vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my concern regarding the disputed accounts on my credit report. Multiple times, I have raised the issue of inaccuracies in these accounts, and have consistently requested that they be thoroughly investigated. Despite my efforts, I have yet to receive any resolution or corrective action. These erroneous accounts are severely damaging my credit file and hindering my ability to live a normal life. The negative effects of these inaccuracies have caused immense hardships for me, and I am left with no choice but to plead for your assistance in rectifying this situation as soon as possible. I kindly request that you conduct a thorough investigation into the reporting of each of these disputed accounts. It is imperative that the necessary steps are taken to update and rectify my credit report without any further delay. With your help, I hope to restore the accuracy and integrity of my credit file so that I may regain control over my financial well-being. I sincerely urge you to give this matter your utmost attention and take swift action. Your cooperation and support in resolving this issue promptly would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your understanding and assistance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
Dear CFPB, I am filing this complaint because Equifax is reporting inaccurate late payment information on my credit report, and they have failed to correct it despite my dispute. 

Details of the Issue : Equifax is reporting that I was late on my account for almost every month of XXXX  specifically marking the account as XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, and even XXXX  days past due. This is incorrect. I have already disputed this with Equifax Instead of correcting or deleting the inaccurate data, Equifax continues to report these false delinquencies, harming my creditworthiness and violating my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

Evidence : I have attached a screenshot of my Equifax credit report showing the inaccurate late payment notations for XXXX. You can see from XXXX through XXXX they report escalating late payments ( XXXX 150 days ), which is not correct. November 2024 150 days late XX/XX/year> XXXX late. I was also involved in the Date Breach Legal Concern : Equifax has already been fined by the CFPB and FTC in 2024 for mishandling disputes and failing to ensure accuracy in credit reporting. According to the CFPBs press release, Equifax was ordered to pay {$13.00} XXXX in penalties and redress for similar violations of FCRA. 

Their continued reporting of inaccurate information on my file and failure to conduct a reasonable investigation in response to my dispute violates : FCRA 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ) : Failure to reasonably investigate disputed information.

FCRA 607 ( b ) ( 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ) ) : Failure to maintain maximum possible accuracy. 

I respectfully ask the CFPB to : Investigate this matter. 
Require Equifax to remove the inaccurate late payments from my credit report. 
Hold Equifax accountable for continued violations, especially given their recent history of similar misconduct.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
This is a follow-up to my previous written dispute regarding fraudulent accounts and inquiries appearing on my consumer report. Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are required to block all information resulting from identity theft within four business days of receipt. 
The following accounts and inquiries do NOT belong to me and were obtained fraudulently without my consent : ACCOUNTS : XXXX - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date Opened : XXXX, Balance : {$5400.00} XXXX XXXX  - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XXXX, Balance : {$12000.00} INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : 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 2025-07-16 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Dealing with your lender or servicer — Received bad information about your loan
Company: MOHELA
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/XXXX the department of education discharged my loans. I have contacted Mohela several times and sent them proof of the discharge several times. I have repeatedly been told they cant help me and that all I can do is pay it back or do a deferral. I am still receiving loan bills, charged interest, and it is negatively affecting my credit score. The department of education also stated that because the school I attended was a for profit school I should also be reimbursed the payments I had paid throughout the years. Mohela stated that it would never repay me even though I am due a refund.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
As per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the documents needed, a picture ID, a bill, and a letter from an advocacy group helping me due to XXXX XXXX debt bondage, which falls under XXXX  according to XXXX-Debt Bondage Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) - ( 5 ) -- -- -- 1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ). I have provided my photo ID along with the other required documents. I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within XXXX business days, pursuant to section 605C of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I have given you my identification as well as the information requested from the list of acceptable items which only XXXX are required per the LAW. Which I have provided all of my documentation as well as a victim determination letter according to 1022.142 ( b ) ( 6 )

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 2025-07-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I had setup a payment plan with a debt collector by the name of Midland Credit Management. the amount we agreed upon was for XXXX XXXX back in XXXX of XXXX upon receipt they have received XXXX XXXX they are stated that I still owe and amount of XXXX XXXX and when I did the calculation the amount I owe is XXXX XXXX I have bank statements and also receipts that they sent me of the amount that I paid. I would like to know what will be the next step.. 


thank you

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint to address a serious issue with my credit report. An account that does not belong to mepreviously disputed and removedhas reappeared without any justification. This account is not mine and appears to be tied to someone elses profile, which has likely resulted from mixed or mishandled information. This kind of repeated error is unacceptable. It continues to damage my credit, raises ongoing concerns about identity theft, and violates my rights as a consumer. I should not have to repeatedly dispute the same issue, especially after it was already resolved.

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 2025-07-16 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I was utterly shocked and devastated upon discovering unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries and inaccurate personal information made or reported without my knowledge or consent. Despite my efforts to seek clarification from the creditors, they have shamefully failed to provide the necessary information. I demand immediate action and transparency from the creditors. The creditors must provide detailed information on each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and types of credit products involved, furnish relevant application documents, and present evidence of explicit authorization for each inquiry. 

Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about! I have attached a copy of my government issued ID as well as mail showing proof of address. So, there shouldnt be any confusion or stall tactics on your end. I have maintained a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the FTC should you continue in your non-compliance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair credit Reporting Act, the following accounts listed in the attachments have violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. I would like to assert that no permissible purpose under 15 USC 1681b ( 2 ) has been established and under the Fair Credit Reporting Act this must be established.

15 U.S.C 6802 ( a ) A financial institution may not, directly or through any affiliate, disclose to a non affiliated third party any nonpublic personal information. 15 U.S.C 6802 ( b ) ( 1 ) A financial institution may not disclose nonpublic personal information to a nonaffiliated third party unless ( A ) such financial institution clearly and conspicuously discloses to the consumer, in writing or in electronic form or other form permitted by the regulations prescribed under section 6804 of this title, that such information may be disclosed to such third party ; ( B ) the consumer is given the opportunity, before the time that such information is initially disclosed, to direct that such information not be disclosed to such third party ; and ( C ) the consumer is given an explanation of how the consumer can exercise that nondisclosure option.

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C section 604 A Section 2 : 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 7 years.

15 U.S.C 1666b ( a ) Time to make payments, A credit may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose 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.

15 U.S. Code 1681i ) : You have the right to dispute any information on your credit report that is inaccurate, incomplete, outdated, or unverifiable.

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 2025-07-16 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: MN

Complaint narrative:
I am formally demanding the immediate removal of all fraudulent items from my credit file. As a victim of identity theft, I did not authorize the accounts or inquiries listed in the attached documentation. This has been reported to the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and I have included a copy of my official Identity Theft Report as required.

Pursuant to Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are legally obligated to block and DELETE all fraudulent information within four ( 4 ) business days of receiving this notice and supporting documents. Continued reporting of this false data is a direct violation of federal law and will result in legal action under FCRA 616 and 617 for willful noncompliance. This is your final warning delete the fraudulent information IMMEDIATELY or face legal consequences.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am concerned about the validity and accuracy of your recent investigation of these accounts that are reporting on my credit report. Last month I requested an investigation because I felt the item was not being reported legally. Couple of days ago I received a letter stating that you have ceased investigation of my credit reports because, in your opinion, you believe that I have used a third party credit repair agency. Not only do I believe this to be a stall tactic on your part to grant you an additional 30 days to comply with my original request, but I believe it to be a blatant violation of the FCRA. 

I have attached a copy of my government issued ID as well as mail showing proof of address. So, there shouldnt be any confusion or stall tactics on your end. I have maintained a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the FTC should you continue in your non-compliance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: Source Receivables Management LLC
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
I'm filing this complaint because I recently noticed a debt collector reporting to my credit reports with the consumer reporting agencies. This account is especially noticeable on my XXXX  credit report. The name of the debt collector as seen my credit report is Source Receivables Management. I have not received enough information to verify this debt and for clarity regarding the account they are alleging I owe. I am refusing to pay this debt.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am concerned about the validity and accuracy of your recent investigation of these accounts that are reporting on my credit report. Last month I requested an investigation because I felt the item was not being reported legally. Couple of days ago I received a letter stating that you have ceased investigation of my credit reports because, in your opinion, you believe that I have used a third party credit repair agency. Not only do I believe this to be a stall tactic on your part to grant you an additional 30 days to comply with my original request, but I believe it to be a blatant violation of the FCRA. 

I have attached a copy of my government issued ID as well as mail showing proof of address. So, there shouldnt be any confusion or stall tactics on your end. I have maintained a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the FTC should you continue in your non-compliance.

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 2025-07-16 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am concerned about the validity and accuracy of your recent investigation of these accounts that are reporting on my credit report. Last month I requested an investigation because I felt the item was not being reported legally. Couple of days ago I received a letter stating that you have ceased investigation of my credit reports because, in your opinion, you believe that I have used a third party credit repair agency. Not only do I believe this to be a stall tactic on your part to grant you an additional 30 days to comply with my original request, but I believe it to be a blatant violation of the FCRA. 

I have attached a copy of my government issued ID as well as mail showing proof of address. So, there shouldnt be any confusion or stall tactics on your end. I have maintained a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the FTC should you continue in your non-compliance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
The personal information on my credit report were outdated.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
This is a follow-up to my previous written dispute regarding fraudulent accounts and inquiries appearing on my consumer report. Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are required to block all information resulting from identity theft within four business days of receipt.

The following accounts and inquiries do NOT belong to me and were obtained fraudulently without my consent : ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX  - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XXXX, Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XXXX, Balance : {$0.00} INQUIRIES : XXXXXXXX XXXX Date : XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date : XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Date : 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 2025-07-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Atlanticus Services Corporation
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Experian XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Subject : Request for Removal of Fraudulent Information under 15 U.S.C. 1681c2 To Whom It May Concern : I am writing to formally dispute and request the removal of fraudulent and inaccurate information on my credit report in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681c2.

This section grants me the right to have information resulting from identity theft or unauthorized activity blocked from my credit file. I have identified the following items on my credit report that I did not authorize and believe to be the result of identity theft or error : Creditor Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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/XXXX Reason for Dispute : This account was opened fraudulently and without my knowledge or consent.

In support of this request, I am providing the following documentation as required under 15 U.S.C. 1681c2 : A copy of a valid government-issued photo ID Proof of residence ( e.g., utility bill, lease agreement ) A copy of the police report or identity theft affidavit Please conduct an investigation into these matters, and as required by federal law, block this fraudulent information from appearing on my credit report. I request written confirmation once the disputed information has been removed.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your response within the 30-day timeframe as required by the FCRA.

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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 have no connection to these accounts and believe they may be fraudulent. I request a full investigation and their prompt removal from my credit report. Supporting documentation is attached.

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