vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-21 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the debt listed below, which appears on my credit report and is being reported by your company. I believe this debt is inaccurate and/or unverified, and I am requesting a thorough investigation to resolve this matter. 
Debt Reference Number/Account Number : XXXX Original Creditor : PORTFOLIO Amount in Dispute : {$430.00} I have reviewed my credit report and have found this debt to be inaccurate or unverifiable for the following reasons : I do not recognized this account Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am requesting that you : 1. Provide written validation of this debt, including the original signed agreement or documentation showing I owe this debt.

2. Investigate the validity of the claim and remove it from my credit report if it can not be verified.

3. Provide me with a written statement of your findings and the steps taken as a result of this dispute.

If you can not verify this debt within the legally required timeframe, I request that you cease collection efforts and remove it from my credit report immediately. 

I look forward to your response within 30 days, as required by law. Please send all correspondence regarding this matter to my address above. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-21 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: DE

Complaint narrative:
I've already tried to resolve these issues directly with them, but they continue to violate my rights. For each violation listed, I am entitled to {$1000.00}. They must either compensate me or remove these accounts immediately.

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 2024-11-21 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Indicated you were committing crime by not paying debt
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX Midland Credit Management XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Subject : Follow-Up Dispute of Collection Account Request for Method of Verification To Whom It May Concern, I am following up on my previous dispute regarding the collection account listed on my credit report under the account # XXXX XXXX XXXX and # XXXX SXXXX XXXX ]. In my initial dispute, I requested the removal of this account due to the collection agency 's failure to provide debt validation. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 611 ( a ) ( 6 ), I am entitled to know the method used to verify the accuracy of this collection account. Specifically, I am requesting : 1. The method used to verify the accuracy of this collection account. 2. The name and contact information of the person or entity that provided the verification. 3. Copies of any documents or records used in the reinvestigation process. As the collection agency did not provide validation, the continued presence of this account on my credit report is both inaccurate and non-compliant with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) 809 ( a ). Please provide the requested information and update my credit report accordingly. If the information can not be verified, this collection account must be removed from my credit file as required by FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ). Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I expect a response within the 30-day period allowed by law. Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-21 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
I disputed an account with XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/year> company and credit reporting agency, Experian, they stated the account was verified as accurate on XX/XX/year> and would remain on the credit report. Experian did not provide the requested validation. I submitted a second dispute for the same account on XX/XX/year> and Experian again stated on XX/XX/year> that the account was accurate and would remain without providing any validation information. I submitted a third dispute for the same account on XX/XX/year> and Experian stated the account was verified as accurate on XX/XX/year> and would remain on the credit report without providing any validation information.

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 2024-11-21 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:
I strongly insist on the removal of this late payment from my account, as it inaccurately reflects my payment history. I have consistently maintained timely payments, and it is unfair to be burdened with this erroneous entry. I urge you to take immediate action to update my account accordingly.

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 2024-11-21 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:
I strongly insist on the removal of this late payment from my account, as it inaccurately reflects my payment history. I have consistently maintained timely payments, and it is unfair to be burdened with this erroneous entry. I urge you to take immediate action to update my account accordingly.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-21 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
My account with EXPERIAN was never late! I have had exceptional payment history all payments were placed on Autopay. This late payment that is reporting is a result on a systematic error on their end processing my payment.

This was clearly a billing error made my the company and is not a reflection of my payment experience which violates USC Code 1681eb. This error has caused severe hard to my reputation, my character, my mode of living and to my family!

I demand the late payment to be updated.

They are not in compliance with the following law. 15 USC 1666b and its requirements set the standards and the guidance for a creditor to treat a payment as late, yet they are reporting a payment as late and they did not comply with the law!

15 USC 1666b ( a ) Time to make payments A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose, unless the creditor has adopted reasonable procedures designed to ensure that each periodic statement including the information required by section 1637 ( b ) of this title is mailed or delivered to the consumer not later than 21 days before the payment due date.

EXPERIAN Never Sent the periodic statement along with the disclosures from section 1637 ( b ). 


I have requested proof that this information was mailed or delivered 21 days before the payment due date and this information was requested in good faith pursuant rule XXXX and It was never provided. 


This is unfair, illegal, fraudulent, and not equitable to me as a consumer! 


Update the late payments from my consumer reports

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 2024-11-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I recently updated my credit report and discovered that an account I had previously disputed and had removed due to identity theft has been reinserted without any notification to me. This account, a XXXX  XXXX XXXX account, was fraudulently opened in my name and is the result of identity theft. I have already filed a police report regarding this matter to document the crime. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( B ), if any account that was removed from my credit report is reinserted, I must be notified in writing within five business days. I did not receive any such notice, which is a violation of my rights. Additionally, per FCRA 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2, accounts proven to be the result of identity theft must be permanently removed from my credit report. By reinstating this fraudulent account without notifying me or obtaining my consent, the credit bureau has violated federal law and my rights as a consumer. I request that this XXXX  XXXX XXXX account be immediately deleted from my credit report and that I am provided with written confirmation of its removal. Furthermore, I urge the credit bureau to ensure that no other fraudulent accounts are added back to my report in the future without adherence to proper legal procedures.

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 2024-11-21 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
" The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system.

So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of TILA US Code 1666B since I was never late.

I recently reviewed my consumer report and noticed an incorrect late payment record on my XXXX XXXX  account [ XXXX ]. I have always maintained timely payments on this account. Under the Fair Credit Billing Act ( FCBA ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ), creditors are required to accurately report consumer transactions and provide a mechanism for correcting errors in a timely manner. Please conduct an investigation into this matter, and if you can not provide documentary evidence of these supposed late payments, I demand these payments to be updated to on time as they should be as I was NEVER late. I expect these updates to be made promptly, in compliance with the law. 
"

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 2024-11-21 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: NY

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 2024-11-21 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NY

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 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 2024-11-21 00:00:00
Product: Vehicle loan or lease — Loan
Issue: Managing the loan or lease — Billing problem
Company: M&T BANK CORPORATION
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Despite repeated attempts to make payments towards principal only, M & T has not allowed me to do so on my loan. I have spoken with dozens of representatives, both in person and via the phone, to try to find a way to do so, and they either unsure or have told me it can not be done. As a result, I have had multiple payments wrongly applied as " early payments '' on the minimum payment due each month instead of payments towards principal. These additional payments, along with all my regularly scheduled " minimum payments owed '' each month are being applied to interest only. 

These payments are being wrongly applied as " early payments '' towards the monthly owed amount and thus my statements read that I am XXXX months ahead on payments. Despite this, my payments being made each month are still applying entirely or largely to interest only. 

As a result, despite making payments +/- {$15000.00} towards my original loan, I still owe ~ {$24000.00} on a loan that originally was {$28000.00}. This is deceptive and predatory. 

I have tried everything that has been suggested to me and that I could think of to make sure the payments are applied correctly. There is no way to do so via the online portal or application. I have gone in person and requested it, which was denied. I have called over the phone and it was denied over the phone. I have tried to make my regularly scheduled payment via the online portal and then paid a second payment in the same business day via the online portal. Despite this, both payments apply towards interest. I can not fathom how M & T is allowed to do this. 

Per the statements " [ My ] account is paid ahead for XXXX or more payment periods. Please note : even though youve paid ahead, the interest will continue to accrue daily on your outstanding principal balance. '' This means it is not paying down my principal ahead or decreasing my interest owed.

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 2024-11-21 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.

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 2024-11-21 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Immediate Action Required Demand for Verification Process Details To whom it may concern, I am demanding immediate clarification regarding the method of verification your bureau uses to confirm the accuracy of disputed items on my credit report.

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I have the right to know exactly how disputed items are verified. I expect you to provide me with complete transparency about the following : The exact process or method your bureau uses to verify disputed items. 
The identity of the entity/entities responsible for carrying out this verification. 
Any documentation or evidence used to support the accuracy of the disputed items. 
I am fully aware of my rights under the FCRA, and I expect full compliance with this request. If you can not provide verifiable proof for these items, I demand they be removed or corrected immediately.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: CONTRACT CALLERS INC
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
CONTRACT CALLERS, I Original creditor 1, I have no knowledge of this " original '' creditor 2. I have no knowledge of this account

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-21 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
" The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence, which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system.

So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft.

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for each account listed without my expressed written consent. 
I looked at my consumer reports and noticed accounts I never gave anyone permission to report. Consumer reporting agencies have assumed a vital role and have a responsibility to report consumer information to the best of their ability with maximum possible accuracy like the Fair Credit Reporting Act clearly states. I did not provide written consent to report them. List all accounts : "

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 2024-11-21 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

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 computer science, 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 2 out of 3 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 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 2024-11-21 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — Store credit card
Issue: Other features, terms, or problems — Other problem
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: WV

Complaint narrative:
I very rarely use my Jc Penney credit card. When I did I noticed the credit limit was significantly different. I called to inquire when this happened and why. I did not get any information. The rep on the phone provided incorrect information on when the last time and dollar amount the card had carried a balance. He placed me on hold and told me I would receive a letter telling me why my credit limit dropped to XXXX dollars. The letters got told me I have a XXXX dollar credit limit nothing else.

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