vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-07 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my concern regarding unauthorized inquiries listed on my recent credit report. After reviewing the report, I have identified the following unauthorized inquiries. These unauthorized inquiries have adversely impacted my credit standing, making it difficult for me to apply for new credit. In light of this, I demand that you remove the listed inquiries immediately. 
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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-07 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I recently submitted a request for an investigation of the disputed accounts, Since I believed Credit Bureaus didnt properly investigate my dispute. Credit Bureau 's records show that it was incorrect. Since the CREDIT BUREAU 's investigation was done improperly, XXXX Credit Bureaus must update the following accounts from my file. 
XXXX OF XXXX XXXX XXXX OF XXXX XXXX XXXX OF 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 2024-02-07 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: CO

Complaint narrative:
Demand to opt out indefinitely. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 15 USC 1681, section 602a underscores the necessity for consumer reporting agencies to carry out their significant duties with fairness, impartiality, and a regard for the consumer 's entitlement to privacy. Equifax and XXXX, recognized as consumer reporting agencies, interface directly with consumers like me. I, as the consumer, possess the fundamental right to safeguard my private information from unwarranted sharing, as substantiated by 15 USC 6801, which underscores Congress 's stance that each financial institution bears an ongoing obligation to uphold the privacy of its clientele and safeguard the confidentiality of their nonpublic personal data. 
Entities furnishing information to credit agencies are categorized as financial institutions under the aforementioned statute. Pertinently, 15 USC 1681, section 604a, subsection 2 outlines that consumer reporting agencies may solely furnish consumer reports in adherence to the explicit written directives of the concerned consumer. Both the financial institution, as the provider of information to credit agencies, and the consumer reporting agencies such as Equifax and XXXX, and XXXX, do not possess my authorization to furnish this information, nor do they have my explicit written consent. Therefore, any consent previously extended to Equifax, XXXX, XXXX, or other entities acting as furnishers of information to credit agencies, whether verbal, non-verbal, written, implied, or otherwise, is hereby revoked. 
Moreover, 15 USC 6802 ( b ) ( c ) dictates that a financial institution must not disclose nonpublic personal information to nonaffiliated third parties unless the consumer is provided with a clear explanation of how they can exercise their right to non-disclosure. Regrettably, the financial institution in question failed to inform me of my right to exercise this option. Additionally, as per 15 USC 1681C ( a ) ( 5 ), no consumer reporting agency may include certain adverse items of information in a consumer report without proper authorization, a provision this account infringes upon.

Under 15 U.S. Code 1681s2 ( A ) ( 1 ), entities are prohibited from furnishing inaccurate information to consumer reporting agencies, yet Equifax and XXXX continue to do so. Furthermore, 15 U.S. Code 1681e mandates that consumer reporting agencies maintain reasonable procedures to prevent violations of section 1681c and restrict the furnishing of consumer reports to the purposes specified under section 1681b, a requirement which Equifax and XXXX seem to neglect. 
Additionally, as outlined in 12 CFR 1016.7, consumers retain the right to opt out of reporting services at any given time. Hence, I am formally exercising my right to opt out of your reporting services effective immediately.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-07 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
This marks my ninth endeavor to dispute the inquiries and erroneous personal data within my credit dossier, stemming from purported identity theft. Once more, I am forwarding identity theft reports numbered # XXXX and # XXXX. Pursuant to FCRA section 605B ( a ) ( 1 ) ( 2 ), you are mandated to expunge any entries in my record resulting from alleged identity theft within four business days of receipt, accompanied by ( 1 ) suitable evidence of consumer identity ; ( 2 ) an identity theft report. Enclosed are the details requiring removal : -- -- -- -- -- XXXX : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NY XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NY XXXX XX/XX/XXXX -- -- -- -- -- EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX NY XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NY XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX FL XXXX XXXX XXXX NY XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX A XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX  XXXX XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX. Please be advised that you have XXXX business days to expunge these inquiries from my credit file, stemming from alleged identity theft. I do not consent to XXXX or any automated verification method.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-07 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
It has come to my attention that my credit with you may have been compromised. Despite submitting an FTC fraud report XXXX XXXXXXXX, it appears that you have failed to remove items from my credit file. As a victim of identity theft, I am once again requesting the removal of inquiries resulting from alleged identity theft. Under FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are obligated to remove such items within four business days after XX/XX/XXXX. This issue was previously raised in my complaint and is reiterated here alongside my new FTC report XXXX  XXXX. Additionally, the information provided regarding these inquiries is unfamiliar to me and has already been removed by other bureaus, casting doubt on its accuracy. Please remove the following inquiries resulting from alleged identity theft : -- -- -- -- XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Failure to remove these listed inquiries will result in legal action. My attorney is fully aware of my intentions and is prepared to hold you accountable for noncompliance. This serves as a final warning.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-07 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: CBC Companies, Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I've observed numerous deviations from mandatory reporting standards, leading me to question the accuracy and completeness of the data in my credit report. Consequently, I refute the allegations against me and challenge you to substantiate your authority to include this incomplete negative information on my credit report.

Pursuant to 15 U.S.C 1681e, consumer reporting agencies are obligated to employ reasonable procedures to ensure the maximum possible accuracy of information in consumer reports. Additionally, as outlined in 12 CFR Part 1022 ( Regulation V ), furnishers are required to provide information that is both integral and accurate, conduct reasonable investigations of consumer disputes, and adhere to XXXX XXXX compliance standards, according to the XXXX. 

Deviation from these standards, as emphasized in the XXXX, jeopardizes the integrity of the data, thereby compromising the accuracy of federally regulated reports. Consequently, I am exercising my rights to challenge these inaccuracies and non-compliant items. Disregarding my demand would signify a lack of concern for my consumer rights. 

It is unjust for you to report information that hasn't been verified for ethical standards and certified reporting compliance. I reiterate my challenge to these claims and request evidence of adherence to proper reporting standards. 

Your actions infringe upon my rights, and I've outlined these concerns in this document. The incomplete and non-compliant nature of your reporting fails to meet my standards in accordance with the law. I insist that you certify all aspects of required XXXX XXXX XXXX truthfully, correctly, and in a timely manner. Failure to do so may compel me to escalate these matters to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and my Attorney General. 

XXXX XXXXXXXX Collection {$430.00} XXXX XXXX-Original Creditor : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Collection {$430.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX | XX/XX/2022

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-07 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: LEXISNEXIS
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I've observed numerous deviations from mandatory reporting standards, leading me to question the accuracy and completeness of the data in my credit report. Consequently, I refute the allegations against me and challenge you to substantiate your authority to include this incomplete negative information on my credit report. 

Pursuant to 15 U.S.C 1681e, consumer reporting agencies are obligated to employ reasonable procedures to ensure the maximum possible accuracy of information in consumer reports. Additionally, as outlined in 12 CFR Part 1022 ( Regulation V ), furnishers are required to provide information that is both integral and accurate, conduct reasonable investigations of consumer disputes, and adhere to XXXX XXXX compliance standards, according to the XXXX. 

Deviation from these standards, as emphasized in the XXXX, jeopardizes the integrity of the data, thereby compromising the accuracy of federally regulated reports. Consequently, I am exercising my rights to challenge these inaccuracies and non-compliant items. Disregarding my demand would signify a lack of concern for my consumer rights. 

It is unjust for you to report information that hasn't been verified for ethical standards and certified reporting compliance. I reiterate my challenge to these claims and request evidence of adherence to proper reporting standards. 

Your actions infringe upon my rights, and I've outlined these concerns in this document. The incomplete and non-compliant nature of your reporting fails to meet my standards in accordance with the law. I insist that you certify all aspects of required XXXX XXXX compliance truthfully, correctly, and in a timely manner. Failure to do so may compel me to escalate these matters to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and my Attorney General. 

XXXX XXXX Collection {$430.00} XXXX XXXX-Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Collection {$430.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-07 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
Im submitting a complaint to you today to inform you I was the victim of identity theft. I researched how to remove the fraudulent items in my report and found that I need to visit FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION or XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX to file a report Per FCRA section 605b Credit Reporting Agencies are required to remove/block any items listed on an ID theft report. Please find the ATTACHED documents to assist in the blocking of the erroneous information that is being posted to my report. 
Here is the list of items that do not belong to me or were opened without my permission. 
XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX NC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX NC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX NC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX NC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$520.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX  ( Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) XXXX Balance : {$720.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  According to FCRA Section 605B ( a ) the CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES shall block any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt.

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 2024-02-07 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
Im submitting a complaint to you today to inform you I was the victim of identity theft. I researched how to remove the fraudulent items in my report and found that I need to visit FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION or XXXX XXXX XXXX to file a report Per FCRA section 605b Credit Reporting Agencies are required to remove/block any items listed on an ID theft report. Please find the ATTACHED documents to assist in the blocking of the erroneous information that is being posted to my report. 
Here is the list of items that do not belong to me or were opened without my permission. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX NC XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NC XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX ) XXXX Balance : {$520.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) XXXX Balance : {$720.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX According to FCRA Section 605B ( a ) the CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES shall block any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than XXXX business days after the date of receipt.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-07 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I've observed numerous deviations from mandatory reporting standards, leading me to question the accuracy and completeness of the data in my credit report. Consequently, I refute the allegations against me and challenge you to substantiate your authority to include this incomplete negative information on my credit report. 

Pursuant to 15 U.S.C 1681e, consumer reporting agencies are obligated to employ reasonable procedures to ensure the maximum possible accuracy of information in consumer reports. Additionally, as outlined in 12 CFR Part 1022 ( Regulation V ), furnishers are required to provide information that is both integral and accurate, conduct reasonable investigations of consumer disputes, and adhere to Metro 2 compliance standards, according to the XXXX. 

Deviation from these standards, as emphasized in the XXXX, jeopardizes the integrity of the data, thereby compromising the accuracy of federally regulated reports. Consequently, I am exercising my rights to challenge these inaccuracies and non-compliant items. Disregarding my demand would signify a lack of concern for my consumer rights. 

It is unjust for you to report information that hasn't been verified for ethical standards and certified reporting compliance. I reiterate my challenge to these claims and request evidence of adherence to proper reporting standards. 

Your actions infringe upon my rights, and I've outlined these concerns in this document. The incomplete and non-compliant nature of your reporting fails to meet my standards in accordance with the law. I insist that you certify all aspects of required FCRA/Metro 2 compliance truthfully, correctly, and in a timely manner. Failure to do so may compel me to escalate these matters to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and my Attorney General. 

XXXX XXXX Collection {$430.00} XXXX XXXX-Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Collection {$430.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-07 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: National Consumer Telecom & Utilities Exchange, Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I've observed numerous deviations from mandatory reporting standards, leading me to question the accuracy and completeness of the data in my credit report. Consequently, I refute the allegations against me and challenge you to substantiate your authority to include this incomplete negative information on my credit report. 

Pursuant to 15 U.S.C 1681e, consumer reporting agencies are obligated to employ reasonable procedures to ensure the maximum possible accuracy of information in consumer reports. Additionally, as outlined in 12 CFR Part 1022 ( Regulation V ), furnishers are required to provide information that is both integral and accurate, conduct reasonable investigations of consumer disputes, and adhere to XXXX XXXX compliance standards, according to the XXXX. 

Deviation from these standards, as emphasized in the XXXX, jeopardizes the integrity of the data, thereby compromising the accuracy of federally regulated reports. Consequently, I am exercising my rights to challenge these inaccuracies and non-compliant items. Disregarding my demand would signify a lack of concern for my consumer rights. 

It is unjust for you to report information that hasn't been verified for ethical standards and certified reporting compliance. I reiterate my challenge to these claims and request evidence of adherence to proper reporting standards. 

Your actions infringe upon my rights, and I've outlined these concerns in this document. The incomplete and non-compliant nature of your reporting fails to meet my standards in accordance with the law. I insist that you certify all aspects of required XXXX XXXX XXXX truthfully, correctly, and in a timely manner. Failure to do so may compel me to escalate these matters to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and my Attorney General. 

XXXX XXXX Collection {$430.00} XXXX XXXXOriginal Creditor : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Collection {$430.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-02-07 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I have a goal of getting a house as soon as possible but the stuff on my credit report will really put me in trouble.My name and all other information doesnt seem to look exactly the same on my ID and other documents. I have attached the letters and ID Docs for you to be able to update my personal information. I know these are just personal information but these things will definitely help a lot if updated.

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 2024-02-07 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
It has come to my attention that my credit with you may have been compromised. Despite submitting an FTC fraud report # XXXX, it appears that you have failed to remove items from my credit file. As a victim of identity theft, I am once again requesting the removal of inquiries resulting from alleged identity theft. Under FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are obligated to remove such items within four business days after XXXX XXXX XXXX. This issue was previously raised in my complaint and is reiterated here alongside my new FTC report # XXXX. Additionally, the information provided regarding these inquiries is unfamiliar to me and has already been removed by other bureaus, casting doubt on its accuracy. Please remove the following inquiries resulting from alleged identity theft : -- -- -- -- EXPERIAN : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. Failure to remove these listed inquiries will result in legal action. My attorney is fully aware of my intentions and is prepared to hold you accountable for noncompliance. This serves as a final warning.

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