vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-05 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:
XXXX XXXX, Social Security Number : XXXX, Date of Birth : XX/XX/XXXX This complaint to the CFPB is being submitted to request that Experian, as a credit reporting agency, block the fraudulent information on my credit report related to identity theft and fraud, as required by FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C . 1681c-2 ). I ask that this action be completed within XXXX business days of receiving this complaint. The inaccurate and fraudulent information relates to the following accounts : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX These fraudulent accounts, along with several unauthorized hard inquiries, have appeared on my XXXX credit report. I have attached a list of the disputed hard inquiries and a copy of my credit report with the fraudulent entries clearly marked. I do not recognize any of these accounts or inquiries, as they were neither initiated nor authorized by me. This fraudulent activity has been fully documented. For your reference, I have also included a copy of my FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint, which confirms that these accounts and inquiries are a result of identity theft and fraud, as verified by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission. 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 2025-01-05 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the accounts and inquiries listed on my consumer credit report ( referenced below ), as they appear to be the result of a data breach or fraudulent activity. I request verifiable proof, including documentation bearing my signature or electronic signature, to substantiate these actions. 

This letter is submitted directly on my behalf, not through any third party, and I kindly ask that you review it carefully. These actions were not authorized by me, and they violate my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

I have contacted the companies associated with these accounts and inquiries, and it has been confirmed that these actions were initiated without proper validation or original documentation. Since I did not authorize them, these accounts and inquiries are inaccurate and likely stem from a data breach or unlawful reporting by creditors or third-party data furnishers. 

I respectfully request that you immediately investigate these matters and take swift action to remove the unauthorized entries from my credit report. I greatly appreciate your prompt attention to this issue.

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 2025-01-05 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: MA

Complaint narrative:
I discovered that my personal information was used without my consent to open accounts or make unauthorized purchases. I did not initiate or authorize any of the transactions or accounts associated with my name. I believe my identity was compromised through theft or fraud, and I immediately took steps to report the issue to the authorities and the affected companies. Despite these efforts, the companies involved have not fully resolved the matter or removed the fraudulent charges and accounts from my credit report.

Acknowledge that the accounts and transactions are fraudulent.

Immediately remove all fraudulent account and Unauthorized Inquiries charges from my credit report.

Ensure that no further collection attempts or negative marks are made related to these fraudulent accounts.

Provide me with written confirmation that my personal information has been secured, and that no further unauthorized actions will occur under my name.

Compensate me for any damages or negative impacts to my credit score and personal life resulting from this identity theft.

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 2025-01-05 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: MA

Complaint narrative:
I discovered that my personal information was used without my consent to open accounts or make unauthorized purchases. I did not initiate or authorize any of the transactions or accounts associated with my name. I believe my identity was compromised through theft or fraud, and I immediately took steps to report the issue to the authorities and the affected companies. Despite these efforts, the companies involved have not fully resolved the matter or removed the fraudulent charges and accounts from my credit report. 



Acknowledge that the accounts and transactions are fraudulent. 
Immediately remove all fraudulent account and Unauthorized Inquiries charges from my credit report. 
Ensure that no further collection attempts or negative marks are made related to these fraudulent accounts. 

Provide me with written confirmation that my personal information has been secured, and that no further unauthorized actions will occur under my name.

Compensate me for any damages or negative impacts to my credit score and personal life resulting from this identity theft.

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 2025-01-05 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 writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-05 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute fraudulent information on my credit report pursuant to 15 U.S.C 1681c-2 and to request that this information be blocked. I have enclosed a copy my Police Report/FTC identity theft report ( FTC REPORT XXXX : XXXX ) to support my identity theft claim. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 when a consumer submits an identity theft report, credit reporting agencies must block any information identified by the consumer as resulting from identity theft within four business days. 
To following information on my credit report is the result of identity theft and should be blocked : INQUIRY : XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX As required by 15 U.S.C 1681c-2, please block this fraudulent information from my credit report immediately. This information should be blocked for one year, at which point i may request an extension of the block. During the block, you may not report no longer contains any fraudulent information. Several times I have called the bureau reporting these fraudulent accounts in my report and CREDIT BUREAU has not wanted to give me a solution to this problem where I am being totally affected to be able to acquire a new house for my children, these collections were eliminated and not verified by others bureaus I don't understand how they usually say that these accounts are mine, I have requested contracts from this company with my information and for more than XXXX days I have not received any response from them, please help me immediately delete these accounts. Here I add the FTC report, hoping that you make a better decision in my situation, thank you

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 2025-01-05 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I contacted Capital one requesting the 10-99C form because theres a Capital one account reporting as charged off, but the representative stated I didnt get a 1099C form Because they havent filed it on their taxes as of yet. Which means this is statutory and fraud. Under FCRA I can seek statutory damages if a creditor furnishes inaccurate information about a debt, such as incorrectly reporting a charge off while still claiming I the consumer XXXX XXXX owe this debt with a balance reporting on my credit report. U.S Code 1681n- civil liability for willful noncompliance its states ( A ) any actual damages sustained by the consumer as a result of the failure or damages of not less than {$100.00} and not more than {$1000.00}. ( B ) in the case of liability of a natural person for obtaining a consumer report under false pretenses or knowingly without a permissible purpose, actual damages sustained by the consumer as a result of the failure or {$1000.00}, whichever is greater.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-05 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-05 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute fraudulent information on my credit report pursuant to 15 U.S.C 1681c-2 and to request that this information be blocked. I have enclosed a copy my Police Report/FTC identity theft report ( FTC REPORT NUMBER : XXXX ) to support my identity theft claim. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 when a consumer submits an identity theft report, credit reporting agencies must block any information identified by the consumer as resulting from identity theft within XXXX business days. 
To following information on my credit report is the result of identity theft and should be blocked : INQUIRY : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX As required by 15 U.S.C 1681c-2, please block this fraudulent information from my credit report immediately. This information should be blocked for XXXX year, at which point i may request an extension of the block. During the block, you may not report no longer contains any fraudulent information. Several times I have called the bureau reporting these fraudulent accounts in my report and CREDIT BUREAU has not wanted to give me a solution to this problem where I am being totally affected to be able to acquire a new house for my children, these collections were eliminated and not verified by others bureaus I don't understand how they usually say that these accounts are mine, I have requested contracts from this company with my information and for more than XXXX  days I have not received any response from them, please help me immediately delete these accounts. Here I add the FTC report, hoping that you make a better decision in my situation, thank you

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-05 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
Pursuant to the provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 ) and the Fair Credit Extension Uniformity Act ( XXXX ) under XXXX XXXXXXXX, I am writing to formally dispute the inaccurate information reported on my credit report regarding the account listed under XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  # XXXX. This account has been on my credit report for over XXXX years with several inconsistencies and errors that violate my rights under both state and federal law. I request that your agency conduct a thorough investigation into this matter, as required by law, and provide written confirmation of your findings. Issues with the Reporting Discrepancies in Dates of Activity and Verification : XXXX reports a " Date of Last Activity '' as XX/XX/XXXX, yet the " Last Verified '' date is XX/XX/XXXX. Similarly, XXXX reports a " Date of Last Activity '' as XX/XX/XXXX but with a " Date Reported '' as XX/XX/XXXX. These conflicting timelines demonstrate a lack of consistency and reliability. Inconsistent Dispute Resolution Reporting : XXXX states that the account is " Not Disputed, '' while XXXX reports " Subscriber reports dispute resolved - consumer disagrees. '' This discrepancy indicates failure to maintain accurate records as mandated under 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ). Unsubstantiated Balance Owed : The account reflects a " Balance Owed '' of {$2100.00} without sufficient evidence to support how this amount was calculated. The " Payment Amount '' is listed as {$0.00}, yet the account is reported as " Charged Off as Bad Debt. '' This is inconsistent and likely inaccurate, violating the FCRAs requirement for complete and accurate reporting. Derogatory Status Without Evidence : The " Derogatory '' status and " Collection/Chargeoff '' designation lack validation or supporting documentation from the original creditor. Additionally, no proper notice of this debt being charged off was provided, which may violate XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Failure to Verify Information : The creditors failure to adequately validate the accuracy of the information before furnishing it to the credit bureaus violates their responsibilities under 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( b ).

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-05 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I have sent multiple complaints through CFPB and FTC but I don't see why these inquiries, which I didn't authorize are still on my credit report when I have done my part. I've checked this and reached out to the creditors that I am not aware of and have no knowledge of this.

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 2025-01-05 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
I found out that on my credit report I owned XXXX idk for what i never had this amount or this creditor

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-05 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the accounts and inquiries listed on my consumer credit report ( referenced below ), as they appear to have resulted from a data breach or fraudulent activity. I request verifiable proof, including documentation bearing my signature or electronic signature, to substantiate these actions. 

This letter is submitted directly on my behalf, not through any third party, and I kindly ask that you carefully review it. These actions were not authorized by me and represent a violation of my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

I have contacted the companies associated with these accounts and inquiries, and it has been confirmed that these actions were initiated without proper validation or original documentation. As I did not authorize them, these accounts and inquiries are inaccurate and likely stem from a data breach or unlawful reporting by creditors or third-party data furnishers. 

I respectfully request that you promptly investigate these matters and take immediate action to remove the unauthorized entries from my credit report. Your timely attention to this issue is greatly appreciated.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-05 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the accounts and inquiries listed on my consumer credit report ( referenced below ), as they appear to have resulted from a data breach or fraudulent activity. I request verifiable proof, including documentation bearing my signature or electronic signature, to substantiate these actions. 

This letter is submitted directly on my behalf, not through any third party, and I kindly ask that you carefully review it. These actions were not authorized by me and represent a violation of my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

I have contacted the companies associated with these accounts and inquiries, and it has been confirmed that these actions were initiated without proper validation or original documentation. As I did not authorize them, these accounts and inquiries are inaccurate and likely stem from a data breach or unlawful reporting by creditors or third-party data furnishers. 

I respectfully request that you promptly investigate these matters and take immediate action to remove the unauthorized entries from my credit report. Your timely attention to this issue is greatly appreciated.

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 2025-01-05 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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 2025-01-05 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: AR

Complaint narrative:
" I'm stressed about my collection account because it feels like it's weighing on my financial stability and causing a lot of XXXX. Ive been trying to get back on track with my finances, but the constant reminders and pressure from the collection agency make it hard to focus on finding a solution. I feel like I'm being judged or that my progress is being hindered every time I get another notice or call. Its just a lot to manage along with everything else Im dealing with right now. ''

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