vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Other features, terms, or problems — Problem with balance transfer
Company: SOFI TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I submitted a balance transfer to XXXX over XXXX weeks ago. XXXX has billed my account for the total balance of the transfer amount, but the recipient institution has not received any of the funds. I have reached out to XXXX on multiple occasions now to ask when the other institution will receive the funds and the response has been " XXXX business days. '' This transfer has far exceeded the XXXX business days as quoted. This balance is now being carried on XXXX cards while XXXX waits to transfer these funds. I have contacted XXXX to request a firm date when this will be resolved, but the agent stated they are unable to provide any such time frame. I requested any identifiable information from the agent to log my interaction with them, such as an XXXX ID or Representative XXXX, but the agent refused- providing only the name " XXXX. '' I have requested to be contacted with more information related to the processing of this balance transfer request, but the agent stated that they can not confirm if or when I will be contacted by anyone. I have requested documents related to this specific balance transfer request, including total amount requested and date that XXXX received the request, but was referred to a general card member agreement. I have requested that XXXX cancel this balance transfer request due to their inability to complete it in a timely manner and the request was denied. I requested instructions on how to escalate this request, but was referred to a general chat support and phone number. At the time of writing, XXXX is unable to tell me whether these funds have been transferred and is not able to provide any sort of resolution time frame.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Managing, opening, or closing your mobile wallet account — 
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
My bussiness account has been block permanent. 
XXXX just becouse i try to buy the label for send the item to my custumer the system place a temporaly block on my account. 
I never has any dispute I never open any issue with my account. 
Everything was clear without issue. 
My bank was already confirmed I running my bussines and this is fustrated after being good seller and nice history your system try to kill my bussiness. 

I submit the correct information and the system block me permanent. 

Please help me with the issue please. 
I m being doing really good with my bussines and i dont want lose this payment processor. 

XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint because TransUnion is reporting inaccurate and unverifiable information on my credit report. On XX/XX/year>, I identified several accounts that I believe are either outdated, not mine, or can not be verified under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Incorrect Personal XXXX XXXX XXXX - Incorrect Personal XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Incorrect Personal XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  - Incorrect Personal XXXX - Incorrect Personal XXXX XXXX XXXX - Incorrect Personal XXXX XXXX XXXX - Incorrect Personal I submitted a formal dispute to TransUnion requesting that these accounts be fully investigated and removed if not verified with proper documentation. However, I did not receive a meaningful investigation or verification, and the inaccurate information remains on my report.

I am requesting the CFPB 's assistance to ensure TransUnion complies with federal law, specifically sections 1681i ( reinvestigation of disputed information ) and 1681b ( permissible purpose ). My goal is to have any unverifiable, inaccurate, or unauthorized accounts permanently deleted from my file.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
You have reported inaccurate and unauthorized accounts on my credit report, which is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681i ) requiring a proper reinvestigation of disputed items, and 1681e ( b ), which mandates maximum possible accuracy. These false entries are damaging and unjust, especially since Ive never opened or authorized these accounts. If you fail to investigate and correct this, I may pursue legal action under the FCRA and FDCPA ( 15 U.S. Code 1692e ) for deceptive and misleading reporting.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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:
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.

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 public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: LEXISNEXIS
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
My personal information was exposed to LexisNexis data breach and my identity was stolen and I do not recognize this account below. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account number XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
This problem is seriously affecting my peace of mind and sleep. Considering my reliable payment history, I kindly urge you to update my account without delay to relieve this stress.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally request a detailed explanation of the procedures your agency followed to verify the accuracy and completeness of the information currently under dispute, pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 7 ) Method of Verification.

Under this section of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I am entitled to a clear and complete description of the reinvestigation process, including the name, address, and, if reasonably available, the telephone number of any furnisher of information that was contacted in connection with the disputed item.

Please provide this information within 15 days of receiving this request, as required by federal law and your obligations under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: MS

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

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

XXXX XXXX XXXX section XXXX A. XXXX I have the right to privacy. 

XXXX XXXX section XXXX A Section XXXX : XXXX a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX ( a ) ( XXXX ) XXXX States : no consumer reporting agency XXXX 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 XXXX  years. 

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

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) : You have the right to dispute any information on your credit report that is inaccurate, incomplete, outdated, or unverifiable.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am a survivor of XXXX XXXX, and during the period of my exploitation, my personal and financial information was used without my consent. As a result, fraudulent accounts and debts were accrued in my name. I kindly request that you review my credit report with this context in mind and take the necessary steps to rectify any inaccuracies or fraudulent activities that have occurred. I have attached documentation from relevant authorities and organizations that can verify my situation.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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 recently discovered that my account was marked as late open and charged off due to payment issues I was unaware of. After reviewing my records, I believe there may have been misunderstandings or missed payments that could have been resolved. As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), it is my understanding that any inaccurate information or unresolved disputes should be addressed promptly. I respectfully request a thorough review of the account and its status, as the details provided seem inconsistent with my records.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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 recently discovered that my account was marked as late open and charged off due to payment issues I was unaware of. After reviewing my records, I believe there may have been misunderstandings or missed payments that could have been resolved. As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), it is my understanding that any inaccurate information or unresolved disputes should be addressed promptly. I respectfully request a thorough review of the account and its status, as the details provided seem inconsistent with my records.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: MO

Complaint narrative:
Consumer Reporting Agencies play a crucial role in gathering and assessing consumer credit information. However, they must exercise their responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and respect for the consumers right to privacy. The banking system relies on accurate and fair credit reporting, and when these reporting methods are unfair, it undermines public trust, which is vital for the system 's stability. I never gave my explicit, written consent for these agencies to report my information, which is a violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ). This violation has led to an alleged case of identity theft, breaching 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. The accounts in question are not related to any transactions made by me. 

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act was created to ensure that laws and procedures are in place to protect consumers from abusive, deceptive, and unfair practices by debt collectors. In this case, the company has violated 15 U.S. Code 1692f, which prohibits debt collectors from using unfair or unconscionable means to collect a debt. Specifically, they can not collect any amounts that arent explicitly authorized by the agreement or allowed by law. Additionally, the company has violated 15 U.S. Code 1692e, which prohibits the use of false, deceptive, or misleading representations in debt collection efforts. This includes using deceptive methods to collect a debt or gather consumer information. Moreover, they are forbidden from contacting consumers at inconvenient times or places, or engaging in behavior that harasses or abuses consumers.

In this case, the company has harassed me by claiming I owe a debt that I do not recognize as my responsibility. They have also contacted me at inconvenient times and places, in violation of the law. 

Disputed Accounts : XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$0.00} XXXX  XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$0.00} XXXX  - XX/XX/XXXX - {$19.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$0.00} XXXX XXXX  - XX/XX/XXXX - {$12.00} XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$570.00} IXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$210.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$720.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$4100.00} XXXX  XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$530.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  - XX/XX/XXXX - {$0.00} XXXX  - XX/XX/XXXX - {$31000.00} Inquiries XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
Consumer Reporting Agencies play a crucial role in gathering and assessing consumer credit information. However, they must exercise their responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and respect for the consumers right to privacy. The banking system relies on accurate and fair credit reporting, and when these reporting methods are unfair, it undermines public trust, which is vital for the system 's stability. I never gave my explicit, written consent for these agencies to report my information, which is a violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ). This violation has led to an alleged case of identity theft, breaching 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. The accounts in question are not related to any transactions made by me. 

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act was created to ensure that laws and procedures are in place to protect consumers from abusive, deceptive, and unfair practices by debt collectors. In this case, the company has violated 15 U.S. Code 1692f, which prohibits debt collectors from using unfair or unconscionable means to collect a debt. Specifically, they can not collect any amounts that arent explicitly authorized by the agreement or allowed by law. Additionally, the company has violated 15 U.S. Code 1692e, which prohibits the use of false, deceptive, or misleading representations in debt collection efforts. This includes using deceptive methods to collect a debt or gather consumer information. Moreover, they are forbidden from contacting consumers at inconvenient times or places, or engaging in behavior that harasses or abuses consumers.

In this case, the company has harassed me by claiming I owe a debt that I do not recognize as my responsibility. They have also contacted me at inconvenient times and places, in violation of the law. 

Disputed Accounts : XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$0.00} XXXX  XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$0.00} XXXX  - XX/XX/XXXX - {$19.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$0.00} XXXX XXXX  - XX/XX/XXXX - {$12.00} XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$570.00} IXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$210.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$720.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$4100.00} XXXX  XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$530.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  - XX/XX/XXXX - {$0.00} XXXX  - XX/XX/XXXX - {$31000.00} Inquiries XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: SC

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

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

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/year> Recently, I received my credit report from your company. After reviewing it I found that the information you providing on some items contains not only Invalid and incomplete information, but both inaccurate and incorrect information as well. As you know, all incorrect and inaccurate information MUST be IMMEDIATELY REMOVED from my credit report. I attempted to contact the below creditor listed below and received NO response to my request. As per federal law and the FDCPA, regulation under following 15U.S.C. 1792 et seq. 15 U.S.C. 1682g, Validation of Debts, creditors are required to provided this information within 30 days upon request or release the invalidated debt information from my credit report. I am including PROOF that each creditor received the notification more than 30 days ago and DID NOT respond nor did they remove the item listed on my credit report. Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX I attempted to verify this debt and received NO RESPONSE from the above company ( see attached proof of this verification. ) According to FEDERAL LAW, this creditor had 30 days from the date of my request to validate the debt and they failed to provided any information concerning this debt. This debt is NOT mine and needs to be removed immediately from my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief