vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — VA mortgage
Issue: Applying for a mortgage or refinancing an existing mortgage — 
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
In XXXX of XXXX, my wife and I were pre-qualified by Wells Fargo Mortgage to purchase a home in the amount of XXXX. We placed an offer on a new construction home which had been on the market for 6 months. During the negotiations, we asked the builder to throw in a fence and we would offer XXXX. The builder ( XXXX XXXX in XXXX Alabama ) said he would put the fence up, however, my wife and I would have to pay XXXX ( above our Ernest money ) which would come back to us in closing. However, if we BACKED out of the loan ( this is key ) we would NOT get our money back. Three days before closing, Wells Fargo called us and told us they could not write the loan. When we contacted the builder ( as we DID NOT back out, the bank messed this up ) they said they would give us only till XXXX XXXX XXXX to purchase a home from them and they would apply the XXXX to that home. Who would want to purchase a home from a shady place like that knowing we had nothing to do with what happened? So, we called Wells Fargo for replacement of the XXXX they told us in not so many words, it was our loss even though we were completely mis-lead from the prequalified letter to the whole work up to closing. 
My wife and I are both XXXX 's. When we applied for the loan we were both XXXX XXXX with XXXX XXXX and told our mortgage officer XXXX XXXX in XXXX Alabama that we were leaving the XXXX XXXX and coming back home permanently. She was fully aware and we got taken for XXXX and Wells Fargo refused to make it right. 
Please help! I was unaware of the CFPB till seeing a report on a Sunday Morning program today! 

Please contact me if more information needed. 

We spoke with a man at Wells Fargo in their consumer division named XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX XXXX XXXX Wells Fargo XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX Office ( XXXX ) XXXX Cell

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 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
I was able ( on line ) to get a freeze on XXXX and XXXX. ( in minutes for free ) When I filled in the information on Experian they said they could not take my information on line and that I had to mail the documents. They are making this difficult- I do not want to mail any requested information- they also charge a fee of {$5.00} where XXXX and XXXX do not,

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 2017-09-10 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Equifax mishandled my information which has led to a breach that puts myself and millions of others at potential risk. I am extremely disappointed with how equifax has handled reporting this breach. Very little was done to notify the public for nearly a month after the breach was detected. I received no email, letter, or phone call and instead had to discover it via social media. 

Going forward equifax should be required to monitor every account and notify victims if any fraud occurs. Credit fraud protection should be mandatory for every account, not an option for us to have deal with.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — Reverse mortgage
Issue: Applying for a mortgage or refinancing an existing mortgage — 
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/XXXX I My home was valued at {$550000.00}. I applied w WellsFargo for a ReverseMortgage. I went through counseling and completed all documents I thought I had a line of credit on my home balance {$290000.00}. When the loan processed and final docs showed line of credit I asked where was the money I was told we were n't eligible for any money/line of credit. I asked where was the line of credit accrued and used they said that was just a control number that I did n't have any equity credit. I have repeatedly asked to speak to legal XXXX for an explanation. DISCOVERY came recently when I tried to Refi my reverse mortgage and three lenders asked me how I got a reverse with " that much equity '' and no line of credit or cash out. I also did not know I was n't given final money disclosure doc until " a lender '' looked at my WF docs and I did n't know specific info. Now I recently went forward to again attempt to Refi and 30 days after WF notified me my ReverseM was being transferred to another lender. 
PROBLEM if reverse mortgages can not be granted unless ( as a lender explained to me recently ) the home owner benefits from RM how did WellsFargo write me a RM on an appraised {$540000.00} house w balance {$230000.00} but I did not get any financial benefits. We were ages 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 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit repair services
Issue: Problem with customer service — 
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
Data breach at Credit reporting agency 's

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2017-09-10 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting an official complaint about Equifax. They have been delinquent in their responsibilities to protect my financial information. I have come to learn that time after time they have ignored attacks on their systems and choose instead profit over installing electronic protection of my data. In addition, the executives of this firm have profited on this negligence by selling stock, once they learned of the massive breach and before the information went public. I have no control as to these credit reporting companies obtaining my sensitive information and the lack of security they use to protect it. Consumers need more protection. The executives of Equifax must be prosecuted. They are no better, actually they are worse, than the criminals that stole my sensitive information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
CFPB 's choices do not allow me to select an accurate description of my problem. 

After XXXX  's security breach, I placed Security/Credit freezes with all 3 credit bureaus. 

No problems with XXXX, which was done online. However, Experian and XXXX both told me that " there were problems '' and that I could not continue ( I have copies of the exact wording if you need them ). They said I needed to mail them information. Neither told me what was wrong. 

So then I called them. Try to find a phone number! They 've done a great job at making it as difficult as possible to get their phone number, but I did wind up getting numbers. 

I was able to place my credit freeze using the phone and their automated systems. At least they told me I had successfully placed a freeze on my account and that they will mail me a confirmation. 

XXXX did not charge me - it never came up in the automated phone prompts. Maybe because of the mess they created? XXXX unexpectedly and very rapidly told me my 10-digit PIN which they generated and a confirmation number. I recorded both calls ( Experian and XXXX ) and XXXX did give an option to replay the long msg, but poor design. 

In XX/XX/XXXX I had a dispute with XXXX as they did not have my correct current address, which changed in XX/XX/XXXX. My driver 's license, mailing address, voter registration and even library card all had my current address, but not XXXX! They even had my mortgage of the house at the address where I was living but apparently did n't think I lived there. 

Summary of my complaints : 1. When they can not process your information, they do not tell you why ( sure, they may purposely want to keep it vague, but I 'm requesting a Freeze, not opening a new acct ). Here is Experian 's exact wording " We were unable to honor your request to place a security freeze on your personal credit report based on the information you entered. '' 2. Wonder why the online method failed, but automated phone system worked. 

3. No phone numbers are given in their ' can not process ' message. 

4. Finding the correct phone number is difficult. Experian 's IL number ( listed on the site as XXXX ) rang once and disconnected, so I tried their CA number which said they were closed but then gave me the XXXX number which I was able to use. 

5. Credit bureaus must face stiffer penalties for poor data quality. They have too much power and are not responsive. If any fraudulent accounts were opened during the time a credit/security freeze was attempted and the time it actually happened, which could be a long time if someone used US Mail, they need to be held liable for all expenses incurred by the victim.

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 2017-09-10 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Equifax did not take the appropriate measures to ensure protection of my personal identification. Therefore, my personal information has been potentially breached requiring me to take initiative in at attempt to protect myself. This has cost me both financially, emotionally, and caused me to waste valuable time. I fully expect the situation to be rectified by ensuring protection of my personal information and financial compensation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: ONEMAIN FINANCIAL HOLDINGS, LLC.
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
all of the above- refuses to dismiss as fraud when the company decieved me. 
onemain has not proven that they bought the account from a 3rd party collector.
takes 90 days ( limit is 30 ) to respond to challenges and then continues to refuse to remove negativity.they were contacted by XXXX XXXX and refused to them also for 9 mos. 

since the company defrauded and decieved me then refused payment twice from legitimate banking info- I REFUSE TO PAY THEM. I have the RIGHT TO REFUSE under FCRA. 

therefore account must be deleted. keeps reporting as " in collections '' to the bureaus despite multiple legal demands. DEBT IS NOT OWED. THIS IS EXTORTION.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
I have written and spoken with Equifax, XXXX, and Equifax several times about removing a bankruptcy on my file ref # XXXX closed on XXXX/XXXX/XXXX. According to the new law passed about tax records and liens this bankruptcy does not fit the criteria. I have spoken with XXXX XXXX at the Bankruptcy XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, LA at XXXX where she stated they absolutely do not verify those public records. I have also contacted XXXX XXXX and they said back saying nothing on my file had been requested for verification. After several, several attempts to work out the reporting of this discrepancy, Equifax removed the bankrupcy but put it back on and XXXX and XXXX did n't budge has refused to budge and continues to report this on my file.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2017-09-10 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Due to poor security practices and the recent Equifax hack my personal information was improperly shared with others and will be shared will untold many numbers in the future.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2017-09-10 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Equifax mishandled my information which has led to a breach that puts myself and millions of others at potential risk. I am extremely disappointed with how Equifax has handled reporting this breach. Very little was done to notify the public for nearly a month after the breach was detected. I received no email, letter, or phone call and instead had to discover it via social media.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — FHA mortgage
Issue: Applying for a mortgage or refinancing an existing mortgage — 
Company: Ditech Financial LLC
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I had a mortgage with Ditech and refinanced with another lender in XXXX. I am due a refund from Ditech for my escrow account and have yet to receive my refund. Ditech said they issued a check on XXXX and when I called at the end of XXXX I was told they could not report it lost until 30 days. I called on XXXX and they supposedly reported it lost and were issuing me a new check. I called on XXXX and they said they would transfer the money directly to my checking account with in XXXX business days. It is now XXXX and I still do not have my refund.

Company public response: Company believes complaint represents an opportunity for improvement to better serve consumers
Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: False statements or representation — Impersonated attorney, law enforcement, or government official
Company: Resurgent Capital Services L.P.
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
all of the above- trying to force me to pay interest when accounts were under legal advisement of uprigth law for chXXXX. two accounts- one sent to lvnv one sent to XXXX ( a known credit XXXX ) refuses to manage accounts once resold. harassed my cell for over 120K, then continued to do it after sending em a letter saying theyd stop. forces people ( as do many others ) to allow roto-dialers and spam which is extortion and illegal. banks are doing this now ( XXXX, XXXX etc. ) I ever consented to this ABUSE. 
resold the debt after atty hired. refuses to manage to rebuy it back. LVNV non responsive but sent me this note from a so called law firm w letterhead that now also is not responding. ( claims of not a lawyer-they y use letterhead-this is a threat ) will not settle accounts and wants my lawyer info in order to do so ( continuous extortion ) refuses to purge info from credit files ( 5 ) and continues to defame me

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
I have written and spoken with XXXX, Transunion, and XXXX several times about removing a bankruptcy on my file ref # XXXX closed on XXXX/XXXX/XXXX. According to the new law passed about tax records and liens this bankruptcy does not fit the criteria. I have spoken with XXXX XXXX at the Bankruptcy XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, LA at XXXX where she stated they absolutely do not verify those public records. I have also contacted XXXX XXXX and they said back saying nothing on my file had been requested for verification. After several, several attempts to work out the reporting of this discrepancy, XXXX removed the bankrupcy but put it back on and Transunion and XXXX did n't budge has refused to budge and continues to report this on my file.

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 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
I have written and spoken with XXXX, XXXX, and XXXX several times about removing a bankruptcy on my file ref # XXXX closed on XXXX/XXXX/XXXX. According to the new law passed about tax records and liens this bankruptcy does not fit the criteria. I have spoken with XXXX XXXX at the Bankruptcy XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, LA at XXXX where she stated they absolutely do not verify those public records. I have also contacted XXXX XXXX and they said back saying nothing on my file had been requested for verification. After several, several attempts to work out the reporting of this discrepancy, XXXX removed the bankrupcy but put it back on and XXXX and Experian did n't budge has refused to budge and continues to report this on my file.

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 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — Home equity loan or line of credit (HELOC)
Issue: Applying for a mortgage or refinancing an existing mortgage — 
Company: JPMORGAN CHASE & CO.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Back in 2004, I was offered a " Line of Credit '', loan that I did n't request from Washington Mutual Bank. The notary person who came to my home " STATED ', this was n't an " Interest Only Loan. We were told it was a fully amortized loan for a {$100000.00}. I presently own them {$64000.00}. Later on, we call the bank to see if they could correct this problem time and time again. To this date, we have paid into this loan about {$38000.00} in payment to see the principal balance stay the same at {$66000.00}. I contact an attorney this year to see what can do about this problem and was nothing, just refinance that mortgage but I 'm losing all those payments for years on time.Chase Bank refused to do anything to correct this mistake, I been to the branch, on the phone with customer service and get the runaround. Please help.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Received unwanted marketing or advertising
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MN

Complaint narrative:
On XXXX XXXX, 2017 I called TransUnion at XXXX to place a 90 day fraud alert on my file. In doing so, they tried to get me to sign up for some sort of credit monitoring service, to which I declined. After I specifically asked not to receive their service, I was forced to once again listen to a sales pitch for the exact same service, only this time it was longer, before being allowed to place a fraud alert..

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 2017-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action — Threatened or suggested your credit would be damaged
Company: Convergent Resources, Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX has contracted with several debt collection companies. Each of these debt collection companies are contacting me for the same debt. The companies are : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX I request each of these companies to stop contacting me. I also request to delete these entires from my credit report as the are in efforts to bully me with the same debt. The same debt is listed numerous times on my credit report with different credit bureaus. The companies are operating under Several different names, hence its difficult to determine who I 'm actually dealing with.

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