vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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:
I am listing accounts and inquiries below that have been reported inaccurately on my credit report. In compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and as a gesture of respect to the Federal Trade Commission Committee on accuracy and completeness of credit information I am formally writing in today to dispute negative information appearing on my credit. This incorrect information is greatly hindering me from getting the credit score I deserve and hopefully, this letter will resolve all the issues on my credit.

I demand to see Verifiable Proof ( an original Consumer Contract with my Signature on it ) of the accounts listed below. Your failure to positively verify these accounts and inquiries has hurt my ability to obtain credit. 

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Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
This debt has been classified as a charge-off ; however, it should actually be considered income, as I should have received a Form 1099-C to properly account for it. This is not a charge-off, and I am requesting its removal from my credit report, as it does not represent an outstanding debt. Since it is classified as income, it should not appear on my credit report.

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 2025-01-23 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
This debt has been classified as a charge-off ; however, it should actually be considered income, as I should have received a Form 1099-C to properly account for it. This is not a charge-off, and I am requesting its removal from my credit report, as it does not represent an outstanding debt. Since it is classified as income, it should not appear on my credit report.

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 2025-01-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/XXXX Subject : Request for Investigation and Correction of Disputed Account - XXXX XXXX XXXX  Dear CFPB, I am writing to formally dispute inaccurate late payment information reported on my credit report for the account XXXX XXXX XXXX, with the following details : Account Number : XXXX High Balance : {$14000.00} Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX ( XXXX ), XX/XX/XXXX ( Experian and XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$9000.00} ( XXXX and Experian ), {$9100.00} ( XXXX XXXX Account Type : Unsecured Loan Account Status : Open Payment Status : Current Discrepancies and Errors : Late Payments Reported in Error : XXXX XXXX Late payments reported for XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX. 
Experian : Late payments reported for XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX. 
XXXX : Late payments reported for XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX. 
These late payments are inaccurate as all payments for the account were made on time, as confirmed by my records. 
Inconsistent Reporting : Experian and XXXX report the last verified date as missing, while XXXX accurately lists it as XX/XX/XXXX. 
The reported balances for the account differ between XXXX ( {$9000.00} ) and XXXX ( {$9100.00} ). 
Legal References : Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) : 15 USC 1681i ( a ) : Credit reporting agencies must conduct a reinvestigation of disputed information to determine its accuracy.

15 USC 1681e ( b ) : CRAs must ensure maximum accuracy in the preparation of consumer reports.

15 USC 1666 ( b ) : Mandates timely and accurate billing practices.

The discrepancies in my report are a violation of the above statutes, as the late payments are unsupported by evidence and the reporting is inconsistent.

Request for Action : Correct the payment history for XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX to reflect an " OK '' status across all bureaus. 
Provide a detailed description of the investigation process per 15 USC 1681i ( a ) ( 7 ), including the method and evidence used to verify the reported late payments.

If unable to verify the accuracy of the late payments, update the account status to Paid As Agreed Never Late and provide written confirmation of the correction. 
Under the FCRA, you are required to complete your investigation within 30 days of receiving this dispute and provide a written response. If no action is taken or the information remains inaccurate, I will escalate the matter with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) for further review. 
I appreciate your immediate attention to this matter and look forward to your prompt response. 
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 2025-01-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/XXXX Subject : Request for Investigation and Correction of Disputed Account - XXXX XXXX XXXX Dear CFPB, I am writing to formally dispute inaccurate late payment information reported on my credit report for the account XXXX XXXX  XXXX, with the following details : Account Number : XXXX High Balance : {$14000.00} Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX ( XXXX ), XX/XX/XXXX ( Experian and XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$9000.00} ( XXXX and Experian ), {$9100.00} ( XXXX XXXX Account Type : Unsecured Loan Account Status : Open Payment Status : Current Discrepancies and Errors : Late Payments Reported in Error : XXXX XXXX Late payments reported for XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX. 
Experian : Late payments reported for XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX. 
XXXX : Late payments reported for XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX. 
These late payments are inaccurate as all payments for the account were made on time, as confirmed by my records. 
Inconsistent Reporting : Experian and XXXX report the last verified date as missing, while XXXX accurately lists it as XX/XX/XXXX. 
The reported balances for the account differ between XXXX ( {$9000.00} ) and XXXX ( {$9100.00} ). 
Legal References : Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) : 15 USC 1681i ( a ) : Credit reporting agencies must conduct a reinvestigation of disputed information to determine its accuracy.

15 USC 1681e ( b ) : CRAs must ensure maximum accuracy in the preparation of consumer reports.

15 USC 1666 ( b ) : Mandates timely and accurate billing practices. 
The discrepancies in my report are a violation of the above statutes, as the late payments are unsupported by evidence and the reporting is inconsistent. 
Request for Action : Correct the payment history for XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX to reflect an " OK '' status across all bureaus. 
Provide a detailed description of the investigation process per 15 USC 1681i ( a ) ( 7 ), including the method and evidence used to verify the reported late payments.

If unable to verify the accuracy of the late payments, update the account status to Paid As Agreed Never Late and provide written confirmation of the correction. 
Under the FCRA, you are required to complete your investigation within 30 days of receiving this dispute and provide a written response. If no action is taken or the information remains inaccurate, I will escalate the matter with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) for further review. 
I appreciate your immediate attention to this matter and look forward to your prompt response. 
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 2025-01-23 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
My name is XXXX XXXX there is no third party involved in the filing of this complaint and this complaint has not been made in error.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Problem caused by your funds being low — Overdrafts and overdraft fees
Company: NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a complaint against Navy Federal Credit Union regarding multiple overdraft fees I have incurred. Despite having sufficient funds when transaction were authorized, I was charged fees due to lagged posting of charges and credits. This issue aligns with the recent CFPB findings against Navy Federal for similar practices, Where transactions settled with insufficient balances despite initially available funds. I believe these practices are unfair and request an investigation into my account transactions.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: WI

Complaint narrative:
I request your help in reviewing accounts from companies that have inaccurately reported late payments. Upon checking my credit report, I found some accounts with late payment remarks that should not be there. These accounts should reflect no late payments.

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 2025-01-23 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: WI

Complaint narrative:
I request your help in reviewing accounts from companies that have inaccurately reported late payments. Upon checking my credit report, I found some accounts with late payment remarks that should not be there. These accounts should reflect no late payments.

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 2025-01-23 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:
" 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. 
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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 2025-01-23 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I filed a dispute for incorrect information on my credit report. I received an email from the credit bureau stating that they are assuming the disputes are coming from a 3rd party. They in fact did not come from a 3rd party. l even called them to verify it was me and they still refused to process my disputes. I wasted money on mailing my disputes out. I sent personal information to verify my identity through mail, just for them to not thoroughly investigate.

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 2025-01-23 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 have been trying to dispute incorrect and/or invalid items listed on my credit report and have gotten no assistance from the creditors or the credit bureaus regarding this matter. Please see attached documents and letter for referenced issues from above.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I recently received a copy of my credit report, and I noticed some accounts on my consumer report that should not be on there. Please help me to validate the misreporting on my credit report and remove the inaccurate information found in my credit file.

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 2025-01-23 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Ive been back in forth with all 3 credit bureaus about my credit and the wrong information that has appeared over the last few years Ive tried countless times to have things removed and theyll remove it and it comes right back months/years later. This has stopped me from so much and Im fed up

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 2025-01-23 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Cash App ( Block , Inc. ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). Specifically, Cash App failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent and address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected.

Furthermore, their dispute resolution process was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and financial loss, and I seek appropriate redress ( Block, Inc. ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). Specifically, Cash App failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent and address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected. Furthermore, their dispute resolution process was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and financial loss, and I seek appropriate redress for these violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I want all the accounts I disputed off my credit file, it is not accurate.

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 2025-01-23 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: MN

Complaint narrative:
PLEASE BLOCKED AND REMOVED Please delete these fraudulent accounts from my credit report, as I did not authorize their creation. Kindly correct this mistake.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
It has come to my attention that my personal information has been exposed in a national data breach. After reviewing my credit reports, I noticed some accounts that I am unfamiliar with. I have asked the CRAs for validation of debt, however, the information has not been provided. Due to my Information being exposed, I have submitted a FTC complaint reporting the information that I am not familiar with. Please find attached a copy of my drivers license, the FTC complaint, a copy of the XXXX report showing my information being exposed in a national data breach.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
There is a XXXX account on my credit report that is not mine. please help!

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
There is a XXXX  account on my credit report that is not mine. please help!

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 2025-01-23 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Experian for falling to propery investigate miy disputes regarding inaccuracies in my credit report. 
Despite my submissions, Experian consistently responds within 24 hours stating the account is accurate, without providing any evidence of a thorough investigation.

This practice violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i, which mandates a reasonable investigation of disputes. Furthermore, Experians actions may also contravene the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ), 12 U.S.C.

5536 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) - ( B ), as highlighted in the CFPB 's recent administrative proceeding ( File No. XXXX ) against them for similar violations. I request that the CFPB take action to ensure Experian complies with federal law and provides consumers with the necessary proof of investigation. These are the inaccurate accounts : 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 2025-01-23 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
State: KY

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelle 's handling of disputes, particularly in light of the recent CFPB lawsuit highlighting significant issues with the platform. Despite using Zelle numerous times and reporting discrepancies, my financial institution and Zelle failed to investigate my claims adequately. They informed me that recovering lost funds was impossible and that tracking these transactions was unfeasible. The CFPB 's findings indicate that Zelle has not only neglected to protect consumers but has also allowed repeat offenders to exploit the system, leaving users vulnerable to scams.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation