vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19 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: CO

Complaint narrative:
Formal Complaint and Request for Investigation and Removal of Unauthorized Charge-Off. 
XXXX XXXX ( {$1600.00} ) EXPERIAN AND XXXX I am formally disputing and requesting the immediate investigation and removal of unauthorized and inaccurately reported charge-off entries by a third-party collection agency from my credit report. These entries have severely affected my financial standing, disqualifying me from securing a home mortgage, an auto loan, or any lines of credit. 
It is critical to highlight that I have never entered into any contractual relationship with this collection agency. Their actions to report on my credit without a direct agreement are not only baseless but also infringe upon my consumer rights, constituting a clear violation of multiple legal standards pertaining to credit reporting and consumer privacy : 1. **Unauthorized Reporting** : The reporting of charge-offs, which are essentially certificates of indebtedness that I have never agreed upon, appears on my credit report without my authorization. This action is in direct violation of the principles that govern lawful credit reporting.

2. **Failure to furnish Form 1099-C** : The collection agency has also failed to provide me with a copy of Form 1099-C concerning the cancellation of debt, which is essential for accurate tax reporting and compliance. This omission has potentially placed me at risk of non-compliance with IRS regulations.

3. **Violation of Privacy Rights** : Under the Privacy Act of 1974 ( 5 U.S. Code 552a ), there is a stringent protection against the unlawful disclosure of personal information. The agency 's action contravenes these legal provisions by disclosing personal financial details without my consent.

4. **No Contractual Relationship** : As I have never signed any form of agreement with the said agency, their report constitutes a direct infringement on my rights as a consumer.

5. **Opt-Out Rights** : In accordance with the provisions of 12 CFR 1016.1, 12 CFR 1016.4, and 12 CFR 1016.7, along with 15 USC 6802 ( b ) and 15 USC 6805, I am formally opting out of all authorizations, whether impliedly granted, for sharing or reporting my credit information.

Given these points, I urge you to act swiftly in investigating these claims and remove the inaccurate charge-off entries from my credit report. I expect a written confirmation of the deletion of these entries. Please understand that I am prepared to take further steps, including legal action, if necessary, to ensure the correction of my credit information and to protect my rights. Thank you for your immediate attention to this serious matter. I look forward to your prompt response and resolution.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am deeply troubled by the presence of this late payment on my account, given my consistent track record of making payments on time. This discrepancy is causing me significant distress, and I implore you to promptly correct this error by removing it from my account.

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 2024-04-19 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement — Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement
Company: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
American Express Credit Card failed to counter fraudulent activities against Merchant XXXX in Dispute Case XXXX. 

A home rental provider on XXXX XXXX abused consumer terms and services, and XXXX XXXX failed to resolve my dispute. I filed the case with American Express under XXXX, and American Express was unable to offer a fair resolution either. 

Case background : XXXX host coerced me for early check-out as a result of my family emergency, and she confirmed that she would refund the remaining days of my monthly stay under the condition that someone had booked the rest of the period. I checked in on XX/XX/XXXX and originally planned to leave on XX/XX/XXXX but had early checked out on XX/XX/XXXX, under her verbal agreements. Someone booked a monthly stay from XX/XX/XXXX to XX/XX/XXXX, and therefore Ive effectively occupied the room for 6 days from XX/XX/XXXX to XX/XX/XXXX, and Im requesting a pro-rated refund for my original purchase of XXXX. XXXX host denied the request, despite she had verbally agreed to the new terms of partial refunds.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Closing an account — Company closed your account
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
My son was due to receive his first tax return and I opted to let him open a venmo teen account to receive his money and start managing his money. Upon his money coming into his account venmo immediately froze my parent account including his. They asked to verify my identity of which I did so. Then out of the blue they closed my account permanently. Now my son 's account is also closed by default. They are holding his money and not giving me any way to recover back his money. That they want to hold it for 180 days. Now, I am stuck because my son is XXXX and we need the money for his treatment. Venmo won't let me withdraw his money as they XXXX the function. I need help recovering back my money and to anyone out there, don't use venmo it is a horrible company. On XXXX XXXX i asked for info.. no response

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX and list of Inquiries. 

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Company 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 2024-04-19 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX and list of Inquiries. 

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Company 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 2024-04-19 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
Please take a look at the attached letters and ID docs for verification that it is I XXXX XXXX XXXX filing this complaint. The stuff on my credit report is wrong and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports i never gave any written consent to report anything on my consumer reports no consent is fraud.

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 2024-04-19 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
Please take a look at the attached letters and ID docs for verification that it is I XXXX XXXX XXXX filing this complaint. The stuff on my credit report is wrong and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports i never gave any written consent to report anything on my consumer reports no consent is fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

Account Name : XXXX  XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXXL Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX  Account Number : XXXX and list of Inquiries. 

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19 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: TRUIST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Florida XXXX [ XXXX XX/XX/24 Regional Acceptance Corporation. 

Dear Sir/Madam, This is a notice to formally dispute the inclusion of an account on my credit report maintained by XXXX and XXXX account number XXXX. Pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq., I am demanding the immediate removal of this account from my credit report. 

The FCRA is federal legislation designed to promote the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of consumer information contained in the files of consumer reporting agencies. It establishes consumers rights to have accurate credit reports and protects against the inclusion of erroneous data, whether willful or negligent. 

Under 15 U.S. Code 6801, financial institutions are obligated to respect the privacy of their customers and safeguard the security and confidentiality of nonpublic personal information. This includes information related to consumers credit history and financial transactions etc late payments/charge offs are transactions and experiences between consumer and a Financial institution. 

Furthermore, 15 U.S.C. 6802 outlines obligations regarding the disclosure of personal information. As part of this dispute, I am requesting copies of any disclosures made regarding my personal information, including those with my wet ink signature, in accordance with this statute. If you cant supply disclosures with my wet ink signature again you must remove account from my consumer reports. 

It is important to note that the provision you cited, 15 U.S.C. 6802 ( e ) ( 6 ) ( A ), does not apply in this situation, as it pertains to scenarios involving fraud or illegal activities. This dispute solely concerns the accuracy and inclusion of information on my credit report, not matters related to fraud or illegal activity. 

I kindly request that you conduct a thorough investigation into this matter and provide written confirmation of the removal of the disputed account from my credit report within the legally mandated timeframe. 

Please treat this communication as a formal dispute under the FCRA and respond accordingly. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, 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 2024-04-19 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: NV

Complaint narrative:
This is my numerous request that you amend this suspicious data. I believe you have violated Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) by failing to verify these items, and I will take legal action against you as a result. This was previously mentioned in my previous COMPLAINT #, and I'm including it once more. Please don't ignore my request to remove these inaccurate items in my file. 
XXXXXXXX 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 2024-04-19 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: DISCOVER BANK
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
After examining my credit report, I've discovered several unauthorized account that have adversely affected my credit standing. I am deeply dismayed by your assumption regarding whether I've been a victim or not. Your authority or legal standing to make such claims is nonexistent. I firmly assert that this account is a consequence of identity theft and demand swift attention and resolution. 


I wish to clarify that I have neither initiated nor authorized the account listed on my credit report. This account has been opened fraudulently, without my knowledge or consent. To address this issue, I have taken the necessary steps to report the suspected identity theft to the relevant authorities, including filing reports. I have also attached a copy of the Identity Theft Report filed with the FTC for your reference. 

I kindly request that you conduct a thorough investigation into the validity of these accounts and take appropriate actions to remove them from my credit report, as they are not the result of any legitimate transaction or credit application made by me. 
DISCOVER BANK XXXX.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19 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:
Subject : Urgent Request for Investigation and Deletion of Incorrect Charge-off Report I am writing to challenge and urgently request the removal of incorrect and unauthorized charge-off entries listed on my credit report by a third-party collection agency. These entries have significantly compromised my financial status, preventing me from obtaining a home mortgage, an auto loan, and additional credit lines. 
It is important to note that I have no contractual ties with this collection agency. Their reporting of charge-offs on my account, which I never authorized, lacks any legal basis and violates several laws concerning credit reporting and consumer privacy : 1. **Unauthorized Reporting** : Charge-offs reported on my credit are without my agreement, constituting a breach of the legal standards governing credit reporting.

2. **Failure to Furnish Form 1099-C** : The agency did not provide the Form 1099-C required for accurate tax reporting, exposing me to potential tax compliance issues.

3. **Privacy Rights Violation** : Reporting my personal financial information without consent is a direct violation of the Privacy Act of 1974 ( 5 U.S. Code 552a ), which safeguards against such unauthorized disclosures.

4. **Absence of Contractual Relationship** : I have never consented to any agreement with this agency, making their report an infringement on my consumer rights.

5. **Opt-Out Rights** : I am officially opting out of all implicit permissions for the sharing or reporting of my credit information, as supported by regulations 12 CFR 1016.1, 12 CFR 1016.4, 12 CFR 1016.7, 15 USC 6802 ( b ), and 15 USC 6805.

Given these concerns, I request a prompt investigation into these inaccuracies and the removal of the disputed entries from my credit report. I expect a written confirmation of these corrections. Please be advised that I am prepared to pursue further actions, including legal remedies, to correct my credit information and defend my rights. 
I appreciate your immediate attention to this critical issue and await your swift response and resolution.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-19 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: CO

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Urgent Request for Investigation and Deletion of Incorrect Charge-off Report I am writing to challenge and urgently request the removal of incorrect and unauthorized charge-off entries listed on my credit report by a third-party collection agency. These entries have significantly compromised my financial status, preventing me from obtaining a home mortgage, an auto loan, and additional credit lines. 
It is important to note that I have no contractual ties with this collection agency. Their reporting of charge-offs on my account, which I never authorized, lacks any legal basis and violates several laws concerning credit reporting and consumer privacy : 1. **Unauthorized Reporting** : Charge-offs reported on my credit are without my agreement, constituting a breach of the legal standards governing credit reporting.

2. **Failure to Furnish Form 1099-C** : The agency did not provide the Form 1099-C required for accurate tax reporting, exposing me to potential tax compliance issues.

3. **Privacy Rights Violation** : Reporting my personal financial information without consent is a direct violation of the Privacy Act of 1974 ( 5 U.S. Code 552a ), which safeguards against such unauthorized disclosures.

4. **Absence of Contractual Relationship** : I have never consented to any agreement with this agency, making their report an infringement on my consumer rights.

5. **Opt-Out Rights** : I am officially opting out of all implicit permissions for the sharing or reporting of my credit information, as supported by regulations 12 CFR 1016.1, 12 CFR 1016.4, 12 CFR 1016.7, 15 USC 6802 ( b ), and 15 USC 6805.

Given these concerns, I request a prompt investigation into these inaccuracies and the removal of the disputed entries from my credit report. I expect a written confirmation of these corrections. Please be advised that I am prepared to pursue further actions, including legal remedies, to correct my credit information and defend my rights. 
I appreciate your immediate attention to this critical issue and await your swift response and resolution.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation