vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
The distress stemming from this situation is tangible, affecting my sleep quality and leaving me unsettled. The discrepancy feels difficult to reconcile with my consistent payment history.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I kindly ask for the removal of this inaccurate account from my credit report, as it is not associated with me and I did not authorize its creation. Attached are the necessary documentation to support my position.

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 2024-04-11 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
First of all XXXX XXXX XXXX  and XXXX, New York and agent alleged to my son XXXX and I both in person that Equifax came back that we were married which is my son XX/XX/XXXX. XX/XX/XXXX my son falsely arrested in the city of XXXX New York. A police officer takes a picture of his XXXX debit card within a few days. Somebody is alledging with XXXX To be a spouse of mine. The bank checked it out with Equifax Equifax did return never To the bank, XX/XX/XXXX. Logged into my account and this is supposed to be my consumer account from the settlement. I have not been in it since I opened it three years ago to see my credit has been frozen same exact thing that went down in XXXX unknown individual informed all three credit bureaus that I was under XXXX military alert do not extend credit for a period of at least 18 months I have never even enlisted or never allowed to suspect that I had been in the military this is the perpetrators the criminals keep identity. I attempted to find out today why my credit report with Equifax has been frozen and going through the automated system on the phone. It would not get an operator remotely. Somebody else was pushing the options. More importantly in XXXX roughly detective XXXX XXXX of XXXX XXXX detective unit who is still working for XXXX XXXX at a command center had three Equifax credit report in file, but I was under investigation. So Im asking to get from Equifax in XXXX Georgia to clean up this garbage again that has become repetitive. And check out XXXX XXXX or XXXX XXXX or XXXX XXXX Since I live within XXXX miles of XXXX, and since there was a personal verbal attack made to me from XXXX XXXX, that XXXX will use her position at XXXX XXXX XXXX department to attack me

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I kindly ask for the removal of this inaccurate account from my credit report, as it is not associated with me and I did not authorize its creation. Attached are the necessary documentation to support my position.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 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 urge you to take immediate steps to remove the unauthorized accounts from my credit report. Their presence is distressing, and I did not authorize their inclusion. Please address this promptly.

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 2024-04-11 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
Transunion is reporting fraudulent inquiries on my credit profile after I have asked them multiple times to remove them. They are being paid by companies that I never did business with to report false information on my credit profile causing great harm to my credit and making me look bad to creditors. I have never authorized these inquiries and I demand that they be removed off my credit profile. I know that only 100 % information can be reported on my credit profile and that any inaccurate Information must be removed. These inquires has caused me to be denied credit and has caused me great financial harm because I can't obtain credit and was denied several loans due to this inaccurate information, they refuse to remove off my credit report. I am asking that the CFPB make this company abide by the FCRA rules and demand them to remove the inaccurate and false information on my credit report. The inquiries listed below do not belong to me I never gave them permission to obtain my credit profile or gain access to my social security number. This is a CLEAR VIOLATE of 15 U.S. Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports. REMOVE NOW 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 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

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 2024-04-11 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: Harris & Harris, Ltd.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
I sent them a debt Validation letter in the mail and didn't get a response, so i sent another letter, this time I sent certified mail, and I have proof that it got delivered. This is what i am asking for in my debt validation letter. 1. Verification of the Debt : Please provide a detailed written statement of the debt, including the original creditors name and contact information. 2. Proof of Ownership : I request proof that your agency has the legal authority to collect the debt, including a copy of the assignment or purchase agreement from the original creditor. 3. Full Account History : I would like to receive a complete account history, including all statements and transactions related to the debt. 4. Copy of the agreement : Kindy provide a copy of the signed contract or agreement, that demonstrates my obligation to pay this debt. 5. Documentation of your Licensing : Please furnish me with your agencys licensing and registration information, as required by the relevant State and Federal laws

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
I did not consent to, or authorize nor benefit from any of the following inquiries. Block and remove it. 
XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX  Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX Date of Inquiry XX/XX/XXXX & XXXX Date of Inquiry 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
I did not consent to, or authorize nor benefit from any of the following inquiries. Block and remove it. 
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Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 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: CAINE & WEINER COMPANY, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed a copy of my credit report and noticed I had fraudulent accounts on my report. Please remove all fraudulent accounts. They are hurting my ability to obtain credit. They are being reported by a third party and I do not recognize them. Thank you.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I acknowledge that as per FCRA 605B, it's crucial to eliminate any erroneous accounts from my credit report. Would you mind reviewing the documents? I've noticed that several of the listed accounts appear to be inaccurate, and this is causing me concern.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I have already sent a letter addressing the inaccuracies and unknown items on my credit report, but unfortunately, I have not received any response even after 30 days. It feels like I'm being taken advantage of and my disputes are being ignored. According to Section 611 ( a ), if these items are not investigated within 30 days, they should be promptly removed from my credit report. Since it has been over 30 days, I expect these accounts to be updated immediately. If not, I will have no choice but to pursue legal action due to the stress this situation has caused me. Additionally, my information was also affected by the Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX data breach, which raises concerns about the security of my personal data.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I have already sent a letter addressing the inaccuracies and unknown items on my credit report, but unfortunately, I have not received any response even after 30 days. It feels like I'm being taken advantage of and my disputes are being ignored. According to Section 611 ( a ), if these items are not investigated within 30 days, they should be promptly removed from my credit report. Since it has been over 30 days, I expect these accounts to be updated immediately. If not, I will have no choice but to pursue legal action due to the stress this situation has caused me. Additionally, my information was also affected by the XXXX, Experian, and XXXX data breach, which raises concerns about the security of my personal data.

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 2024-04-11 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
To whom it may concern, Please see attached the information I've collected that needs to be corrected and deleted from 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 2024-04-11 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
It has been months and months that I noticed that XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX an account they claimed that I have with them to the credit bureau XXXX Account XXXX ) to the Trans Union and XXXX credit bureau XXXX I repeatedly contacted them about this particular account. I have never done any business with XXXX. I do not even know what they are in business for. I demanded that they remove this account from my credit report immediately.

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 2024-04-11 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
INPROPER USE OF MY CREDIT REPORT In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act this creditor has violated my Rights! Under Act 15 U.S.C. 1681 section 602 says " I have the right to Privacy ''. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 604 A section 2 " It also states a consumer reporting agency can not refurnish an account without mv written instructions ''. Under 15 U.S.C 1666B " A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open and consumer credit plan as late for any purpose. 

Please update the following accounts and paid, never late. 

15 U.S. Code 1681 S-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( F ) - Reporting During XXXX ( Instructions Please Update to Never Late ) XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Dates that need to be updated to current XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Please correct/update this inaccurate information on my credit 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 2024-04-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Closing your account — Company closed your account
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
Capital One Credit Card closed my secured credit card. I was paying on time and was never late. This has caused a hardship because I was paying on time and trying to re-build my credit.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Problem with a lender or other company charging your account — Transaction was not authorized
Company: SOFI TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
State: OR

Complaint narrative:
The transactions reported to the XXXX Police department in XXXX, OR on XX/XX/24 were made by XXXX other individuals who were seen in video footage at XXXX XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX after testing out the card at the XXXX XXXX, and then making a final purchase at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. I called SoFi Bank and was told that I couldn't report fraud until the transactions posted to my account, which I believe finally happened XX/XX/24. I received my first denial message XX/XX/24. 

Al XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX for {$760.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX for {$100.00} XXXX Market for {$9.00} Police Case # is XXXX. Police Officer handling my case was The case has now been turned over to the District Attorney 's Office in XXXX, OR. 

I provided the certification letter from the police department, our conversation when I submitted the request for evidence, and did multiple times stating that fraud was committed. I've called SoFi customer support for every week since the incident has happened and each time I've been denied with an automated message and no further clarification being told the Claims team can only be reached by email. Each time I receive the denial letter ( the exact same one ), I call customer support and again am told there is nothing I can do but respond to them.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Medical debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: TRANSWORLD SYSTEMS INC
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX does not have a permissible purpose. This company has no legitimate business reason because I do not have a contract, nor have I ever done business with this company. And as per the Fair Credit Reporting Act, for anyone to furnish information on my consumer report a permissible purpose must be given. I have not ever given any of this company permission to report anything, nor have I had any contractual or business obligation with this company. They have used and possessed my information without my knowledge or approval.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Fraud or scam — 
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
Someone opened a Venmo account using my personal information and email and I never had a Venmo account and want this investigated immediately and closed. I only found out because a email was sent to me about a Venmo account.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-11 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX Subject : Complaint Against XXXX for Non-Compliance with FCRA Standards Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, This letter is to file a complaint against XXXX for violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) concerning the handling and reporting of my credit information, particularly inaccuracies reported by XXXX XXXX Multiple Erroneous Listings : XXXX has listed the same credit builder loan under multiple names including XXXX XXXX and XXXXXXXX XXXX, causing confusion and inaccuracies in my credit report. 

Disregard for Dispute Resolutions : Despite filing disputes with detailed evidence against the inaccuracies reported by XXXX XXXX, XXXX has not taken adequate measures to investigate or rectify these inaccuracies, contrary to FCRA mandates Adverse Effects on Financial Health : The inaccuracies maintained by XXXX have detrimentally affected my credit score, limiting my access to financial products and opportunities. 

I urge the CFPB to take necessary action to ensure XXXX complies with FCRA obligations by conducting a full investigation into my disputes and rectifying the inaccuracies promptly

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 2024-04-11 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:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

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 has violated my rights. Or a list of inquiries : 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy. 

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a 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 response to consumer: Closed with explanation