vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Dispute of XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Under FCRA To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally dispute the collection account reported on my Equifax credit report by XXXX XXXX XXXX. According to the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ), this company is not licensed to collect debts in the state of California. As such, this accounts reporting is inaccurate and should be permanently removed from my credit report. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 USC 1681e ( b ), Equifax is required to follow reasonable procedures to ensure maximum possible accuracy in consumer reports. Reporting a collection account from an entity not authorized to operate in California constitutes a violation of this standard. Furthermore, under 15 USC 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ), I am entitled to dispute inaccurate information, and Equifax is obligated to investigate and correct or delete unverifiable data. 

Actions Requested : Proof of Licensing : Provide verifiable proof that XXXX XXXX XXXX is licensed to collect debts in California. 

Remove the Inaccurate Entry : If such proof can not be provided, permanently delete this collection account from my credit report. 

Provide Written Confirmation : Send me written confirmation of the accounts removal and an updated copy of my credit report reflecting the correction. 

I request that you complete your investigation and provide a response within the 30-day timeframe required under the FCRA. Should you fail to address this matter appropriately, I will escalate my concerns by filing complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and the California Attorney Generals office. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
Please delete these fraudulent accounts from my credit report, as I did not authorize their creation. Kindly correct this mistake.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 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:
I have tried to send my disputes to the major credit bureaus but are having difficulties in submitting my disputes and getting the inaccurate information corrected on 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 2024-12-03 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I have tried to send my disputes to the major credit bureaus but are having difficulties in submitting my disputes and getting the inaccurate information corrected on my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 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:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE EQUIFAX DATA BREACH. PER 15 USC 1681 C-2 STATES EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS SECTION A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY SHALL BLOCK THE REPORTING OF ANY INFORMATION IN THE FILE OF A CONSUMER THAT THE CONSUMER IDENTIFIES AS INFORMATION THAT RESULTED FROM AN ALLEGED IDENTITY THEFT. 

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Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Resurgent Capital Services L.P.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am XXXX XXXX XXXX, and Im submitting this complaint myself there is no third party involved. I attached letters to let you know more in detail about what they are reporting in my credit report. I never had a contractual relationship with LVNV FUNDING LLC company I believe the original creditor XXXX sold my account without proper notification. This is clearly violation according to FCRA 611 on reporting inaccurate on my credit report. Please delete this account immediately because you are reporting inaccurately.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 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 recently submitted a request for investigation of the above noted accounts, which you denied. I submitted sufficient information for you perform a reasonable investigation of my dispute. Unfortunately, you neglected to do so. If you had investigated properly the results would have proven that I have never been late on these accounts. 
Actually I am not sure that the accounts are even mine though your company claims to have verified this. Depending solely on your flawed e-Oscar system has proven to produce less than accurate and fair information. I request that you take a more active and accurate approach to investigate this for me. 
As in XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Experian ), and XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, et al, the courts ruled each and every time that the CRA couldn't merely " parrot '' information from the creditors and collection agencies ... that they have to conduct an independent REASONABLE investigation to ensure the validity of the debt and the honesty/integrity of the creditor/CA in question. Sending out a generic form letter through the e-Oscar system that does not even contain my reasons for the dispute is by no ones measure reasonable. 

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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year> I applied for an auto loan through my bank. The loan was not approved due to social security/and or credit reporting information discrepancy. The bank associate informed me to contact Experian due to my personal information being incorrect on Experian after verifying my personal information on file with the bank. On XX/XX/year> I contacted Experian to get assistance with my issue. I was able to speak to a specialist. I explained my reason for calling and the specialist accessed my Experian account and did find the mistake. My social security number was off by one number and the specialist asked me to verify my full social security number. They stated my information was updated and also disclosed to me the two lenders that had incorrect personal information on file. I asked the specialist if a dispute still needed to be filed to correct my credit report and the specialist stated a dispute was no longer needed due to my personal information being updated. I asked the specialist if the correction would take affect immediately or if I would have to have wait until the process has been cleared. The specialist stated it may take two weeks or the next credit report cycle. I then called the two lenders disclosed to me by Experian and had my social security number updated which was also off by one number. On XX/XX/year> I called my bank to reapply for the auto loan again, which to my dismay was not approved for the same reason -social security and/or credit report information discrepancy. On XX/XX/year> I applied for the auto loan again. The loan was not approved for the same reason -social security and/or credit report information discrepancy. On XX/XX/year> I called the Experian customer service line to speak to a specialist about my issue. I was only met with the automated message system each time. When I stated to " speak with a specialist '' the automated message system would respond with " I can only transfer calls in limited circumstances. '' The only options after that were " self-help automated system '' or " end call ''. On XX/XX/year>, I called the Experian customer service line again, same outcome. I was not able to speak to a specialist those three days I called the customer service line.

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 2024-12-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I need your assistance with this incorrect account showing up on my credit report. This issue has severely impacted my reputation, and Im asking for your help. Your mishandling of my credit report has brought me to a difficult situation, and the incorrect information has caused significant harm to my reputation. It's essential that you remove these mistakes so I can peacefully live with my family.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am contacting you to share my concerns about multiple issues I have experienced with the credit bureau. These include incorrect account listings, numerous unauthorized inquiries, inaccurate credit reporting, billing errors, and accounts that do not belong to me. I kindly request your assistance in resolving these issues to help maintain my financial stability.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I need to inform you I was the victim of identity theft. I'm disputing the following account as it was opened without my knowledge, consent or authority. I contacted the companies and they said to file the FTC affidavit from the site identitytheft.gov. 
Please dspute the following accounts It was opened wihtout my knowlege, authority or consent. 

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 2024-12-03 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I recently received a copy of my credit report. I am concerned about the accuracy of the information being reported. Please investigate the following accounts as I don't believe the information to be accurate. 
Please remove the following inaccurate address from my credit report. 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. 
XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  According to the FCRA, accounts that have been disputed by the consumer must be notated as such. Your failure to investigate this account, and notate it as such, is a violation of the Fair Credit Report act

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 2024-12-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
To Whom it may Concern, I am devasted to discover that fraudulent accounts have been opened in my name at XXXX XXXX and XXXX due to the recent XXXX data breaches. To make matters worse the information that is being reported is inaccurate by every bureau reporting fraudulent accounts. As a hardworking american and father, I've always strived to maintain a clean credit history. Please help me by removing these fraudulent items from each of my consumer credit reports. I have tried to take care of this my self however the bureaus are not responding to my requests via priority mail or picking up my phone calls. 

I demand the following accounts be verified or removed immediately. 
Name of Account Account Number Verification XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, XXXX XXXX Mistaken Identity Identity Theft I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint # XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.

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 2024-12-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement — Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement
Company: DISCOVER BANK
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I have reached out to you several times and your partner who had him pick-up the piece. The friendly gentleman we spoke with verified, confirmed and adamantly said numerous times that the piece had a Certificate of Authenticity ( COA ). He made mention that it would be in the box when shipped. I am requesting this, but haven't heard back from you after repeated attempts. If one isn't available nor do you have it, we would like to return the piece to you. The COA is extremely important to me, which is why I asked a few times to confirm. The gentleman that sold us the piece confirmed each time by saying, yes. I have two witnesses there and heard him each time confirm. The item that was sold is confirmed fake and to be fraudulent. Additionally, no terms and conditions were ever acknowledged nor was signed by me. The owner of the store used fake reseller license to close sale and sell fake item.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Diverse Funding Associates LLC
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I believe the account is invalid. DNF Associates LLC needs to verify under oath that this claim is valid, free from any claims and defenses including but not limited to any breach of agreement, failure of consideration, or material alterations, and that the original lender provided value. Further, the alleged account was transferred in good faith and with the consent of all parties involved. If they are unable to provide under oath the previously listed item then I require the account to be removed from my credit & their records.DNF ASSOC XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
When I reviewed my credit report, I discovered that some of the information was erroneous. The 3 credit bureaus must validate these accounts in line with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not authorized to fail to validate this reporting account as unverified information without providing any proof within the period allowed by law. The following account need to investigate and correct for erroneous reporting in my file and are listed on my credit report : 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 XXXXXX/XX/year>

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 2024-12-03 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: NY

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. 
These accounts and Inquiries have 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 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 response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NY

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.

These accounts and Inquiries have 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 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
ALL REPORTED DATA MUST BE COMPLETE, CORRECT, AND PROVEN IF CHALLENGED. I DO NOT GRANT YOUR AUTHORITY TO REPORT VERSUS ME WITHOUT ADEQUATE COMPLIANCE OF STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS BEING APPLICABLE THROUGHOUT. AS SUCH I DEMAND DELETION IMMEDIATELY OF YOUR DECLARED CLAIMS AGAINST ME. PER COMMON LAW, YOU ARE DEMANDED TO DEMONSTRATE THAT YOU CAN AND HAVE WILLINGNESS TO ABSOLUTELY VERIFY AND VALIDATE ( OR JUST SAY ''CERTIFICATE '' ) EVERY AND ONE EVEN EACH ANY AND OR ALL ALLEGATIONS YET PHYSICALLY DEFICIENT OR ALL ALLEGATIONS YET PHYSICALLY DEFICIENT OR UNPROVEN MINE, CHALLENGED OR NOT.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-03 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Communication tactics — You told them to stop contacting you, but they keep trying
Company: PINNACLE RECOVERY, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally request the cancellation of the fees related to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  ] based on my timely cancellation within the contractual 7-day grace period, as detailed in the attached documentation.

As a student managing the burden of XXXX XXXX I was in a vulnerable position when I was approached by an overly aggressive sales team during a layover. While under pressure, I was assured that I could cancel the membership if I changed my mind. However, when I later inquired about the cancellation process, I found the representatives to be unresponsive. 

Upon reviewing the contract, I located the specific clause granting me the right to terminate the agreement within seven days of signing. Following this, I promptly submitted my cancellation letter using the only method outlined by the company, as evidenced in the attached documentation. Despite fulfilling my obligations under the contract, my cancellation request was not acknowledged, and subsequent interactions with the company were dismissive and unprofessional. They would also bombard me with phone calls and the few times I did answer in the beginning, they would put me on hold transfer after transfer. 

Given these circumstances and my adherence to the cancellation terms, I kindly ask for the removal of any associated fees or obligations. I trust that you will consider this matter fairly, given the evidence provided, and I appreciate your understanding and cooperation in resolving this issue. 

Please confirm once the fees have been waived. Should you require any additional information, feel free to contact me. 

Thank you for your time and understanding. 

Sincerely, XXXX

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation