vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 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: UT

Complaint narrative:
In XX/XX/year>, I discovered multiple unauthorized inquiries and inaccurate collection accounts on my credit report. These entries were made without my knowledge or consent, and they violate my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681b ( c ) and 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2.

XXXX XXXX XXXX Unauthorized Inquiries : Under 15 U.S.C. 1681b ( c ), a consumer reporting agency may only furnish a consumer report with the explicit authorization of the consumer. The following inquiries were made without my authorization : Unauthorized 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  These inquiries were unauthorized and are negatively affecting my credit score. I have contacted the companies responsible, and they have no record of any authorization from me. This violates the FCRA, and I am requesting immediate removal of these inquiries from my credit report.

# # # Inaccurate Collection Accounts : In addition to unauthorized inquiries, there are several collection accounts on my credit report that are inaccurately reported. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( b ), furnishers of information are required to ensure the accuracy of the information provided. However, these collection accounts have been paid in full or are inaccurately reported and are damaging to my credit : Fraudulent Accounts in Collection : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Despite providing all the necessary documentation and complying with the required procedures, the credit reporting agencies have failed to remove the fraudulent items within the legal time frame. These errors have negatively impacted my credit score and have created undue hardship for me. 

I am seeking your assistance to ensure that these fraudulent items are permanently removed from my credit report and that the credit reporting agencies comply with the obligations set forth by the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

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Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 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: UT

Complaint narrative:
In XX/XX/year>, I discovered multiple unauthorized inquiries and inaccurate collection accounts on my credit report. These entries were made without my knowledge or consent, and they violate my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681b ( c ) and 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2.

# # # Unauthorized Inquiries : Under 15 U.S.C. 1681b ( c ), a consumer reporting agency may only furnish a consumer report with the explicit authorization of the consumer. The following inquiries were made without my authorization : Unauthorized 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 These inquiries were unauthorized and are negatively affecting my credit score. I have contacted the companies responsible, and they have no record of any authorization from me. This violates the FCRA, and I am requesting immediate removal of these inquiries from my credit report. 
# # # Inaccurate Collection Accounts : In addition to unauthorized inquiries, there are several collection accounts on my credit report that are inaccurately reported. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( b ), furnishers of information are required to ensure the accuracy of the information provided. However, these collection accounts have been paid in full or are inaccurately reported and are damaging to my credit : Fraudulent Accounts in Collection : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Despite providing all the necessary documentation and complying with the required procedures, the credit reporting agencies have failed to remove the fraudulent items within the legal time frame. These errors have negatively impacted my credit score and have created undue hardship for me. 

I am seeking your assistance to ensure that these fraudulent items are permanently removed from my credit report and that the credit reporting agencies comply with the obligations set forth by the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

This description provides the CFPB with the details they need to address your dispute. Make sure to adjust the placeholder fields like dates and amounts to match your specific situation. Let me know if you need further modifications!

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: Penn Credit Corporation
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
Statement dated XX/XX/year> However didnt receive it until XX/XX/XXXX As stated .. they specifically note. We accept disputes electronically and may include supporting documents

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Unable to get your credit report or credit score — Other problem getting your report or credit score
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: WA

Complaint narrative:
Just plain can't get into the account to unlock a freeze. Tried everything over the last few days.

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 2024-10-22 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed a copy of my credit report. I was shocked to see that I have been a victim of identity theft. I found numerous accounts on my credit report that were not opened by me. I am in the process of buying a home for my family and this has been hurting me. Please remove these fraudulent accounts and inquiries from my credit report as soon as possible. SEE ATTACHED.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed a copy of my credit report. I was shocked to see that I have been a victim of identity theft. I found numerous accounts on my credit report that were not opened by me. I am in the process of buying a home for my family and this has been hurting me. Please remove these fraudulent accounts and inquiries from my credit report as soon as possible. SEE ATTACHED.

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 2024-10-22 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
Please remove the following Fraudulent hard inquiries from my credit report : The following inquiries are being reported on my consumer file in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, section 1681b ( a ) ( 3 ) ( A ). None of these credit transactions involved the extension of credit to, me, the consumer, although there was intent to use my information in connection therewith. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Here I attach, along with the dispute, my fraud report that I just sent to Experian for the second time so that these questions can be removed, hoping that this time this problem will be completely resolved. 

I demand that the above inquiries be deleted from my credit file because they are causing irreparable harm to my name and good character as well as my overall credit capacity.

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 2024-10-22 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
Please remove the following Fraudulent hard inquiries from my credit report : The following inquiries are being reported on my consumer file in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, section 1681b ( a ) ( 3 ) ( A ). None of these credit transactions involved the extension of credit to, me, the consumer, although there was intent to use my information in connection therewith. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX Here I attach, along with the dispute, my fraud report that I just sent to Experian for the second time so that these questions can be removed, hoping that this time this problem will be completely resolved. 

I demand that the above inquiries be deleted from my credit file because they are causing irreparable harm to my name and good character as well as my overall credit capacity.

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 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem when making payments — Problem during payment process
Company: Avant Holding Company, Inc.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I need my payments deferred for XXXX months because my job was postpone due to XXXX XXXX. I can start paying in XX/XX/year> at the regular payment schedule. 
I was on the phone today, Tuesday, XXXX XXXX with Avant where I was out on hold constantly and told nothing because they were hoping I hang up. I have never been late on a payment. Then the Avant rep hung up on me. I need my payment defer and Avant unlawful practices is not helping. This behavior needs to be reported.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 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:
Consumer Name XXXX XXXX credit XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance XXXX Consumer Name XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/year> Balance XXXX Consumer name XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/year> Balance XXXX consumer name XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  ssn XXXX XXXX XX/XX/year> balance XXXXThese accounts have resulted in several hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. I have listed these fraudulent accounts that are on the report that is being maintained by you. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections, or hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report that is being maintained by you were not opened, made, or initiated by me. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
This is a formal request to XXXX XXXX Services regarding an unresolved issue with a charged-off account. I have not received a Form 1099-C, which is necessary for tax purposes, despite the account 's charged-off status being reported monthly on my credit report. I am expressing concerns about potential violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), as the inaccurate reporting could negatively affect my credit standing. I request prompt correction of the situation by providing the required form and reviewing the accuracy of their reporting practices, emphasizing the importance of addressing this matter promptly.

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 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
This is a formal request to XXXX XXXX Services regarding an unresolved issue with a charged-off account. I have not received a Form 1099-C, which is necessary for tax purposes, despite the account 's charged-off status being reported monthly on my credit report. I am expressing concerns about potential violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), as the inaccurate reporting could negatively affect my credit standing. I request prompt correction of the situation by providing the required form and reviewing the accuracy of their reporting practices, emphasizing the importance of addressing this matter promptly.

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 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Communication tactics — Frequent or repeated calls
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
Phone calls 2 times a day almost daily. Calls at XXXX XXXX  and several times after XXXX. Calls on weekends, even after telling them to stop calling me and that the debt amount is not accurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan — Installment loan
Issue: Struggling to pay your loan — 
Company: Lendmark Financial Services
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
Good Afternoon, After experiencing financial difficulties, I needed to enter a debt relief problem. They reached out to my loan company to try to work with them and at that point the loan company reached to personal reference to discuss my loan. I am the sole person on the loan. There is no cosigner. I called and asked them to work with my company and to not call my personal references as my privacy would be in violation with them discussing my loan with anyone not responsible for the loan. 

I also called their customer service line and asked for a cease and desist of all contact other than with myself and the debt company I am working with. 

Calls have continued to my reference. I also sent a cease and desist email today.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 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: MN

Complaint narrative:
INCORRECT 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

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 2024-10-22 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
UPON ME LOOKING AT MY CREDIT REPORTS I NOTICED A CAR LOAN THAT XXXX MINE

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 2024-10-22 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
UPON ME LOOKING AT MY CREDIT REPORTS I NOTICED A CAR LOAN THAT WASNT MINE

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was paid
Company: TRUIST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
company called service finance company XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX fl XXXX XXXX this company is reporting that on my credit account that i owe them {$31000.00} begining XX/XX/year> and account is charged off but they are still reporting that the account is open. they reported that they have recieved payments from me but they cant give me any proof that i have made any payments. i have request they send me any contract with my signature or proof of payment made by me and i have not recieved and coorespondance from them. they are directly responsible for me not getting loans because of their false reporting. I am currently trying to sell my home and i just found out this company has put a lien on my home and this is stopping and sale that i could have closed 2 times. can someone please get this company off my credit and have them take thier information off my home so that i can sell my home. thank you

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 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Could you please take a moment to review and examine the attached documents? I believe your expertise will be invaluable in ensuring their accuracy and completeness. Your feedback and insights would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter.

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 2024-10-22 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: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I received email notification from XXXX that my credit file had been updated on XX/XX/year> at XXXX AM. I logged in to review the change and saw that Capital One had gotten a copy of my credit report ( hard inquiry ) and that my score had decreased, presumably due to the inquiry. 
I do not have any Capital One accounts and did not initiate or authorize the inquiry. I immediately contacted XXXX through the " Not you? '' link from the credit report on their website. Their fraud department added a fraud alert to my credit report and will notify the other XXXX bureaus to add the fraud alert as well. I also froze my credit report with XXXX and they further advised I should contact Capital One regarding the fraudulent inquiry and contact the other XXXX bureaus to dispute it, and consider freezing my report with both of the other bureaus. 
I called Capital One and spoke with their fraud department and explained that their company had initiated a hard inquiry today and that I did not authorize it, so I wanted to dispute it. I was told that they did not require anything additional from me at this time, as long as I contacted the credit bureaus to dispute the inquiry. 
I logged in to my XXXX and XXXX accounts and froze both reports. I received an email from XXXX requesting that I send them a valid identity theft report along with other identification documents to support my dispute of the inquiry ( thus the reason I am filing this report ). The odd thing here is that only XXXX showed the inquiry as a hard inquiry. XXXX showed XXXX soft inquiries today and XXXX did not show any inquiries today. 
I have frozen all three bureaus out of an abundance of caution and because I know that my SSN was recently involved in an online data breach, a fact I was notified of by XXXX XXXX XXXX that occurred in late XXXX of this year. To my knowledge, no accounts were opened or pending as a result of the inquiry, and no transactions of any monetary value have occurred.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 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: MA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the unavailability of my credit data from your bureau. As a diligent consumer who consistently monitors their credit profile, I am troubled by the recent discovery that vital information seems to be missing from your records. Despite being proactive in managing my finances and ensuring timely payments on all accounts, I have encountered significant hurdles due to the absence of my credit data from your bureau. This has not only caused inconvenience but has also put me in a precarious position, especially concerning recent financial transactions and loan applications. I have made numerous attempts to address this issue through your customer service channels, but regrettably, the resolution process has been slow and ineffective. As a result, I find myself facing unnecessary challenges in accessing essential financial services and opportunities.

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