vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-14 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: CAINE & WEINER COMPANY, INC.
State: CT

Complaint narrative:
VALIDATION AND CEASE AND DESIST Caine & Weiner Compa Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX Account number : XXXX My NAME : XXXX XXXX My address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Connecticut XXXX Dear ( Debt Collector ) I recently received a debt collection notice from your office. I am writing to verify that you have contacted the correct individual and to request that you provide documentation confirming this. 
Please supply me with a copy of any contract or agreement signed with your company or the original creditor. 
In accordance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I request the following information : 1. The name and address of the original creditor and the current creditor.

2. Verification of the debt amount you are seeking to collect, including evidence that a contract exists creating the amount you claim is owed.

3. Documentation of all assignments showing the transfer of the debt from the original creditor to the current creditor.

4. Proof that the original creditor securitized the debt.

5. Documentation showing the assignments of the debt from the original creditor to the secured trust and then back to the original creditor.

Please cease and desist from collecting on this debt until you have provided validation of the debt.

Additionally, I request that you do not access my credit report or report anything to my credit bureaus. I dispute the validity of this debt amount, and this dispute should be reflected on my credit report if you have already reported this debt.

Permissible Purpose Please state your permissible purpose for accessing my credit information. I dispute your right to do so.

Notification to Other Collectors I dispute that I owe this debt to you. Should you transfer this debt to another collector, please inform them of my dispute regarding the validity of this debt.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-15 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action — Threatened to sue you for very old debt
Company: Waddell Serafino Geary Rechner Jenevein, PC
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I received your package over 600 pages of statements. Thats not validation. Its just noise. Youre threatening to sue me if I dont pay in 30 days, yet I still dont know what exactly youre coming after me for. 

XXXX XXXX has already said in writing that they " will not be sharing internal strategy, '' including how this account was funded. So if even the creditor wont disclose that critical information, how am I supposed to verify the legitimacy of this alleged debt? 

To make matters worse, in your last CFPB response XXXX, your firm repeatedly misgendered me as " her. '' I am a male and have never identified otherwise. This isnt just a typo it raises serious questions about your entire verification process. If you cant even identify the gender of the alleged debtor, how can you claim to have validated anything at all? 

Im left with more questions than answers, and your letter has caused fear and stress in my household. Youre threatening to take legal action, invade my privacy, and destabilize my life without proper transparency.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-15 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: NV

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally request the prompt removal of inaccurate information from my credit report. Upon review, I discovered this instances of fraudulent data that I have no association with. This discovery is deeply concerning, and I insist on immediate action to rectify this matter. This inaccuracy must be addressed and expunged from my credit report without delay : 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 2025-04-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Closing your account — Company closed your account
Company: ALLY FINANCIAL INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Ally Bank Credit Card regarding the unexpected closure of my Ally credit card account without proper notice for non-activity ( XXXX-2025 ). 

I was overseas for the past year and had no access to physical mail. My account was enrolled in paperless statements and communications, so I expected any critical notices especially something as important as account closure to be sent via email. Unfortunately, that did not happen. 

I only found out about the closure through a credit report alert, not through Ally directly. 

When I contacted Ally ( XXXX2025 ), the representative said they mailed a notice about a month ago. I explained my situation, including being abroad and relying on email, but they still refused to reinstate the account. I find this unacceptable and inconsistent with their own digital communication settings. 

I'm certain when an account is past due or there's a risk of late payment, Ally will be quick to send emails, text messages, and even phone calls. So why isn't the same urgency applied when theyre about to close your account? 

Whats even worse is that I have been a valued customer with multiple loans through Ally in the past years and Ive paid them off in full, years ahead of schedule. This is how Im treated in return? Its incredibly disappointing and feels like a lack of appreciation for loyalty and responsible financial behavior. 

It seems selective and unfair that Ally defaults to physical mail for account closure notices, even when a customer is clearly enrolled in paperless communication, especially considering the global nature of many of their clients. 

This has negatively impacted my credit, and I believe Ally failed to uphold fair notification practices. I respectfully request CFPB to look into this matter and hold Ally accountable for inconsistent and misleading communication policies.

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 2025-04-15 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:
i have submitted disputes to you and i didnt get response within 30 days and ya 'll are required by law to do so. Please investigtes my disputes, please. Thank you.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-15 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: NV

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally request the prompt removal of inaccurate information from my credit report. Upon review, I discovered this instances of fraudulent data that I have no association with. This discovery is deeply concerning, and I insist on immediate action to rectify this matter. This inaccuracy must be addressed and expunged from my credit report without delay : 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 XXXXXXXX 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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-15 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: American Credit Acceptance, LLC
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am demanding the permanent deletion of an auto loan account reported by American Credit Acceptance due to repeated violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA 623, 611, 605B ) and Metro 2 reporting standards. 

The account was charged off in XXXX but continues to report charge-offs through XXXX, which is illegal re-aging and misreporting. Despite sending formal disputes, supporting documents, and a Cease & Block demand, American Credit Acceptance has not corrected or deleted the account. This has caused serious damage to my credit score, financial opportunities, and emotional well-being.

I submitted a formal dispute package including a sworn affidavit, declaration of harm, and a complete documentation set showing that this account is unverifiable and in violation of multiple sections of the FCRA and Metro 2.

I am requesting permanent deletion of this tradeline and full accountability.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Upon review the files, it comes to the attention that there is an Error of FALSE information about a XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. I have No acknowledgment nor given consent permission to anyone in the institution to use my personal information to obtain or open the account to made unauthorized charges. I have reach out to the institution regarding about this matter and made sure the account open without my permission to be closed, remove and delete. 
As a Matter of rights under FCRA law to be in compliance, furnish-er of False information must provide any documentation that bears its original owners signature authorization and consent within 5 business days, failure to do so in the essence of time period must have the false information delete or remove before the matter is taken to the court because of Predatory Practice by the institution and the furnish-er of False information. Please taken step necessary to remove and delete prevent any account opened under owners personals information without permission nor consent.

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 2025-04-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Upon review the files, it comes to the attention that there is an Error of FALSE information about a XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. I have No acknowledgment nor given consent permission to anyone in the institution to use my personal information to obtain or open the account to made unauthorized charges. I have reach out to the institution regarding about this matter and made sure the account open without my permission to be closed, remove and delete. 
As a Matter of rights under FCRA law to be in compliance, furnish-er of False information must provide any documentation that bears its original owners signature authorization and consent within 5 business days, failure to do so in the essence of time period must have the false information delete or remove before the matter is taken to the court because of Predatory Practice by the institution and the furnish-er of False information. Please taken step necessary to remove and delete prevent any account opened under owners personals information without permission nor consent.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-15 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.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
My credit matters a lot to me and so, I took a look at my credit report and found some big mistakes that are really hurting my score. Im really worried about the mistakes on my credit report. These inaccuracies have been stressing me out and its affecting everything, from loan options to higher interest rates, to my ability to secure new credit. Ive worked hard to build my credit, and its just frustrating to see it impacted by errors that arent my fault. I need you to make sure all this information is 100 % correct. These mistakes are taking a toll on my credit and my life, and I need it taken care of now. I'm getting really worried and want this resolved as soon as possible because I dont want to wait for any more damage to be done.

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 2025-04-14 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
Midland Credit Management has illegally obtained my personal information Name : XXXX XXXX from a company without consent of the consumer in order to sell personal private information. I have disputed this account and have not received any information that has verified accuracy. The reporting status violates this company not sending me a 1099-C form and conspires to tax fraud 18 USC 1028 Fraud and related activity in connection with identification features, and information knowingly and without lawful authority. The malicious intent of willful noncompliance causing damage to my consumer financial reputation without legal justification. Failing to provide proper forms falls under The False Claims Act, please cease and desist all communication in regards to this account to this account. I have not received the accounting on this account which is unfair practices 15 USC 1692f. Please deleted account from your records.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
My accounts was never late! I have had exceptional payment history with XXXX XXXX and all payments were placed on Autopay. This late payment that is reporting is a result on a systematic error on their end processing my payment. This was clearly a billing error made my the company and is not a reflection of my payment experience which violates USC Code 1681eb. This error has caused severe hard to my reputation, my character, my mode of living and to my family! I demand the late payment reported to be removed/updated. They are not in compliance with the following law. 15 USC 1666b and its requirements set the standards and the guidance for a creditor to treat a payment as late, yet they are reporting a payment as late and they did not comply with the law! 15 USC 1666b ( a ) Time to make payments A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose, unless the creditor has adopted reasonable procedures designed to ensure that each periodic statement including the information required by section 1637 ( b ) of this title is mailed or delivered to the consumer not later than 21 days before the payment due date. I have requested proof that this information was mailed or delivered 21 days before the payment due date and this information was requested in good faith pursuant rule 1002 and It was never provided. This is unfair, illegal, fraudulent, and not equitable to me as a consumer!

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-15 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: LA

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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-15 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Dealing with your lender or servicer — Received bad information about your loan
Company: Maximus Federal Services, Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I was given student loan without full disclosure. I am a victim of data breach. I need the student loan deleted and absolved.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-15 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I understand the importance of removing any incorrect information from my credit report according to FCRA 605B. Could you please review the attached documents? I've observed discrepancies in several accounts, which is quite concerning to me.

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 2025-04-14 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint to request the deletion of a specific account from my credit report with TransUnion Consumer Solutions due to inaccurate and inconsistent information, based on my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ). 
Details of the Account in Dispute : Account Number : XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX Creditor Name : XXXX  XXXX, XXXX Incorrect information identified in reports from all three credit bureaus. 
Legal Grounds for Information Deletion : Right to Accurate Information ( FCRA, Section 609 - 15 U.S.C. 1681g ) : I request that the authenticity of this account be manually verified with the original creditor, rather than relying on the automated e-OSCAR system, and that I receive a detailed explanation of the verification process.

Reinvestigation of Disputed Information ( FCRA, Section 611 - 15 U.S.C. 1681i ) : Under this section, I demand a full reinvestigation of the account and immediate correction of any inaccurate information.

Deletion of Inaccurate or Unverified Information ( FCRA, Section 611 ( 5 ) - 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( 5 ) ) : In accordance with the FCRA, if the information can not be verified, it must be removed from the report.

Responsibility of Information Furnishers ( FCRA, Section 623 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) - 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) ) : The creditors inability to validate this information warrants its removal.

Compliance with Accuracy Procedures ( FCRA, Section 607 - 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ) ) : The inaccuracy in my report suggests a failure to adhere to required accuracy procedures.

Permissible Purposes for Access ( FCRA, Section 604 - 15 U.S.C. 1681b ) : I request confirmation that access to my report was legitimate. If it was not, I request the removal of any unauthorized data.

Truth in Lending Act ( TILA, Section 1601 - 15 U.S.C. 1601 ) : TILA reinforces my right to accurate information, and the presence of this inaccurate account contradicts that right.

Supporting Case Law : In Cortez v. Trans Union, LLC ( 617 F.3d 688 ), the responsibility of credit bureaus to adequately investigate consumer disputes is emphasized. Dennis v. BEH-1, LLC further reinforces the obligation to maintain reasonable procedures to ensure accuracy.

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 2025-04-15 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
When I reviewed my credit report, I discovered that some of the information was erroneous. The 3 credit bureaus must validate these accounts in line with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not authorized to fail to validate this reporting account as unverified information without providing any proof within the period allowed by law. The following account need to investigate and correct for erroneous reporting in my file and are listed on my credit report : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NJ XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NJ XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX CO XXXX Balance : {$2700.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation