Consumer complaint received 2025-01-24 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:
XX/XX/XXXX Subject : Formal Complaint Against Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX Regarding Persistent Inaccuracies in Late Payment Reporting on XXXX Account To Whom It May Concern, I am compelled to escalate my complaint against Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX due to their repeated and blatant failure to correct the persistent inaccuracies regarding late payments reported on my credit report for the XXXX  account. After multiple disputes submitted on XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX, these inaccuracies remain unresolved, showcasing a complete disregard for their obligations under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and other applicable laws. 
Account Information : Account Number : XXXX High Balance : {$3400.00} ( XXXX and XXXX ) ; {$3000.00} ( Equifax ) Last Verified : XX/XX/XXXX ( XXXX ) ; -- ( XXXX ) ; -- ( Equifax ) Date of Last Activity : XX/XX/XXXX ( XXXX ) ; XX/XX/XXXX ( XXXX ) ; XX/XX/XXXX ( Equifax ) Date Reported : XX/XX/XXXX ( XXXX ) ; XX/XX/XXXX ( XXXX ) ; XX/XX/XXXX ( Equifax ) Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX ( XXXX ) ; XX/XX/XXXX ( XXXX and Equifax ) Balance Owed : {$1600.00} Account Status : Open Payment Status : Current Credit Limit : {$3000.00} Discrepancies and Errors : Inconsistent Late Payment Reporting : XXXX and XXXX report late payments for XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX. 
Equifax reports late payments for XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX, but the XXXX late payment for XX/XX/XXXX was removed during the last dispute. However, other inaccuracies persist. 
Dispute Status : All three credit bureaus incorrectly list this account as " Account not disputed, '' despite multiple disputes and supporting evidence provided. 
Creditor Remarks : Equifax notes, " Account previously in dispute- now resolved by data furnisher, '' while XXXX and XXXX fail to include this vital remark, further compounding the inaccuracies. 
High Balance Discrepancy : XXXX and XXXX report a high balance of {$3400.00}, while Equifax reports {$3000.00}. 
Violation of Federal Laws : Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) : Under 15 U.S. Code 1681i, credit reporting agencies are required to investigate and ensure the accuracy of information in consumer files. The continued presence of inaccurate late payments after three rounds of disputes is a flagrant violation.

15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) mandates that credit reporting agencies maintain maximum possible accuracy of consumer reports, which has not been upheld.

Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ) : 15 U.S. Code 1666b requires creditors to send periodic statements at least 21 days before the payment due date. The inaccurate late payment reporting demonstrates a failure to comply with this requirement.

Protection Against Non-Payment of Obligations Act ( PAANL ) : Creditors and credit reporting agencies must ensure timely and accurate statements to prevent unfair penalties to consumers. These inaccuracies have caused undue harm to my creditworthiness.

Complete Neglect of Responsibilities : It is unconscionable that Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX continue to report these inaccuracies despite clear evidence and multiple disputes. Their actions ( or lack thereof ) demonstrate either gross negligence or a willful violation of their obligations under federal law. Such behavior is unacceptable, and it is evident that these credit bureaus have failed in their duty to consumers. 
Impact on Creditworthiness : These inaccuracies have caused significant damage to my credit score, resulting in higher interest rates, denials for credit, and unnecessary stress. The ongoing refusal to address these errors directly undermines my financial stability and constitutes a breach of my federally protected rights. 
Immediate Demands : Immediate removal of the inaccurate late payment notations from my credit report for XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX. 
Written confirmation from Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX that the corrections have been made. 
A full review of the processes that led to these errors and a report detailing how such issues will be prevented in the future. 
Failure to comply with these demands will result in further escalation, including legal action, additional complaints to regulatory bodies, and potential media exposure of this gross negligence. I will not hesitate to pursue every avenue available to ensure my rights are protected and that these inaccuracies are corrected. 
Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I expect a prompt response within the legally mandated timeframe. Please contact me at [ Phone Number ] or [ Email Address ] if you require further information or documentation. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation