vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Rental debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Rowland Avenue Management, Inc. A/KA Columbia Debt Recovery, LLC d/b/a Genesis
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint due to serious and ongoing violations of my housing rights, credit reporting laws, and fair debt collection protections. 

I previously lived at XXXX XXXX XXXX, managed by XXXX, where I experienced ongoing pest control issues, poor maintenance response, and general neglect of the property. I left the unit because of these severe habitability issues not for arbitrary reasons and my lease break was directly related to the unlivable conditions. 

After I moved out, an alleged balance was sent to XXXX XXXX XXXX. On XX/XX/year>, XXXX informed me that they deleted the debt from their records because they did not have valid information to collect on it. They stated it had been sent back to XXXX. Despite this, the debt is still being used against me through XXXX and rental screening company XXXX. 

XXXX denied me housing based on this disputed debt and my credit history, despite me clearly stating and them acknowledging that I had an active dispute and expected XXXX business days for review before any denial would occur. This premature denial is preventing me from securing safe housing and is causing immediate harm. 

These actions violate my rights under : Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) reporting inaccurate or unverified debt during an active dispute. 
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) continuing to pursue a debt that has been deleted and not validated. 
State-level consumer protection laws unfair and deceptive practices in housing and credit reporting. 

I am requesting the following : XXXX. Immediate removal of this alleged balance from all rental and credit reporting databases. 
XXXX. Immediate notification to all rental screening companies ( including XXXX ) that this debt is invalid and must not be used to deny housing. 
XXXX. Written confirmation from XXXX, XXXX, and any related entities that they have ceased collection and reporting. 

The urgency of this matter can not be overstated I am actively trying to move due to poor conditions at my current apartment, and these unlawful actions are blocking my ability to secure a new lease. I am requesting that this complaint be treated as a priority.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
XXXX is inaccurate I submitted a dispute .. They have the datafurnish as XXXX  court of XXXX XXXX  XXXX I have a letter from the datafurnisher stating they do not report to any credit bureas .. So how can XXXX list them as the datafurnisher per my credit report... The datafurnisher experian has listed stated via letter to me that they do not report to credit bureas .. I am requested experian remove the XXXX  .. Their information is inaccurate and untrue .. XXXX came back and stated the bankruptcy will remain because it was verified " certified ''.. Under 15 U.S.C 1681 EB " The Bureas are legally required to maintain maxium possible accuracy on my credit report ' but how are they accurate if the info they claim was verified by the courthouse wasn't even verified or provided by the courthouse .. That is an inaccuracy which is FCRA VIOLATION

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C.

1681c2 ) that you, the Experian credit reporting agencys block the information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft, and fraud within XXXX business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurateand false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loansand open end unsecured consumer accounts as follows : ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXX, Date Opened : XXXX, Balance : {$7300.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXX, Date Opened : XXXX, Balance : {$460.00} XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX, Date Opened : XXXX, Balance : {$590.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX, Date Opened : XXXX, Balance : {$1200.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX, Date Opened : XXXX, Balance : {$540.00} These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. Ive attached a list of the hard inquiries in question as well as a copy of the consumer FICO credit report maintained by you which shows the said fraudulent items. I do not recognize these accounts, collections and hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made or initiated by me. 
All of the said accounts, collections and hard inquiries are a result of identity theft, and fraud. I have attached a copy of the FTC identity theft criminal complaint case number XXXX, XXXX as proof from the XXXX federal trade commission that all of the aforementioned, consumer credit accounts, collections and hard inquiries are in fact a result of identity, theft, and 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 2025-08-13 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am addressing the issue with regarding the noncompliance. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not, that is considered identity theft. As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act, particularly under 15 U.S.C. 1681n, there exists statutory civil liability for willful noncompliance. This provision stipulates that any person who willfully fails to comply with consumer protection requirements may be liable to the affected consumer for damages, including potential punitive measures and reimbursement of legal costs. This underscores the importance of addressing and rectifying this matter promptly and responsibly.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you -- credit reporting agency, block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. I am concerned about the validity and accuracy of your recent investigation of these accounts that are reporting on my credit report. Last month I requested an investigation because I felt the item was not being reported legally. Couple of days ago I received a letter stating that you have ceased investigation of my credit reports because, in your opinion, you believe that I have used a third party credit repair agency. Not only do I believe this to be a stall tactic on your part to grant you an additional 30 days to comply with my original request, but I believe it to be a blatant violation of the FCRA. 

I have attached a copy of my government issued ID as well as mail showing proof of address. So, there shouldnt be any confusion or stall tactics on your end. I have maintained a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the FTC should you continue in your non-compliance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Under the FDCPA and FCRA, verification is not just a name matchit is a sworn affidavit or certified statement of truth. Per 15 U.S.C. 1681n, your continued reporting without proper verification is willful noncompliance. 

I demand proof of delivery of the initial dunning letter within XXXX  days of placing this account on my credit report, including a certified mail tracking number. If you can not provide this, you must delete this tradeline immediately and cease all collection activity, including reporting. 

I never had an account with XXXX XXXX, and you are neither the original creditor nor a valid assignee. Debt buyers are not creditors under the law. 

This account is still within the federal debt validation window, per XXXX. Failure to comply will result in further action to seek justice for the harm caused.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
Pursuant to 15 U.S. code 1681b ( 2 ). A consumer reporting agency may only furnish a consumer report with the written instructions of the consumer to who it relates. I declare that I am a Consumer '' did not give any consent or authorization for anyone to furnish, convey or report any of my consumer information. This is abusive practice pursuant to 15 USC 1692 ( a ) as this is damaging my reputation, causing marital instability, to the loss of jobs and the invasion of my individual privacy.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C.

1681c2 ) that you, the Equifax credit reporting agencys block the information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft, and fraud within XXXX business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurateand false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loansand open end unsecured consumer accounts as follows : ACCOUNTS XXXX XXXX - Account Number XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/year>, Balance : {$0.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I kindly request that you investigate this matter and correct or remove the inaccurate information from my credit report as required under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Please inform me of the outcome of your investigation and provide an updated copy of my credit report once the necessary corrections have been made.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I was reviewing my credit report and noticed inquires that do not belong to me.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
This is a follow-up to my previous written dispute regarding fraudulent accounts and inquiries appearing on my consumer report. Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are required to block all information resulting from identity theft within four business days of receipt.

The following accounts and inquiries do NOT belong to me and were obtained fraudulently without my consent : ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/year>, Balance : {$8200.00}

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you -- credit reporting agency, block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. I am concerned about the validity and accuracy of your recent investigation of these accounts that are reporting on my credit report. Last month I requested an investigation because I felt the item was not being reported legally. Couple of days ago I received a letter stating that you have ceased investigation of my credit reports because, in your opinion, you believe that I have used a third party credit repair agency. Not only do I believe this to be a stall tactic on your part to grant you an additional 30 days to comply with my original request, but I believe it to be a blatant violation of the FCRA. 

I have attached a copy of my government issued ID as well as mail showing proof of address. So, there shouldnt be any confusion or stall tactics on your end. I have maintained a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the FTC should you continue in your non-compliance.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Told you not to respond to a lawsuit they filed against you
Company: Stenger & Stenger, P.C
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
I received a packet informing me that I owed someone money. I called XXXX XXXX XXXX at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Mi ( XXXX ) XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX at XXXX. They required my complete SS number and birth date, which i reluctantly gave them. They confirmed that I was not the person they were looking for. I was then told to send the packet back to them and that I would not need to attend the court date. I received a notice of a default judgment against me dated XX/XX/XXXX from XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX  XXXX. I have since contacted them on XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX. They tell me do not worry about it since it is not me. I think it is important that the actual person received a default judgment without actually being given a chance in court, this has to be fraudulent.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I have encountered difficulties accessing my Equifax Information Services account and was instructed to send identification documents for verification. Despite providing clear and legible documentation, I am still unable to access my account. This is why I escalated the matter through the CFPB.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
The consumer reporting agency has willfully violated the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports, by furnishing or reporting information on my credit file without my written consent or legal authorization. I did not provide any written instructions allowing the agency to collect or disclose this information. This is a clear violation of the permissible purpose provision, and I have formally disputed the items in question.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Problem using a debit or ATM card
Company: NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Complaint Against : Navy Federal Credit Union Category : Debit Card Dispute / Regulation E Violation Date of XXXX Merchant : XXXX XXXX Amount Disputed : {$3500.00} I made a purchase from XXXX XXXX using my Navy Federal debit card. The order was marked as delivered, but I never received the merchandise. There is no valid proof of delivery with my signature or consent. I reported this to Navy Federal promptly as a billing error under Regulation E. 

On XX/XX/year>, Navy Federal acknowledged my dispute but stated in writing that it can take us up to 4 months to hear back from the merchant and complete the investigation and that a provisional credit may not be issued while we review your claim.

This handling appears to violate Regulation E ( 12 CFR 1005.11 ), which requires : The investigation to be completed within 10 business days, or a provisional credit to be issued while continuing the investigation. 
For certain cases, an extension of up to 45 days ( and only 90 days for limited exceptions ).

Financial institutions may not delay 1. Immediate issuance of a provisional credit for the disputed amount in accordance with Regulation E.

2. Completion of the investigation within the legally required timeframe.

3. Written assurance that Navy Federal will comply with Regulation E for all future debit card disputes. resolution solely because the merchant has not responded. 

Navy Federals stated up to 4 months timeline is outside the laws limits, and their refusal to issue provisional credit leaves me financially harmed during the delay.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CT

Complaint narrative:
The personal information on my credit report were outdated.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft. I recently discovered that I was listed as part of the Equifax data breach where my personal information has been exposed. My identity has been stolen and I am so sad. Please help assist me in the matter. Im seeking that my consumer rights be implemented in the FCRA Section 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ). As an individual whos a victim of identity theft, I have the right to request that any fraudulent information be removed from all of my credit reports. This law states that credit reporting agencies promptly eliminate any information that originated from identity theft once they receive appropriate notification. Please remove these account in 4 business days.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
This is now my third formal dispute. You have failed to meet your obligations under the FCRA to provide verifiable documentation proving the accuracy of the reported accounts. Under FCRA 1681e ( b ), credit bureaus must maintain maximum possible accuracy, and under FCRA 1681s-2 ( b ), furnishers must investigate disputed information. Failure to do so violates federal consumer protection laws, and I am prepared to escalate this matter further if not resolved promptly.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-13 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I want to make it clear that this complaint is not made in error. My credit report contains one account that can not be verified with the highest possible accuracy. This error has placed a significant burden on me and continues to negatively affect my life in ways that can not be overstated. In these challenging times, correcting or removing this inaccuracy would provide meaningful relief.

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