vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-21 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : XXXX This CFPB complaint has been submitted to request, in accordance with FCRA Section 605B ( 15 U.S.C. Section 1681c-2 ), that you, the Experian credit reporting agency, block information on my consumer credit report that stems from identity theft and fraud within XXXX business days of receiving this complaint. The fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information includes XXXX, Account XXXX : XXXX bal. {$17000.00}. XXXX XXXX, Account XXXX : XXXX bal. {$390.00}. XXXX XXXX bal. {$310.00} Account number XXXX These accounts have led to numerous hard inquiries and fraudulent collections on my XXXX credit report. I am providing a list of the fraudulent accounts you are maintaining that appear on my report. I do not recognize any of these accounts, collections, or hard inquiries. They were not opened, created, or initiated by me, and all are the direct result of identity theft and fraud, violating consumer protection laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). Under FCRA Section 605B, you are required to block this information from my credit report. Attached is a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint # XXXX as proof from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission that these accounts, collections, and inquiries are unequivocally tied to identity theft and fraud. I expect immediate action in accordance with consumer protection laws.

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 2024-10-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, Contents of Complaint : This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the XXXX credit reporting agency , block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of Disputed Inquiries : XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Disputed Accounts : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX I dont believe that the reported late payments are correct. How did you verify the reported late payments on this account? You need to send me proof that you are reporting the late marks correctly. CORRECT ALL LATE PAYMENTS TO OK. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. 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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-21 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX TransUnion LLC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, PA XXXX XXXX : XXXX Formal Demand for Resolution of Inaccurate Reporting and Compensation for Violations Dear TransUnion, I am writing to express my serious dissatisfaction with your inadequate response to the complaint I filed with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) . Your response, stating that you could not identify me, is both absurd and unacceptable. I provided clear, indisputable identification, including copies of my **passport**, **Social Security card**, and a **copy of my credit report**, outlining the numerous inaccuracies in your reporting. 

Your failure to address my dispute properly, despite having all necessary documentation, is a blatant violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). As a result, I am demanding compensation of ** {$1000.00} for each violation** of my rights under the FCRA XXXX which you have committed by continuously reporting inaccurate information. Given the gravity of these errors and your failure to correct them in a timely manner, I am now demanding you pay me **double the original amount**, for a total of ** {$2000.00} per violation**. 

If this matter is not resolved promptly and to my satisfaction, I am fully prepared to take legal action to enforce my rights. I will not hesitate to file suit in federal court to seek full damages, as well as additional legal costs, if you continue to ignore my complaint. 

This letter serves as a final opportunity for you to correct your violations and compensate me appropriately. Failure to comply will leave me with no choice but to pursue legal remedies to the fullest extent of the law. 

I expect a response within **10 days** of receipt of this letter. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX Not asking you to verify or use XXXX XXXX or AI use a real person to review all the information and the report and the PDF I enclosed that show my ID

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 2024-10-21 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I was laid off XX/XX/XXXX of XXXX. I then went online Under XXXX website to request a forbearance for unemployment I received a notification on XX/XX/XXXX, stating that the deferment was approved up until 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 2024-10-21 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
RE : XXXX Block Request To Whom It XXXX Concern, I am a XXXX XXXX XXXX. The information listed below, which appears on my credit report, is the result of that XXXX 
ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/year> - {$4900.00} Please block this information from my credit report within four business days, pursuant to Section 605C of the Fair Credit Reporting 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-21 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
It is crucial that consumer reporting agencies uphold their grave responsibilities when it comes to the handling of consumers personal credit files. After performing a re-investigation upon my credit file for the following accounts : 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 pursuant to 15 USC 1681ia1a, your company failed to follow proper procedures in regard to correspondence to me the consumer, in the handling of the reinvestigation.

As clearly outlined within, 15 USC 1681i ( 7 ) ; 15 U.S. Code 1681i - Procedure in case of disputed accuracy Subchapter 7 states the following ; ( 7 ) Description of reinvestigation procedure A consumer reporting agency shall provide to a consumer a detailed description referred to in paragraph ( 6 ) ( B ) ( iii ) by not later than 15 days after receiving a request from the consumer for that description.

Further outlined within 15 USC ( 6 ) ( B ) ( iii ) ; ( 6 ) Notice of results of reinvestigation ( A ) In general A consumer reporting agency shall provide written notice to a consumer of the results of a reinvestigation under this subsection not later than 5 business days after the completion of the reinvestigation, by mail or, if authorized by the consumer for that purpose, by other means available to the agency.

( iii ) a notice that, if requested by the consumer, a description of the procedure used to determine the accuracy and completeness of the information shall be provided to the consumer by the agency, including the business name and address of any furnisher of information contacted in connection with such information and the telephone number of such furnisher, if reasonably available.

The correspondence mentioned above was NEVER made to me and therefore, your company is in direct violation of the FCRA and is now liable for monetary damages detailed within 15 USC 1681n and 15 USC 1681o.

Not only was a proper reinvestigation not performed as the derogatory account mentioned is erroneous to begin with, your agency failed to follow the FCRAs clear rules in the handling of correspondence to me in association with the account in question. Please delete this erroneous account as I have sought legal counsel in this matter and intend on seeking damages associated with this complaint if this issue is not resolved. Thank you for your time.

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 2024-10-21 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
It is crucial that consumer reporting agencies uphold their grave responsibilities when it comes to the handling of consumers personal credit files. After performing a re-investigation upon my credit file for the following accounts : 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 pursuant to 15 USC 1681ia1a, your company failed to follow proper procedures in regard to correspondence to me the consumer, in the handling of the reinvestigation.

As clearly outlined within, 15 USC 1681i ( 7 ) ; 15 U.S. Code 1681i - Procedure in case of disputed accuracy Subchapter 7 states the following ; ( 7 ) Description of reinvestigation procedure A consumer reporting agency shall provide to a consumer a detailed description referred to in paragraph ( 6 ) ( B ) ( iii ) by not later than 15 days after receiving a request from the consumer for that description.

Further outlined within 15 USC ( 6 ) ( B ) ( iii ) ; ( 6 ) Notice of results of reinvestigation ( A ) In general A consumer reporting agency shall provide written notice to a consumer of the results of a reinvestigation under this subsection not later than 5 business days after the completion of the reinvestigation, by mail or, if authorized by the consumer for that purpose, by other means available to the agency.

( iii ) a notice that, if requested by the consumer, a description of the procedure used to determine the accuracy and completeness of the information shall be provided to the consumer by the agency, including the business name and address of any furnisher of information contacted in connection with such information and the telephone number of such furnisher, if reasonably available.

The correspondence mentioned above was NEVER made to me and therefore, your company is in direct violation of the FCRA and is now liable for monetary damages detailed within 15 USC 1681n and 15 USC 1681o.

Not only was a proper reinvestigation not performed as the derogatory account mentioned is erroneous to begin with, your agency failed to follow the FCRAs clear rules in the handling of correspondence to me in association with the account in question. Please delete this erroneous account as I have sought legal counsel in this matter and intend on seeking damages associated with this complaint if this issue is not resolved. Thank you for your time.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Medical debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: W&A Intermediate Co., LLC
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX, using their collections agency Wakefield Associates, is attempting to collect a debt I do not owe, from over two years ago. 

I never received a bill from XXXX, and I never had two-way communications of any kind with XXXX or Wakefield, prior to them attempting to damage my credit. 

I have established that I was not the guarantor for my minor daughter XXXX, and that my ex-wife ( XXXX XXXX ) XXXX XXXX IS the guarantor and responsible party now, and was at the time of service. 

XXXX and Wakefield are wrongly pursuing me, attempting to collect a debt I do not owe, even after I have advised them of the facts regarding who IS the responsible party.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
After examining my latest credit report, I identified several accounts that seem to have been added without my authorization and appear to be inaccurate. I request that these fraudulent accounts be removed and blocked at once.

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 2024-10-21 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: Affirm Holdings, Inc
State: AR

Complaint narrative:
I received a phone call from XXXX XXXX XXXX, asking if I had purchased items from an XXXX XXXX XXXX  store in Florida. I live in and was presently in Arkansas. I said " no '' I did not open a credit account with Affirm to purchase items from XXXX XXXX XXXX. 

The person then called back and asked for information ( so as to close the account ) and cancel the credit application. 

I received several emails and text messages from Affirm but asked them to stop calling and texting me & they continued to send messages and texts to my husband and me. 

We both contacted Affirm on speaker phone 4-5 times, asking them to remove the charges since we didn't buy anything. Each time we asked to speak to their supervisor since they never successfully closed our account. It has continued from XXXX through XX/XX/year>.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-21 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the reporting of an account under my credit file, listed as an authorized user account with the partial account number XXXX. Please be advised that I was never added as an authorized user on this or any similar account, and I have no family members or friends whom I personally asked to add me to their credit accounts. This account was opened without my knowledge or consent. 

It is likely that my personal information was compromised as a result of a data breach, which has led to this unauthorized account being inaccurately associated with me. I have attached supporting documents showing the breach incident for your review. 

Since I have no legal or financial responsibility for this account and was never involved in its creation or use, I am requesting that this account be removed from my credit report entirely. The inaccurate reporting of this account is causing harm to my credit profile, and its removal is necessary to restore the accuracy of 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-21 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Unit XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX Phone : XXXX Email : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX TransUnion XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, PA XXXX Request for Removal of Fraudulent Late Payment Due to Identity Theft Please Remove Late Payment Account XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date of late payment : XX/XX/XXXX Account opened XX/XX/XXXX Dear, XXXX I am writing to formally dispute a late payment that has been inaccurately reported on my credit file due to identity theft. The late payment in question is associated with the account [ XXXX ] and occurred on [ XX/XX/XXXX ]. 

I did not authorize the use of my personal information for this account, and I have taken steps to report this identity theft to the necessary authorities. Enclosed, you will find a copy of my police report, FTC Identity Theft Report, and any other documentation to support my claim of identity theft. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am requesting the immediate deletion of this fraudulent late payment from my credit report. This late payment has negatively impacted my credit, and I trust that your investigation will confirm that this was not a transaction I made or authorized. 15USC CODE 1681 15 U.S. Code 1666 ( b ) 15 U.S. Code 1637 ( a ) Please confirm in writing that this item has been removed from my credit report. Should you require any further information, feel free to contact me at the phone number or email provided above. 

Thank you for your time and prompt attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, 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 2024-10-21 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I'm writing to bestow my anxiety concerning the tested records on my credit report. On various occasions, I have raised the issue of errors in these records, and have reliably referred to that they be completely broke down. Regardless of what my endeavors, I eventually can't get any goal or supportive development. These misguided records are really harming my credit file and hindering my capacity to go on with an ordinary life. The disagreeable results of these slip-ups have caused huge difficulties for me, and I'm left with no decision beside to battle for your help with surveying what's going on quickly. I generously demand that you direct a wary evaluation concerning the vital of these tested records. It is fundamental that the chief pushes are taken to restore and amend my credit report immediately. With your assistance, I need to reestablish the accuracy and reliability of my credit record so I could recuperate command over my cash related achievement. I truly demand that you offer this matter your generally preposterous idea and make a quick move. Your help and moving in settling this issue rapidly would be exceptionally critical. Much appreciation to you right off the bat for your insight and help.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Communication tactics — Frequent or repeated calls
Company: CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION
State: MS

Complaint narrative:
This company has diministrated harassment by called over 8 times within 2 days ( XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX & XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX ) for a payment of a statement dated XX/XX/XXXX, it has been only XXXX  days, this account has never been over 30days past due. As the contract is being reviewed and investigated for fraudulent and deceptive practices, it is imperative that this company refrain from further harassment. Per the fair debt collection practice act ( 15 USC 1692 ) they have already exhausted the 7 in 7 rule.

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 2024-10-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Prince Parker & Associates
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Hello and good day, can't stress enough on how frustrating and debilitating this is, you wake up one day and to your surprise you have a debt you know nothing about, unverified and that simply just isn't yours, receiving harassments from a multitude of communication platforms and with different tactics, I never dreamt of eating threats of legal action for breakfast. This is really insulting to me as a law-abiding citizen, having my rights as a consumer blatantly violated. It's taking a toll on my mental health and having sleepless nights due to 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 2024-10-21 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: MS

Complaint narrative:
The following companies have violated my rights : Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX DATE : XX/XX/year> AMOUNTS : {$9900.00} ACTIONS TAKEN BY ME : DISPUTED THE AMOUNT OWED Account Name : XXXX XXXX DATE : XX/XX/year> AMOUNTS : {$170.00} ACTIONS TAKEN BY ME : DISPUTED THE AMOUNT OWED Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX DATE : XX/XX/year> AMOUNTS : {$680.00} ACTIONS TAKEN BY ME : DISPUTED THE AMOUNT OWED Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX  DATE : XX/XX/year> AMOUNTS : {$540.00} ACTIONS TAKEN BY ME : DISPUTED THE AMOUNT OWED 15 U.S.C. 1681 Section 602 A States I have a right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 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 non-monetary relief