vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-15 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: PA

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 of 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 : 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  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 TransUnion Consumer Solutions 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 2025-01-15 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelle 's 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 CFPB 's 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. I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelle 's 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 CFPB 's 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.I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelle 's 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 CFPB 's 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 2025-01-14 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Confusing or missing disclosures — 
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I used Zelle to send to another person, the person did not have zelle so the money was never recovered because they said there was nothing they could do

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-15 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelle 's 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 CFPB 's 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 2025-01-14 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Virtual currency
Issue: Other service problem — 
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
I was expecting a zelle payment from my sister but when she went to zelle the money to my old phone number it went to whomever has that number now. I called my bank to see about options we could do but they were of no help and stated the money was already accepted and withdrawn from my sister account. I tried reaching out to the number as well but they also refused to send the money back. This was XXXXXXXX XXXX  it wasnt no small amount and to offer a oh well we cant do anything about that was a slap in my face. I care for XXXX kids that money wouldve been very helpful but instead I had to eat it because there was no way I was going to make my sister repay again the same amount.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-15 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing 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 XX/XX/XXXX and Zelle failed to investigate my claims adequately. They informed me that recovering lost funds impossible and that tracking these transactions was infeasible. The CFPBs findings indicate that Zelle has not only neglected to protect consumers but has also allowed repeated 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 2025-01-15 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelle 's 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, myXX/XX/XXXX and Zelle failed to investigate my claims adequately. They informed me that recovering lost funds was impossible and that tracking these transactions unfeasible. The CFPB 's 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 2025-01-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: U.S. BANCORP
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
An unknown fraud hard inquiry on my XXXX and XXXX account from XXXX XXXX and us bank showed up on my credit account I did not authorized or filled out it was fraud someone stole my identity

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 2025-01-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE EQUIFAX DATA BREACH. PER 15 USC 1681 C-2 STATES EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS SECTION A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY SHALL BLOCK THE REPORTING OF ANY INFORMATION IN THE FILE OF A CONSUMER THAT THE CONSUMER IDENTIFIES AS INFORMATION THAT RESULTED FROM AN ALLEGED IDENTITY THEFT. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX Account Name : XXXX # XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX # XXXX Account Name XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX # XXXX Account Name : XXXX # XXXX Account Name : XXXX  # XXXX Account Name : XXXX # XXXX Account Name : XXXX # XXXX Account Name : XXXX  # XXXX Account Name : XXXX # XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX  # XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX # XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXXXXXX # XXXX UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XX/XX/year> XXXX XX/XX/year>

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-15 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-15 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.

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 2025-01-15 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelle 's 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, myXX/XX/XXXX 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 CFPB 's 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.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-15 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: OR

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelle 's 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 XX/XX/XXXX 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 CFPB 's 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 2025-01-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem when making payments — Problem during payment process
Company: GOLDMAN SACHS BANK USA
State: WY

Complaint narrative:
On XXXX I made a XXXX payment to my Apple credit card/Goldmansachs. It was for the purchase of a new computer. Two days later I noticed that they withdrew XXXX out of my account. I never authorized that payment. On XXXX I called and talked to a supervisor who stated that they investigated it and found I authorized the payment. I asked for proof and they hung up on me. 

Before the XXXX I called five times and each time they stated that it was being investigated. 

They have caused me financial distress. I do not have the money to pay my bills for the month of XXXX. I get paid once a month.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-15 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing 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 XXXX XXXX, 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 CFPB findings indicate that Zelle not only neglected to protect consumers but has also allowed repeat offenders to to exploit, the system, leaving users vulnerable to scams. The lack of accountability and transparency is unaccountable and raises serious concerns about customer safety

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-15 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: RI

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed a copy of my Credit report and noticed I had fraudulent accounts on my report. Please remove these accounts from my report, they are hurting my ability to obtain credit.

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 2025-01-15 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
" I am disputing inaccuracies on my credit report and requesting the immediate removal of specific accounts and items. These inaccuracies include unauthorized negative entries, incorrect addresses, and hard inquiries reported without my consent. These actions violate the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act ( FACTA ), particularly 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2, which requires consumer reporting agencies to block or delete information reported without written consent.

You have failed to ensure maximum possible accuracy, as required under 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ). The reporting of unauthorized data also breaches 15 U.S.C. 1681b, which governs permissible purposes for obtaining and reporting consumer data. The inaccuracies have caused harm to my creditworthiness, and despite providing documentation, these errors remain uncorrected.

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Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-15 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I sent money to the wrong person and tried canceling I wasnt able to.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-15 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Dispute was done XX/XX/year> Experian has failed to correct inaccurate information on my credit report, even after I disputed the accounts and requested an investigation. Instead of properly addressing the issue, Experian has added remarks to my credit report claiming the accounts have been verified. However, the accounts are still reporting inaccurate information, which proves they did not conduct a proper investigation. 

This negligence has caused significant harm to me, including being denied loans, paying higher interest rates, and damaging my financial stability. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has filed a lawsuit against Experian for similar issues, such as failing to investigate disputes, relying on unreliable information, and not notifying consumers properly about dispute results. My experience reflects these same failures. 

I am requesting immediate corrective action to properly investigate the disputed accounts and remove the inaccurate information. Experians actions violate federal law, harm my financial well-being, and infringe on my rights as a consumer.

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 2025-01-14 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: NM

Complaint narrative:
Experian has failed to fulfill its legal obligation under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of disputed information on my credit report, leaving inaccurate or unverifiable accounts unresolved. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) has recently filed a lawsuit against Experian, alleging systemic issues such as failing to forward consumer-provided evidence to furnishers, accepting unreliable responses, and failing to adequately notify consumers of dispute outcomes. These failures align with my experience, where Experian has neither corrected nor removed disputed items despite the evidence I provided, causing ongoing harm to my credit standing. I am requesting immediate corrective action to remove or amend the disputed accounts, as Experian 's inaction violates federal law and my rights as a consumer.

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 2025-01-14 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Fraud or scam — 
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I used the platform XXXX to send {$40.00} to a user named XXXX XXXX with the confirmation number being # XXXX on Bank of America. This was used for Goods and Services from XXXX, and her user is XXXX and her name is XXXX XXXX XXXX She told me she would provide a tracking number within 24 hours on Friday, XX/XX/XXXX and did not. I re-asked her Sunday, XX/XX/XXXX and then she said she would that day. She did not, and after I asked her today XX/XX/XXXX, I was blocked and removed with no return of my payment.

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 2025-01-14 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
The Issue at Hand I am deeply concerned that XXXX, in conjunction with its banking affiliates, has not provided adequate safeguards for consumers against fraud, nor has it properly secured my personal financial data. As a consumer, I rely on my banks to provide secure platforms for managing and transferring funds. The lack of accountability from XXXX and its affiliated banks regarding the fraudulent transactions has left me vulnerable to further financial harm. 
In light of the above, I respectfully request that the CFPB investigate this issue thoroughly. Specifically, I seek : 1. Remove from credit reports 2. An investigation into the adequacy of XXXX consumer protection policies and whether these policies have failed to prevent fraudulent activity.

3. Assistance in recovering the funds lost due to these fraudulent transactions.

4. A recommendation for stronger consumer protection standards for services such as XXXX, which allow for rapid transfers of funds without sufficient protections against fraud. 

I trust that the CFPB will take the necessary steps to protect consumers from similar experiences in the future and will provide guidance on how to rectify this situation. 
Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response and resolution of my complaint.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation