vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to address the ongoing inaccuracies on my credit report. Despite previous attempts to dispute the following items, they remain unresolved, significantly impacting my ability to obtain credit. I am entitled to monetary compensation under 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 6 ), which requires consumer reporting agencies to notify consumers of the results of reinvestigations within five business days after completion. You failed to correct these errors indicates noncompliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). 


Under the FCRA, if disputed items can not be verified, they must be removed from my report. As per 15 U.S. Code 1681n ( Civil Liability for Willful Noncompliance ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681o ( Civil Liability for Negligent Noncompliance ), your agency may be held liable for failing to comply with federal law. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1692k holds entities accountable for violations related to debt collection. Any continued failure to address these inaccuracies in a timely manner will result in further legal action.

Charge-Off Accounts listed below must be DELETED IMMEDIATELY! due to violations of FDCPA Section 807 ( False and Misleading Representations ) and FCRA 605B ( Identity Theft Claims ). These accounts are falsely reported as charge-offs.

Collection Accounts Collection accounts listed below is in violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( Permissible Purposes of Consumer Reports ). These must be DELETED in my report immediately.

Unauthorized Inquiries listed below were made without my authorization, violating 15 U.S.C. 1681c ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ). They must be deleted from my report.

DELETE THIS ACCOUNTS IN 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 2024-10-24 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
Despite the multiple previous written requests, the unverified accounts listed below still remain on my credit report in violation of Federal Law. You are required under the FCRA to have a copy of the original creditor documentation on file to verify that this information is 100 % true, accurate & correct.

In the results of your first investigation and subsequent reinvestigation ( s ), you stated in writing that you verified that these accounts are being reported correctly? Who verified these accounts? You have NOT provided me a copy of ANY original documentation ( a consumer contract with my signature on it ) as required under Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). Furthermore, you have failed to provide the method of verification as required under Section 611 ( a ) ( 7 ). Please be advised that under Section 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ) of the FCRA you are required to ... promptly CORRECT or DELETE all information which can not be verified.

Section 616 and Section 617 provide me with a remedy which Im about to seek. You are willful non-complying with the FCRA.

Since you claim youve verified the accounts listed below I wanted to confirm my thoughts and contacted the banks directly. They did not provide me with any verifiable proof. So, my question comes up again, WHO VERIFIED THESE ACCOUNTS? I believe you have not verified these accounts based on Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & I will be seeking a legal remedy. 

Please DELETE the accounts, or inaccurate information, from my file immediately 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
I have not authorized anyone to obtain or run my consumer report. XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX- XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX- XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
Despite the multiple previous written requests, the unverified accounts listed below still remain on my credit report in violation of Federal Law. You are required under the FCRA to have a copy of the original creditor documentation on file to verify that this information is 100 % true, accurate & correct. 

In the results of your first investigation and subsequent reinvestigation ( s ), you stated in writing that you verified that these accounts are being reported correctly? Who verified these accounts? You have NOT provided me a copy of ANY original documentation ( a consumer contract with my signature on it ) as required under Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). Furthermore, you have failed to provide the method of verification as required under Section 611 ( a ) ( 7 ). Please be advised that under Section 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ) of the FCRA you are required to ... promptly CORRECT or DELETE all information which can not be verified.

Section 616 and Section 617 provide me with a remedy which Im about to seek. You are willful non-complying with the FCRA.

Since you claim youve verified the accounts listed below I wanted to confirm my thoughts and contacted the banks directly. They did not provide me with any verifiable proof. So, my question comes up again, WHO VERIFIED THIS ACCOUNT? I believe you have not verified these accounts based on Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & I will be seeking a legal remedy. 

Please DELETE the account, or inaccurate information, from my file immediately 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to address the ongoing inaccuracies on my credit report. Despite previous attempts to dispute the following items, they remain unresolved, significantly impacting my ability to obtain credit. I am entitled to monetary compensation under 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 6 ), which requires consumer reporting agencies to notify consumers of the results of reinvestigations within five business days after completion. You failed to correct these errors indicates noncompliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ).

Under the FCRA, if disputed items can not be verified, they must be removed from my report. As per 15 U.S. Code 1681n ( Civil Liability for Willful Noncompliance ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681o ( Civil Liability for Negligent Noncompliance ), your agency may be held liable for failing to comply with federal law. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1692k holds entities accountable for violations related to debt collection. Any continued failure to address these inaccuracies in a timely manner will result in further legal action.

Charge-Off Accounts listed below must be DELETED IMMEDIATELY! due to violations of FDCPA Section 807 ( False and Misleading Representations ) and FCRA 605B ( Identity Theft Claims ). These accounts are falsely reported as charge-offs.

Collection Accounts Collection accounts listed below is in violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( Permissible Purposes of Consumer Reports ). These must be DELETED in my report immediately.

Unauthorized Inquiries listed below were made without my authorization, violating 15 U.S.C. 1681c ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ). They must be deleted from my report.

DELETE THIS ACCOUNTS IN MY CREDIT REPORT IMMEDIATELY!

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to address the ongoing inaccuracies on my credit report. Despite previous attempts to dispute the following items, they remain unresolved, significantly impacting my ability to obtain credit. I am entitled to monetary compensation under 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 6 ), which requires consumer reporting agencies to notify consumers of the results of reinvestigations within five business days after completion. You failed to correct these errors indicates noncompliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). 


Under the FCRA, if disputed items can not be verified, they must be removed from my report. As per 15 U.S. Code 1681n ( Civil Liability for Willful Noncompliance ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681o ( Civil Liability for Negligent Noncompliance ), your agency may be held liable for failing to comply with federal law. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1692k holds entities accountable for violations related to debt collection. Any continued failure to address these inaccuracies in a timely manner will result in further legal action.

Charge-Off Accounts listed below must be DELETED IMMEDIATELY! due to violations of FDCPA Section 807 ( False and Misleading Representations ) and FCRA 605B ( Identity Theft Claims ). These accounts are falsely reported as charge-offs.

Collection Accounts Collection accounts listed below is in violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( Permissible Purposes of Consumer Reports ). These must be DELETED in my report immediately.

Unauthorized Inquiries listed below were made without my authorization, violating 15 U.S.C. 1681c ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ). They must be deleted from my report.

DELETE THIS ACCOUNTS IN 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 2024-10-24 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Rental debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: RentDebt Automated Collections, LLC
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
According to RentDebts website, RentDebt is required by federal regulation to send a validation letter, and we send this letter the day after the account is finalized in our system. This letter must inform the former resident of the accounts status, the name of the original creditor, and provide the individual with a 30-day window to validate the debt, pay the account, or set arrangements. 


I have not received any validation letter or correspondence regarding this debt, which constitutes a violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) and Section 605 ( b ) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

Given these circumstances, I request that you remove this debt from my credit report immediately. If this matter is not resolved promptly, I will be forced to take further action, including filing complaints with the XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), as well as considering legal action. 

Issues Faced 1. Lack of Validation Letter : I have never received a validation letter or any other correspondence from RentDebt regarding the alleged debt. Their failure to provide this essential communication constitutes a violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). 
2. Credit Reporting : Despite not receiving the required validation letter, RentDebt has reported this alleged debt on my credit report. This action is not only premature but also a violation of federal regulations. 

The reporting of this alleged debt has negatively impacted my credit score and creditworthiness. As a result, I have experienced higher interest rates on loans and potential denial of credit opportunities. This situation has caused me significant emotional distress and XXXX.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I'm really not sure what happened. I have mailed off letters to the credit bureaus continuously and thus far I have not gotten a response. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX and I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.

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 2024-10-24 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: HI

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to bring to your attention concerns regarding the handling of accounts with write-offs and to request clarification on the relevant codes and statutes governing these practices. 

Relevant Statutes and Regulations Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) : Under 15 U.S.C. 1681c, accounts that have been charged off must be reported accurately. Information reported must be complete and accurate to avoid misrepresentation on consumers ' credit reports.

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) : According to 15 U.S.C. 1692e, it is unlawful for debt collectors to use false, deceptive, or misleading representations in connection with the collection of any debt. This includes misrepresenting the status of accounts that have been written off.

Consumer Financial Protection Act : The CFPB is empowered to enforce regulations that protect consumers from unfair, deceptive, or abusive acts or practices ( 12 U.S.C. 5531 ).

Treatment of Write-Offs as Income It is important to note that a write-off is often considered cancellation of debt and may be treated as income for tax purposes under the Internal Revenue Code. Specifically, according to IRS guidelines, if a creditor cancels or forgives a debt, the amount canceled is generally considered taxable income ( 26 U.S.C. 61 ). This has significant implications for consumers, as they may face unexpected tax liabilities resulting from debts that have been written off. 

Potential Fines for Non-Compliance Failure to adhere to these regulations can result in significant penalties, including : Fines under the FCRA for inaccurate reporting can reach up to {$1000.00} per violation. 
Under the FDCPA, violations can result in statutory damages of up to {$1000.00} per action, along with potential additional damages for actual losses incurred. 
Request for Clarification I would appreciate clarification on the enforcement of these regulations, particularly regarding the responsibilities of creditors and debt collectors in accurately reporting accounts with write-offs. Additionally, any information on consumer rights related to disputing these inaccuracies would be beneficial. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response.

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 2024-10-24 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: OH

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, XXXX, and Transunion 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I'm really not sure what happened. I have mailed off letters to the credit bureaus continuously and thus far I have not gotten a response. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX reporting misleading information. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.

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 2024-10-24 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I'm really not sure what happened. I have mailed off letters to the credit bureaus continuously and thus far I have not gotten a response. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX reporting misleading information. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
I'm really not sure what happened. I have mailed off letters to the credit bureaus continuously and thus far I have not gotten a response. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX reporting misleading information. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.

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 2024-10-24 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to address the ongoing inaccuracies on my credit report. Despite previous attempts to dispute the following items, they remain unresolved, significantly impacting my ability to obtain credit. I am entitled to monetary compensation under 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 6 ), which requires consumer reporting agencies to notify consumers of the results of reinvestigations within five business days after completion. You failed to correct these errors indicates noncompliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). 


Under the FCRA, if disputed items can not be verified, they must be removed from my report. As per 15 U.S. Code 1681n ( Civil Liability for Willful Noncompliance ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681o ( Civil Liability for Negligent Noncompliance ), your agency may be held liable for failing to comply with federal law. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1692k holds entities accountable for violations related to debt collection. Any continued failure to address these inaccuracies in a timely manner will result in further legal action.

Charge-Off Accounts listed below must be DELETED IMMEDIATELY! due to violations of FDCPA Section 807 ( False and Misleading Representations ) and FCRA 605B ( Identity T
heft Claims ). These accounts are falsely reported as charge-offs.

Collection Accounts Collection accounts listed below is in violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( Permissible Purposes of Consumer Reports ). These must be DELETED in my report immediately.

Unauthorized Inquiries listed below were made without my authorization, violating 15 U.S.C. 1681c ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ). They must be deleted from my report.

DELETE THIS ACCOUNTS IN 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 2024-10-24 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I am not liable for this debt with XXXX XXXX XXXX. I do not nor have I ever had a signed contract with this collection agency trying to collect and who are reporting information to my credit report. They did not provide me with the original contract as requested.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-24 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I am not liable for this debt with XXXX XXXX XXXX. I do not not have I ever had a signed contract with this collection agency trying to collect and who are reporting information to my credit report. They did not provide me with the original contract as requested.

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