vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-12 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
See the attached documents. I want the bureau to start the investigation on these accounts that I am never late for but they're reporting me as late.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-12 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card — Application denied
Company: U.S. BANCORP
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
US Bank sent me a confirmed offer to apply for a Business credit card. When i applied, the application is rejected. Why in the world, US Bank sent this kind of unsolicited offers when they are going to reject the application?

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 2023-09-12 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:
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. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX has violated my rights. Or 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-12 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: WA

Complaint narrative:
Despite multiple attempts, I have been unable to resolve the issue of fraudulent inquiries appearing on my consumer report. These inquiries are not associated with me in any way, and I bear no responsibility for them. Their presence has caused significant mental and financial distress. As a victim of identity theft, I have no alternative but to consider legal action if this matter is not appropriately addressed. These inaccurate and fraudulent items on my consumer report have hindered my ability to purchase my dream house and provide for my family 's needs. The impact on my financial well-being has been substantial. For your reference, I have attached a copy of the letter I previously sent to the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), which outlines this issue and seeks resolution.

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 2023-09-12 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: WA

Complaint narrative:
Despite multiple attempts, I have been unable to resolve the issue of fraudulent inquiries appearing on my consumer report. These inquiries are not associated with me in any way, and I bear no responsibility for them. Their presence has caused significant mental and financial distress. As a victim of identity theft, I have no alternative but to consider legal action if this matter is not appropriately addressed. These inaccurate and fraudulent items on my consumer report have hindered my ability to purchase my dream house and provide for my family 's needs. The impact on my financial well-being has been substantial. For your reference, I have attached a copy of the letter I previously sent to the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), which outlines this issue and seeks resolution.

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 2023-09-12 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: SC

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. 

1, XXXX XXXX Acct # XXXX 2, XXXX XXXX Acct # XXXX 3, XXXX XXXX XXXX Acct # XXXX 4, XXXX XXXX  Acct # XXXX 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have a 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 items 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 furnished any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if th person knows or has cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

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 2023-09-12 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
I did not initiate these inquiries, and I believe they are fraudulent. I am requesting that you take appropriate action to investigate and remove them from my credit report. I have attached the necessary documents to support my claim.

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 2023-09-12 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:
According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, specifically 15 USC 1681 Section 602 ( a ), it is imperative that consumer reporting agencies conduct their responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and a profound respect for consumers ' right to privacy. Equifax and XXXX, being consumer reporting agencies, hold a significant role in safeguarding our private information. 

Under 15 USC 6801, it is the Congress 's policy that financial institutions must continually respect their customers ' privacy and protect the confidentiality of their nonpublic personal information. The term " Furnisher of information to credit agencies '' falls under the definition of a financial institution within this framework.

Additionally, 15 USC 1681 Section 604 ( a ) ( 2 ) specifies that a consumer reporting agency can furnish a consumer report solely in accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it pertains. Neither the financial institution ( Furnisher of information to credit agencies ) nor the consumer reporting agencies, Equifax and XXXX, have obtained my written consent to furnish this information. Therefore, all forms of consent, whether verbal, non-verbal, written, implied, or otherwise, are hereby revoked.

Furthermore, 15 USC 6802 ( b ) ( c ) dictates that a financial institution can not disclose nonpublic personal information to a nonaffiliated third party without providing the consumer an explanation of how they can exercise their nondisclosure option. Regrettably, ( Furnisher of information to credit agencies ) never informed me of this right to exercise nondisclosure.

In direct violation of 15 USC 1681C ( a ) ( 5 ), Equifax and XXXX are reporting adverse account information without my permission, which is prohibited by law. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1681s2 ( A ) ( 1 ) clearly states that any person should not furnish information to a consumer reporting agency if they know or have reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Equally important, 15 U.S. Code 1681e mandates that every consumer reporting agency must maintain reasonable procedures to avoid violations of Section 1681c and to limit the furnishing of consumer reports to the purposes listed under Section 1681b. Equifax and XXXX appear to be falling short in maintaining these reasonable procedures. 

Lastly, as per 12 CFR 1016.7, a consumer retains the right to opt out at any time. I am formally opting out of your reporting services.

Account Name XXXX  XXXX. Account Number. XXXX Account Name XXXX XXXX XXXX. Account Number. XXXXXXXX XXXXAccount Name XXXX. Account Number XXXX Account Name XXXX  XXXX XXXX . Account Number. XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-12 00:00:00
Product: Vehicle loan or lease — Loan
Issue: Managing the loan or lease — Loan sold or transferred to another company
Company: Westlake Services, LLC
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
This Company Has Put on my credit debt collector threatening for me to pay them when their not my lein holder nor loan agency nor finance agency my car was purchased and financed with US AUTOSALES. already made payments they started my finance over as If I hadnt made any payments. Money I didnt have to throw away. They started my lease over that is NOT RIGHT. US AUTOSALES IS WHO THEY SAY IS IN DEBT I SHOULD NOT SUFFER FOR THAT. WESTLAKE IS A DEBT COLLECTOR NOT A FINACE

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-12 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: FL

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. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX. 
Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX has violated my rights. Or 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-12 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Despite multiple attempts, I have been unable to resolve the issue of fraudulent inquiries appearing on my consumer report. These inquiries are not associated with me in any way, and I bear no responsibility for them. Their presence has caused significant mental and financial distress. As a victim of identity theft, I have no alternative but to consider legal action if this matter is not appropriately addressed. These inaccurate and fraudulent items on my consumer report have hindered my ability to purchase my dream house and provide for my family 's needs. The impact on my financial well-being has been substantial. For your reference, I have attached a copy of the letter I previously sent to the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), which outlines this issue and seeks resolution.

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 2023-09-12 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Despite multiple attempts, I have been unable to resolve the issue of fraudulent inquiries appearing on my consumer report. These inquiries are not associated with me in any way, and I bear no responsibility for them. Their presence has caused significant mental and financial distress. As a victim of identity theft, I have no alternative but to consider legal action if this matter is not appropriately addressed. These inaccurate and fraudulent items on my consumer report have hindered my ability to purchase my dream house and provide for my family 's needs. The impact on my financial well-being has been substantial. For your reference, I have attached a copy of the letter I previously sent to the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), which outlines this issue and seeks resolution.

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 2023-09-12 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Trouble accessing funds in your mobile or digital wallet — 
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I received an email from paypal on XX/XX/ that my account was permanently restricted. They claimed " We noticed activity in your account thats inconsistent with our User Agreement and we no longer offer you PayPal services '' even though when I call they won't give me an explanation as to exactly what the " activity '' was that was against their user agreement and I spoke to 5 different customer service agents. They all gave me different reasons from my account was linked to other accounts with suspicious activity, I had too many large suspicious transactions ( even though you can clearly see in my transactions eveywhere I spent money and they are all legitimate businesses ), another said I had other accounts in my name ( which I only have 1 account this one ) and another told me that they dont have to give me a reason if they no longer want to do business with me they dont have to?? My issue isnt even the ability to use paypal at this point I don't even want to use there services and would caution anyone I know to never keep a balance in their account. Paypal is holding the {$6700.00} I have in my account. They sent this message in the email " Any bank or credit card information linked to your PayPal account can not be removed nor can it be used to create a new account. You can still log in and see your account information but you cant send or receive money. Any money in your balance will be held for 180 days, after which well send you an email with instructions about transferring your money. '' How can a company not give a legitimate reason and take your money and say you can't have it back for 6 months? I am a XXXX person on a fixed income from social security XXXX and that money was supposed to be used to pay off my vehicle loan so I don't have to struggle each month to pay my bills. Now I have no idea when or if I'll get my money back? I don't even know how this is legal?

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-12 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
ACCORDING TO 15 USC 1681I - XXXX, EQUIFAX, AND XXXX HAVE 30 DAYS TO INVESTIGATE AND SEND ME THE RESULTS. 

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. These accounts violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 



XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX IDENTITY THEFT XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX -- IDENTITY THEFT XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX IDENTITY THEFT XXXX XXXX XXXX  # XXXX -- IDENTITY THEFT UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRY : XXXX XX/XX/2023 XXXX 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 of the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-12 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
My wages were garnished by XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/2018. The amount of judgment was XXXX  XXXXThe company has the following address on file with the following reporting agencies : The XXXX address for XXXX is : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  The XXXX address for XXXX is : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Phone Number ( XXXX ) XXXX The TransUnion address for XXXX is : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX I attempted to contact XXXX to correct the issue. They would not return my contact or resolve the issue. XXXX went through XXXX XXXX to garnish the wages. XXXX nor XXXX XXXX has acted properly. The account showing it has not been paid off impacts my credit, life, employment, and peace of mind.

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 2023-09-12 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
My wages were garnished by XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/2018. The amount of judgment was XXXX XXXXThe company has the following address on file with the following reporting agencies : The Equifax address for XXXX is : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX The XXXX address for XXXX is : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Phone Number ( XXXX ) XXXX The XXXX address for XXXX is : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX I attempted to contact XXXX to correct the issue. They would not return my contact or resolve the issue. XXXX went through XXXX XXXX to garnish the wages. XXXX nor XXXX XXXX has acted properly. The account showing it has not been paid off impacts my credit, life, employment, and peace of mind.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-12 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
There are two account that are old and past seven years old. The first one is XXXX and the other is XXXX XXXX. I first did XXXXwo disputes with all credit bureaus and they refuse to remove the outdated files. I then reached out to both credit lenders and XXXX XXXX agreed to remove the account. This has not happened and its been over thirty days. I reached out to XXXX XXXX for XXXX and actually spoke to a live person that stated that they no longer had my account information in their database and could not assist me any further. I then filed another dispute with all three bureaus without any results except the usual response '' please reach out to the lender ''. Both creditors have zero balances and was closed due to inactivity over eight or nine years ago. I need help in removing this outdated information. I did everything possible with all three bureaus before contacting this agency. Please help me resolve this never-ending issue.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-12 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:
There are two account that are old and past seven years old. The first one is XXXX and the other is XXXX XXXX. I first did two disputes with all credit bureaus and they refuse to remove the outdated files. I then reached out to both credit lenders and XXXX XXXX agreed to remove the account. This has not happened and its been over thirty days. I reached out to XXXX XXXX for XXXX and actually spoke to a live person that stated that they no longer had my account information in their database and could not assist me any further. I then filed another dispute with all three bureaus without any results except the usual response '' please reach out to the lender ''. Both creditors have zero balances and was closed due to inactivity over eight or nine years ago. I need help in removing this outdated information. I did everything possible with all three bureaus before contacting this agency. Please help me resolve this never-ending issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief