Consumer complaint received 2025-03-07 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:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX, Texas, XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX IA XXXX Subject : CFPB Late Payment Removal - Final Request Dear CFPB Representative, I am filing a formal complaint against Equifax, XXXX and XXXX for failing to correct inaccurate information regarding late payments reported on my credit report for account # XXXX. Despite multiple written requests for correction ( letters dated XX/XX/XXXX and XXXX/XXXX/XXXX ), my requests have been ignored, constituting a violation of multiple federal statutes, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ). 
Violations Committed : Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Violations : Under 15 U.S. Code 1666b, creditors must send periodic statements at least 21 days before the payment due date. The continued reporting of this inaccurate late payment demonstrates a failure to comply with this requirement. 
15 U.S. Code 1681i mandates that credit reporting agencies ensure the accuracy of consumer credit files. In my case, this obligation has not been upheld.

15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) requires that consumer reporting agencies maintain reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy in credit reports.

15 U.S. Code 1681a ( d ) ( 2 ) ( A ) ( i ) states that certain transactions and experiences should not be considered part of a consumer report if they do not meet specific criteria.

Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ) Violations : The TILA emphasizes the necessity of accurate and timely disclosures to consumers. The wrongful reporting of a late payment has damaged my creditworthiness, causing undue financial harm. 
Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act ( GLBA ) Violations : 15 U.S. Code 6801, 15 U.S. Code 6802, and 15 U.S. Code 6803 require financial institutions to protect consumer privacy and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting. The mishandling of my credit information suggests a failure to meet these obligations.

Protection Against Non-Payment of Obligations Act ( PAANL ) : This act holds creditors accountable for providing timely statements and preventing unfair penalties. The continued presence of this late payment on my report contradicts this protection. 
Identity Fraud and Misreporting - 18 U.S. Code 1028A : The continued reporting of false information could be classified as a misrepresentation of identity or fraudulent reporting, which carries legal consequences under federal law.

Formal Request for Correction : I formally demand the immediate removal of the inaccurate late payment notation from my credit report.

If this issue is not resolved immediately, I will escalate my complaint further, including potential legal action and filing additional complaints with relevant agencies.

Reference to PAANL ( Paid As Agreed Never Late ) : The terms of our agreement have always been met, and the account in question must reflect the status of " Paid As Agreed, Never Late. '' I request documented proof supporting the claim of late payments, including : Dates, amounts, and all communication records indicating that the payments were actually late. 
In the absence of valid proof, I expect an immediate correction of my credit report. 
If, after investigation, you fail to provide verifiable proof of late payments, I demand that the account be updated immediately to reflect its accurate status as " Paid As Agreed, Never Late. '' Per the FCRA, I expect a timely investigation and a written response within 30 days from the receipt of this dispute letter. Failure to comply will be considered a direct violation of multiple federal laws. 

Errors and discrepancies Inconsistent Payment Status XXXX reports the account as " Current '', yet it also lists multiple 30-day late payments from XXXX to XX/XX/XXXX. 
Equifax reports the account as " Open '', yet it also shows XXXX late payments in XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX. 
XXXX does not report late payments in the payment history, but still lists the payment status as " 30 days late, '' creating a contradiction. 
If the payment status is current or open, no late payments should be recorded. 
XXXX Account XXXX XXXX and XXXX show the account as " Closed, '' meaning no further payments should have been due after XX/XX/XXXX ( closed date ). 
If the account was closed in XX/XX/XXXX, the late payments from XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX should not exist. 
Equifax reports the account as " Open, '' contradicting XXXX and XXXX, which confirm it was closed. 
XXXX XXXX & No Past Due Amount The balance owed is {$0.00} across all bureaus, and there is no past due amount, proving that no overdue balance existed at the time of the reported late payments. 
Last Payment Date Confirms No Late Payments The last payment was made on XX/XX/XXXX ( XXXX and XXXX ) and XX/XX/XXXX ( Equifax ), contradicting the late payments recorded for XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX. 
If a payment was made in XXXX, then the XXXX late payment is incorrect and should be removed. 
Equifax 's Previous Disputes & Errors Equifax previously removed similar late payments after multiple disputes, confirming that the data was incorrect. 
If Equifax has already corrected past errors, it should remove these incorrect late marks as well. 
Contradictory Reporting by XXXX XXXX does not report any late payments in the two-year payment history, yet it still lists " 30 days late '' under Payment Status. 
This inconsistency suggests that XXXX 's reporting is incorrect and must be updated to reflect the accurate payment history. 
Resolution Requested : Immediate removal of the late payment notation from my credit report. 
Written confirmation of the correction. 
Acknowledgment of compliance with federal laws. 
I trust that you will promptly rectify this issue and ensure my credit report reflects accurate information. Thank you for your immediate attention to this serious matter. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation