vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern : This letter is being sent to you in response to a listing on my credit report. This is not a refusal to pay. But a notice to request validation. 

Under the Fair Debt Collections Practices ACT ( FDCPA ), I have the right to request validation of the debt you say I owe you. Be advised that I am not requesting a " verification '' I am requesting a validation that is competent evidence that I have some contractual obligation to pay you. 

Please provide at least the following information within 30 days from the date your receipt of this request for validation : Name and address of alleged creditor : Name on file of alleged debtor : Alleged account # : Address on file for alleged debtor : Amount of alleged debt : Date that this alleged debt became payable : Date of original charge off or delinquency : Copy of the contract and any amendments as this will show what the terms of the contract are so I can see if you are following this in the amount you are trying to collect from me : Statements related to this alleged cellphone debt because I need to see all charges, payments, credits, etc. to compare this with the contract and see if the amount you are claiming is correct Was this debt assigned to debt collector or purchased? 

Purchased agreement if the debt was purchased so that I can see if you really own this debt : Agreement that bears the signature of the alleged debtor wherein he or she agreed to pay creditor : If your office fails to respond to this validation request within 30 days from the date of your receipt, all references to this account must be deleted and completely removed from my credit file and a copy of such deletion request shall be sent to me immediately. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — Store credit 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: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
Starting in XXXX of this year I called both the vendor and the issuer of the credit card to attempt to resolve this matter. Each of the persons I spoke to over the phone appeared interested and willing to help resolve the issue. Never heard back from either the vendor or the issuer of the card. On XX/XX/XXXX I sent by certified mail a letter and packet of information describing to the issuer of the card the items that I returned, showing from the vendor 's website under my account the items clearly marked " Returned ''., and one item that they never shipped to me but that they took the money for. They also charged me {$1000.00} for an item I ordered on XX/XX/XXXX but never received. The actual cost of that item was {$140.00}. I received a phone call from the issuer stating they had received my certified mailing about 4 days after I sent it. On XX/XX/XXXX they sent me a digital letter stating that they had received no proof to show that I am not responsible for the returned items, even though the information I sent them clearly shows that. The copied all of the credit bureaus on their letter.

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 monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I need your assistance with this incorrect account showing up on my credit report. This issue has severely impacted my reputation, and XXXX asking for your help. Your mishandling of my credit report has brought me to a difficult situation, and the incorrect information has caused significant harm to my reputation. It's essential that you remove these mistakes so I can peacefully live with my family.

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 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: MARINER FINANCE, LLC
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
My account with Mariner Finance was closed in XXXX. Mariner Finance continues to report late payments on my credit from XXXX until XXXX. There should not be any late payments on a closed account

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i, credit reporting agencies are required to ensure that all information reported is accurate and verifiable. Additionally, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), 15 U.S.C. 1692g, requires debt collectors to validate debts upon request. This debt collection account has not been properly verified, which is a clear violation of these federal laws. The recent court case ** '' XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, XXXX, '' 33 F.4th 1246 ( 11th Cir. 2021 ) ** reaffirms that credit bureaus must conduct a thorough and reasonable investigation into disputes to ensure that reported information is accurate. I demand that you conduct a proper investigation, remove this unverified debt from my credit report, and provide written confirmation of the correction. If you fail to take this matter seriously, I will consider pursuing legal action to enforce my rights under the FCRA and FDCPA. Thank you for your immediate attention to this dispute.

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 2024-10-11 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i, credit reporting agencies are required to ensure that all information reported is accurate and verifiable. Additionally, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), 15 U.S.C. 1692g, requires debt collectors to validate debts upon request. This debt collection account has not been properly verified, which is a clear violation of these federal laws. The recent court case ** '' XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, XXXX, '' XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX XXXX  ) ** reaffirms that credit bureaus must conduct a thorough and reasonable investigation into disputes to ensure that reported information is accurate. I demand that you conduct a proper investigation, remove this unverified debt from my credit report, and provide written confirmation of the correction. If you fail to take this matter seriously, I will consider pursuing legal action to enforce my rights under the FCRA and FDCPA. Thank you for your immediate attention to this dispute.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Other features, terms, or problems — Other problem
Company: CLGF Holdco 1, LLC
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/year> got a fraud notification! to send in documents to verify identity! 

credit card company recieved documents XX/XX/XXXX said it would take XXXX business days! 

called again on the XXXX was told my documents where reassigned and it would take another XXXX - XXXX business days to verify my documents! 

proceeded to call every day 5 days while getting the same run around answers about my documents being reassigned and they need to take a extra step! 

it's going on 30 days and my.issue has not been resolved!

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: FactorTrust, Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I attempted to place a credit freeze online but was unable to do so. I would like to request a security freeze on my credit file effective today in accordance with Section 605A of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-1 ) Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (FNIS)
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I attempted to place a credit freeze online but was unable to do so. I would like to request a security freeze on my credit file effective today in accordance with Section 605A of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-1 ) Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
Inaccurate credit reporting according to consumer laws.

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 2024-10-11 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: Larry H. Miller Group of Companies
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
Inaccurate credit reporting according to consumer laws.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 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: Kikoff Inc.
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
Inaccurate credit reporting according to consumer laws.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
These inquiries are reporting on my credit without my permission and it's stressing me out.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Phone : XXXX Email : XXXX Social Security Number : XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Transunion XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Request for Removal of Fraudulent Late Payment Due to Identity Theft, Charge off Please Remove Late Payment Accounts Below XXXX - XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 
XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX USA Open date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Open date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Open date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Open date : XX/XX/XXXX Dear, Transunion, XXXX, XXXX I am writing to formally dispute a late payment that has been inaccurately reported on my credit file due to identity theft. The late payment in question is associated with the account. 

I did not authorize the use of my personal information for this account, and I have taken steps to report this identity theft to the necessary authorities. Enclosed, you will find a copy of my police report, FTC Identity Theft Report, and any other documentation to support my claim of identity theft. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am requesting the immediate deletion of this fraudulent late payment from my credit report. This late payment has negatively impacted my credit, and I trust that your investigation will confirm that this was not a transaction I made or authorized. According to 15USC CODE 1681 15 U.S. Code 1666 ( b ) 15 U.S. Code 1637 ( a ). 

Please confirm in writing that this item has been removed from my credit report. Should you require any further information, feel free to contact me at the phone number or email provided above. 

Thank you for your time and 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 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to follow up on the response provided by PennyMac Loan Services regarding my dispute. The creditor claims that they sent their responses to an incorrect address. However, this is inaccurate and does not excuse their failure to respond to my dispute within the legally required 30-day period under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). In my original dispute letters, I provided my correct and current address multiple times : - My address was clearly stated in the dispute letters themselves. - The envelope included my return address. - I enclosed a copy of my driver 's license and an electric bill, both showing my current and correct address. Additionally, I sent dispute letters with this accurate information on multiple occasions : XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX. PennyMac Loan Services had **ample opportunities** to mail their responses to my correct address, but still failed to do so. Given that I complied fully with the dispute process and provided proof of my correct address on several occasions, I request that this account be removed from my credit report. The creditors failure to respond within the legal timeframe, combined with their mishandling of my dispute and failure to send responses to the correct address, violates the FCRA. Additionally, under the FCRA, consumers are entitled to statutory damages up to {$1000.00} for such violations. I respectfully request that this be taken into consideration when addressing the creditor 's non-compliance. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your timely response. Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 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: GA

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 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: GA

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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information is missing that should be on the report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: AR

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed my consumer report and identified several inaccuracies that must be corrected immediately. These errors have caused me significant distress, and I demand swift resolution to ensure my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) are upheld.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 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:
" 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 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Experian for failing to conduct a proper investigation into my disputes and instead accusing me of using an unauthorized third party to submit my requests. I mailed a dispute letter to Experian, disputing inaccurate personal information and accounts on my credit report. I made sure to include copies of my photo ID, social security card, and a recent bill with my current address to verify my identity. 
The letter was mailed on XX/XX/year> ( USPS certified mail tracking number XXXX ), and I received a response dated XX/XX/year>. The response stated : " We recently received a request that included your information, but it didn't appear that you or a properly authorized third party sent it to us. We take the privacy and security of your data very seriously, so we won't process requests unless they come directly from you or an authorized third party. '' According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), Experian is required to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of any disputed information in a consumer 's file. It appears that Experian has violated my consumer rights by failing to investigate my disputes and falsely accusing me of using an unauthorized third party.

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 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I understand the importance of removing any incorrect accounts from my credit report in accordance with FCRA 605B. Could you please take a look at the documents? I've observed that some of the listed accounts seem to be inaccurate, which is worrying to me.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information is missing that should be on the report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I hope you're doing well. I've run into a bit of a problem. While going through my credit report, I noticed some things that don't seem quite right, and it appears my identity have been stolen online. My nephew, who's studying XXXX XXXX, helped me out by finding a way to check if my XXXX emails were involved in this breach. To my surprise, it turns out that XXXX out of XXXX of my emails contain a lot of my sensitive and personal information. I want to emphasize that I'm not the one behind these accounts. It would mean a lot to me if you could assist in removing the following from my credit report. Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about and take immediate actions.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft. I am writing to request that you delete the following fraudulent inaccurate information from my credit report. Someone has used my personal information to obtain loans and credit cards. I have no idea how the theft took place. I also have no knowledge of any suspects. I did not receive any money, goods, or services as a result of identity theft. Please let me know if you need any other information from me to block this information from 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 non-monetary relief