vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I want to stress that I did not give written permission for these specific transactions to be included in my consumer report. At no point did I authorize these entries, and their presence on my report is unwarranted. Consequently, I am formally requesting that these accounts be blocked and removed from my report immediately. It is important to clarify that this request is not due to any error or negligence on my part. There has been no oversight or misunderstanding on my end. Instead, this issue arises solely from the fact that I did not explicitly authorize the inclusion of these transactions in my report. I am diligent about maintaining the accuracy and privacy of my financial records, and these unauthorized entries compromise that integrity. I trust that you will handle this matter with the urgency and seriousness it deserves. Please confirm the removal of these transactions from my report as soon as possible. Thank you for your prompt attention to this issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
According to state law 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 Inaccurate information is being reported and wish to have all items removed or further disputed with following the following statements : ( A ) Reporting information with actual knowledge of errors. 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. 
( 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 the person has been notified by the consumer, at the address specified by the person for such notices, that specific information is inaccurate ; the information is, in fact, inaccurate. 
( C ) No address requirement. A person who clearly and conspicuously specifies to the consumer an address for notices referred to in subparagraph ( B ) shall not be subject to subparagraph ( A ) ; however, nothing in subparagraph ( B ) shall require a person to specify such an address. 
( D ) Definition. For purposes of subparagraph ( A ), the term reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate means having specific knowledge, other than solely allegations by the consumer, that would cause a reasonable person to have substantial doubts about the accuracy of the information.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 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: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute inaccurate information appearing on my credit report in light of my rights under Section 605 ( b ) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). Furthermore, due to the recent data breach involving XXXX, I am deeply concerned that this misinformation may be a direct result of unauthorized access or compromise of my personal information. The following accounts are inaccurate and require immediate attention : 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 XXXXXXXX Inaccuracy Description : These accounts are reported as delinquent when no such payments are due. Requested Resolution : I demand this item be verified or immediately removed from my credit report. Given the data breach, I have reason to believe that errors on my credit report may be related to identity theft or unauthorized use of my personal information. Under the FCRA, you are required to investigate and verify the accuracy of all disputed items, especially when they may result from a security breach. I demand that you investigate these inaccuracies and provide written confirmation of your findings within the legally mandated 30-day timeframe. If the disputed items can not be verified as accurate, they must be deleted immediately. Failure to comply may result in escalation to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) or legal action. Given the circumstances surrounding the data breach and the potential misuse of my personal information, I expect this matter to be treated with urgency and diligence.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Recently, I did an investigation on my credit report which caused severe XXXX upon me and found unverifiable, invalidated, inaccurate, and questionable items that your agency didn't make sure it was reporting 100 % correct. 

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, everything has to be 100 % accurate on my credit report and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) these accounts are in violation of not reporting 100 % accurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-22 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request under pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 USC 1681 c-2 ) that you, the Equifax credit reporting agency , block information appearing on my credit report that is the results of Identity theft, Equifax XXXX XXXX and fraud withing 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of these following accounts XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report maintained by you which shows the aforementioned fraudulent items. I DO NOT RECOGNIZE THE AFOREMENTIONED ACCOUNTS, COLLECTIONS AND HARD INQUIRY APPEARINTG IN MY CREDIT REPORT MAINTAONED BY YOU WERE NOT OPENED, MADE OR INITIATED BY ME. ALL OF THE MENTIONED ACCOUNTS ARE THE RESULT OF IDENTITY THEFT, EQUIFAX DATA BREACH AND FRAUD. ATTACHED TO THIS IS A ACOPY OF FTC IDENTITY THEFT REPORT AS PROOF FROM US FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-22 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:
I am writing to dispute fraudulent information on my credit report pursuant to 15 U.S.C 1681c-2 and to request that this information be blocked. I have enclosed a copy my Police Report/FTC identity theft report ( FTC REPORT NUMBER : XXXX ) to support my identity theft claim. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 when a consumer submits an identity theft report, credit reporting agencies must block any information identified by the consumer as resulting from identity theft within four business days.

To following information on my credit report is the result of identity theft and should be blocked : As required by 15 U.S.C 1681c-2, please block this fraudulent information from my credit report immediately. This information should be blocked for one year, at which point i may request an extension of the block. During the block, you may not report no longer contains any fraudulent information. Several times I have called the bureau reporting these fraudulent accounts in my report and CREDIT BUREAU has not wanted to give me a solution to this problem where I am being totally affected to be able to acquire a new house for my children, these collections were eliminated and not verified by others bureaus I don't understand how they usually say that these accounts are mine, I have requested contracts from this company with my information and for more than 60 days I have not received any response from them, please help me immediately delete these accounts. Here I add the FTC report, hoping that you make a better decision in my situation, thank you

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 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:
Recently, I did an investigation on my credit report which caused severe XXXX upon me and found unverifiable, invalidated, inaccurate, and questionable items that your agency didn't make sure it was reporting 100 % correct. 

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, everything has to be 100 % accurate on my credit report and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) these accounts are in violation of not reporting 100 % accurate.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Fraud or scam — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year>, I made an online transaction for a spiritual psychic reading and healing service and I was given a Cash App by the business owner to send the money to. I spoke to the business owner prior to sending the money, and they had confirmed that my service would be delivered that day. After sending the payment to the cash app XXXX XXXXXXXX I was told that they did not receive the payment even though I have a screenshot and receipt confirming I had sent it. I contacted them several times asking for my service and they did not respond. I requested a refund to which they denied. I called their number and discovered I was blocked. From that point I contacted Cash app. I told Cash App verbatim that I paid for the service and verified who it was prior to sending payment, but I did not receive my service and believe I was scammed. The agent that I spoke to on Cash App told me that it was my fault for sending the money to this person and that they would not refund the money despite this being a fraud/scam. I contacted cash app several times and even provided a screenshot of the conversation as well as a screenshot of the Cash App information that I sent the payment to, yet I was still denied a resolution. It has been weeks of fighting this issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 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.

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 public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 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.

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 public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
I am writing formally to express my concerns regarding Zelle 's handling of disputes particularly in light of the recent CFPB highlighting significant issues with the platform. Despite using Zelle numerous times and reporting discrepancies, my financial institution and Zelle failed to investigate my claims adequately. They informed me that covering loss funds was impossible and tracking these transactions was unfeasible. The CFPBs findings indicate that Zelle has not only neglected to protect consumers but has also allowed repeat offenders to exploit the system leaving users vulnerable to scams. This lack of accountability and transparency is Unacceptable and raises serious concerns about consumer safety.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I want to stress that I did not give written permission for these specific transactions to be included in my consumer report. At no point did I authorize these entries, and their presence on my report is unwarranted. Consequently, I am formally requesting that these accounts be blocked and removed from my report immediately. It is important to clarify that this request is not due to any error or negligence on my part. There has been no oversight or misunderstanding on my end. Instead, this issue arises solely from the fact that I did not explicitly authorize the inclusion of these transactions in my report. I am diligent about maintaining the accuracy and privacy of my financial records, and these unauthorized entries compromise that integrity. I trust that you will handle this matter with the urgency and seriousness it deserves. Please confirm the removal of these transactions from my report as soon as possible. Thank you for your prompt attention to 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my concern regarding the inaccurate negative items on my credit report. I have submitted multiple complaints to the credit bureaus requesting verification of these items, as per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Section 609. However, despite my repeated requests, I have not received the necessary proof to validate these entries. According to FCRA Section 609, if verification is not provided, the credit bureaus are obligated to remove these disputed items from my credit report. I also submitted a lot of complaints regarding my concern about the removal of the Bankruptcy that I have on my credit report. XXXX clearly stated that they could not locate the following Bankruptcy records on my file. Bankruptcy XXXX XXXX. XXXX. If XXXX can't locate it on my file. It means that these records are not mine and a result of FRAUD/ERROR. I kindly request that the credit bureaus promptly investigate and rectify this matter in accordance with the FCRA guidelines to ensure the accuracy of my credit report. Thank you for your attentiontothisissue. Attached you will also find my ID as proofofmyidentity, my Proof of Address, and SSN Card.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: DISCOVER BANK
State: OK

Complaint narrative:
I had a debt collector reach out about a debt. I informed them that I was scammed and didnt make those charges so they reached out to discover. Discover sent me a copy of charges and its XXXX  of dollars in fees. It shows no actual charges. I had a couple online charges I did not make and the company refused to do anything about it. They are trying to garnish my wages.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Medical debt
Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action — Threatened or suggested your credit would be damaged
Company: Ability Recovery Services, LLC
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
I saw the debt from ability recovery services and XXXX XXXX XXXX. I called Ability and they told me it was transferred to XXXX XXXX XXXX so my call was transferred to XXXX XXXX XXXX. I have reported XXXX XXXX XXXX as they refused to send me a bill and explain my debt as well as harassed me. My account was then closed with XXXX XXXX XXXX and it disappeared through ability. It then reappeared with a different amount and I have received a bill after the collection was closed in the mail from XXXX XXXX that states a doctor I have never seen, on a day I was never hospitalized, and with insurance that I never had during the time of the bill. There are multiple reviews from people who have reported both companies fo fradulant medical bills similar to the experience I am having. I gave ability recovery services a chance to explain my debt but was transferred and now it has repopened since being reported.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Cash App ( Block , Inc. ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). Specifically, Cash App failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent and address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected. 
Furthermore, their dispute resolution process was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and financial loss, and I seek appropriate redres : for these violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I am to formally express my concerns regarding Zelles handling of disputes, particularly in light of the recent CFPB lawsuit highlighting significant issues with the platform. Despite using Zelle numerous times and reporting discrepancies, my financial institution and Zelle failed to investigate my claims adequately. They informed me that recovering lost funds was impossible and that tracking these transactions was unfeasible. The CFPBs findings indicate that Zelle has not only neglected to protect consumers but has also allowed repeat offenders to exploit the system, leaving user vulnerable to scams. The lack of accountability and transparency is unacceptable and raises serious concerns about consumers safety.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-22 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Closing an account — Funds not received from closed account
Company: TRUIST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I was banking with Truist Bank with a checking account. In the beginning of XXXX I noticed when sending money to someone it kept declining. When I got off work I went to the local branch to understand what the issue was. The branch XXXX looked up my account a discovered that my account was under investigation for fraudulent activity. Thats all the branch XXXX disclosed to me. Advised me to call the fraudulent activity number. Which I have several times. I received a letter around the middle of the month of XXXX stating the same thing the branch XXXX said. My balance still remains as when they closed my account. I havent had any communication from Truist bank on this matter. Ive been calling and nothing has changed. The bank hasnt released my funds and it has been XXXX months now. This issue has put me behind on bills.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt or credit management — Debt settlement
Issue: Charged upfront or unexpected fees — 
Company: NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: OK

Complaint narrative:
We have been charged unnecessary over draft fees of a minimum of {$30.00} on both of our Navy Federal Credit Union checkings accounts dating back as far as XXXX to present. Countless and numerous times for very small amounts of items purchased. These charges total thousands of dollars.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-21 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against CashApp ( Block , INC ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act. Specifically, CashApp failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent and address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected. Furthermore, their dispute resolution process was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Refund Transfer Act and Regulations E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and financial loss, and I seek appropriate redress for these violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation