to file as ordinary income. Where is my XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX is clearly writing off debt with the IRS without sending out 1099-C as required by the IRS. This is unsatisfactory! XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX has been HEREBY PUT ON NOTICE that they are furnishing incorrect inaccurate information. In XXXX XXXX XXXX terms and conditions they agreed not to share my information with non-affiliates. XXXX, XXXX and Equifax are not an affiliate of XXXX XXXX  XXXX nor are they bureaus ''. The only true credit bureau is the CFPB and they DO NOT furnish consumer reports as stated in federal law. I have a right to privacy and Per the Privacy Act of 1974 as a federally protected consumer I am now revoking any and all authorization I the consumer may have given you written, non-written, verbal, and nonverbal per 5 U.S. Code 552a. Per the FCRA as a federally protected consumer I am now opting out of any and all authorization I the consumer may have given you written, non-written, verbal, and nonverbal per 15 USC 6802. I shall also point out their responsibility pursuant 15 U.S. Code section 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( B ) ( ii ) : ( a ) DUTY OF FURNISHERS OF INFORMATION TO PROVIDE ACCURATE INFORMATION XXXX ) PROHIBITION ( B ) Reporting information after notice and confirmation of errors A person shall not furnish information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if ( i ) the person has been notified by the consumer, at the address specified by the person for such notices, that specific information is inaccurate ; and ( ii ) the information is, in fact, inaccurate

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I'm deeply dissatisfied with your continued reporting of a fraudulent account on my credit report, despite assurances from the bank and compliance with identity theft laws. This disregard for the law undermines consumer trust. Remove XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX FRAUD from my report promptly. I expect a swift response detailing the actions taken to rectify 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