vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2020-06-15 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was already discharged in bankruptcy and is no longer owed
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
XXXX - Fail to Respond letter XXXX XXXX 2020 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, HE XXXX RE : Account of XXXX XXXX Collection amount claimed I owe {$1700.00} Account number XXXX Dear XXXX, This letter is to inform you that the debt collector, Portfolio Recovery Associates has failed to respond in the 30 day timeframe to my Validation letter. The company legally must now cease ALL collection efforts, and remove the negative items placed on my credit report. It's a violation of the collection practices act for a debt collector to fail to respond to my verification letter. 
Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Portfolio Recovery Associates, is required to respond to my request for validation within 30 days of receipt of my communication. It has been more than 30 days, and I have yet to receive a response.

Under both State and Federal consumer law, I have the right to have my debt validated, and Portfolio Recovery Associates is obligated to respond within the statutory time limit. 

Failure to respond to my requests for validation is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I have included with this letter, a copy of the certified mailed receipt proving that Portfolio Recovery Associates received my Validation letter.

This letter is to also inform you that the Texas Statute of Limitations ( 4 years ) on this debt has expired. This letter is my legal right of assertion that the debt is no longer a collectable debt. You must hereby cease and desist all collection actions and activities on this account against me, immediately. 

Please be aware, Failure to abide by the FDCPA could result in legal action against you and fines assessed by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Texas XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2020-06-15 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Virtual currency
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX refunded XXXX on my Pay Pal account. Pay Pal refuses to refund the money to my account - XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2020-06-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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:
In XX/XX/2020, I discovered that I had become a victim of identity theft. After being denied for a credit card, I checked my credit report and saw several ( 22 in total ) student loans that had been taking out in my name totaling $ XXXX. I sent in a letter notifying the big 3 credit bureaus that my identity had been used fraudulently, along with a FTC affidavit and a police report but they refused to block the account stating that it was " validated ''. When asked why they refused to block the accounts when I'm showing adequate proof that the accounts were not mine, and provided them with the proper documents needed to have the accounts removed they declined to answer. 

I followed up by requesting that the creditor provide me with details on what method they used to " validate '' the account, all while forbidding them from using E-Oscar to do so but they disregarded my request and sent another letter stating that all 22 accounts were validated. I specifically requested that they provide me with physical proof of a contract with my signature showing that the debt is mine but again, they ignored my request and continue to state that the debt was " validated '' with no physical proof nor explaining which method they used to do so. 

Recently, I sent in a letter of Notice to Furnishers of Information to the creditor to let them know that per the FCRA, the MUST report accurate information only and once again, they ignored my claim and continue to state that all accounts are " validated ''. Time and time again they have continue to violate the FCRA guidelines.

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 2020-06-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: DC

Complaint narrative:
I decided to get my credit pulled due to a bill I received in the mail. I have never heard from the place before, I immediately suspected identity theft. When I reviewed my report I was caught by surprise on a couple of derogatory items that I have never opened in my life. The things listed on my applications are not mine. I have contacted the FTC and my local police and I am doing this on my own behalf. Please remove these from my report : 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, U S DEPT OF ED/XXXX/XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX. Inquiries : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX  XXXX, XXXX  XXXX.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2020-06-15 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: MO

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX is a federally registered service mark of XXXX XXXX and is used by Department Stores National Bank pursuant to a license. The Macys XXXX XXXX Card program is issued and administered by Department Stores National Bank. 

Macy 's Credit Card has taken away all access to my credit card statement and removed the ability to make payments online. They have called me several times a day during my work hours after being told not to contact me during work. When I called their customer support number # XXXX, I was told the department that can resolve the issue is only open during my work hours and the only way they can resolve the issue it to contact me during my work hours. It is against Federal law for me to use my phone at work. I can not pay off my debt online as part of the agreement Macy 's made when I opened the account. I am being contacted by their debt department during my work hours when I requested not contact to be contacted during work hours. Macy 's has taken away my ability to view my electric fund transfers from their online portal. Macys.com lists no information on the FCRA, FCBA, EFTA, FDCPA and list no contact information for disputes. 

The last attempt at reaching their customer service XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX at XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/2020. I directly asked for their legal departments contact information to file a formal dispute and was told " they are not allowed to give that information out. '' When asked for any contact information to file a formal dispute I was given the number for the same branch only open during my working hours. It is against Federal law for me to use my phone when working. As I told their customer service center before, I can not use my phone during work hours.

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 2020-06-15 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action — Threatened or suggested your credit would be damaged
Company: TD BANK US HOLDING COMPANY
State: WA

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/XXXX, I faxed a dispute form to TD Retail Card Services ( aka XXXX XXXX XXXX  ) disputing the full amount of their claim ( {$3400.00} ). I provided them with the correspondence from the customer service department at XXXX  XXXX stating that I would not be charged and would close out my account. XXXX  XXXX has never responded to the email from their CS representative ( original dispute attached ). Since this time I've submitted a second dispute dated XX/XX/XXXX, which has also never been addressed ( dispute attached ). As recently as XX/XX/XXXX I spoke with XXXX ( ID # XXXX ) and she confirmed that my dispute is still under review as was last looked at on XX/XX/XXXX. I received a letter dated XX/XX/XXXX threatening me with collections, even though they've not responded to my dispute in almost 170 days. On XX/XX/XXXX they assessed a late charge of {$16.00} and on XX/XX/XXXX another late charge was assessed for {$38.00}, not even 30 days after the first. Per the Fair Credit Billing Act of 1974, while a debt is in dispute no threats of collections or late fees may be levied ; yet, they are doing so. I've also send electronic communications on XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, and XX/XX/XXXX ( all attached ) and the response has been that they will resolve the matter in no more than 2 billing cycles, or not greater than 90 days. I've still not received a letter on any ruling on the dispute and XXXX  XXXX corporate is not responding to TD Retail Card Services. This is now clearly in violation of my rights under the Fair Credit Billing Act of 1974 and I'm owed {$590.00} that was remitted on XX/XX/XXXX to ensure that my 37+ year pristine credit history and exceptional credit rating is not tarnished due to their lack of execution of my dispute.

Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2020-06-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: MERCANTILE ADJUSTMENT BUREAU, LLC
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
In XX/XX/2020, I found out that I had become a victim of identity theft. After being denied for a credit card, I saw a collection account on my credit report. The account had been opened with XXXX XXXX years prior and had never been paid on. 

I reached out to the debt collection agency and provided them with a letter notifying them that my identity had been stolen and that I would need the account to be removed. They responded stating that the debt was mine. I followed up by requesting that they provide me with any statements, payment slips, records of phone numbers that were used to activate the account, original contracts with my signature and a summary of their investigation to validate that the debt was mine. Alongside that, I requested that they notify the original creditor that the account was the result of identity theft and that the stop reporting the account to the credit agencies. 

They did not adhere to any of my requests and instead sent me a bill to pay for the collection.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2020-06-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit card or prepaid card — Store credit card
Issue: Other features, terms, or problems — Other problem
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: MS

Complaint narrative:
I had an account for an Old Navy credit card through Synchrony Bank ( formally GE Capital ) that was opened around XXXX. Due to loss of income, the account became delinquent within a few years and was closed. In XX/XX/XXXX, I paid off the account with through XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. This agency supplied me with proof of payment that I still have. Within about six months I began getting calls from a different collection agency about this account and provided them with the proof of payment. Since early-to-mid XXXX, this paid-off debt has been sold over and over again to at least three different ( if not more ) collection agencies. Every time I am contacted by a new collection agency I supply them with the proof of payment but within a few months, I am being contacted by a different agency. I have contacted Synchrony Bank on several occasions and every time I am told that my account has been sold to a different debt collection agency. On XX/XX/XXXX, I received a threatening call from who I assume was a scammer who had my personal information including my social security number and address. This caller who claimed to be working on behalf of Synchrony Bank threatened me repeatedly. I once again contacted Synchrony Bank trying to resolve the issue and was informed that my paid off account was sold to XXXX XXXX XXXX agency. Synchrony bank continues to refuse to help resolve the issue. I have offered multiple times to send the proof of payment but they continue to refuse. This account is not reflected on my credit report but I am being threatened with lawsuits at least twice a year for a debt that I have paid. I am attaching a copy of the proof of payment.

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 2020-06-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
In XX/XX/2020, I discovered that I had become a victim of identity theft. After being denied for a credit card, I checked my credit report and saw several ( 22 in total ) student loans that had been taken out in my name totaling $ XXXX. All of these loans are open and have not been paid on for years resulting in them continually gaining interest. I sent in a letter notifying all 3 credit bureaus that my identity had been used fraudulently, along with a FTC affidavit and a police report but they refused to block the account stating that it was " validated ''. When asked why they refused to block the accounts when I'm showing adequate proof that the accounts were not mine, and provided them with the proper documents needed to have the accounts removed they declined to answer. 

I followed up by requesting that the creditor provide me with details on what method they used to " validate '' the account, all while forbidding them from using E-Oscar to do so but they disregarded my request and sent another letter stating that all 22 accounts were validated. I specifically requested that they provide me with physical proof of a contract with my signature showing that the debt is mine but again, they ignored my request and continue to state that the debt was " validated '' with no physical proof nor explaining which method they used to do so. 

Recently, I sent in a letter of Notice to Furnishers of Information to the creditor to let them know that per the FCRA, they MUST report accurate information only and once again, they ignored my claim and continued to state that all accounts were " validated ''. Time and time again they have continued to violate the FCRA guidelines.

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 2020-06-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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:
In XX/XX/2020, I discovered that I had become a victim of identity theft. After being denied for a credit card, I checked my credit report and saw several ( 22 in total ) student loans that had been taken out in my name totaling $ XXXX. All of these loans are open and have not been paid on for years resulting in them continually gaining interest. I sent in a letter notifying all 3 credit bureaus that my identity had been used fraudulently, along with a FTC affidavit and a police report but they refused to block the account stating that it was " validated ''. When asked why they refused to block the accounts when I'm showing adequate proof that the accounts were not mine, and provided them with the proper documents needed to have the accounts removed they declined to answer. 

I followed up by requesting that the creditor provide me with details on what method they used to " validate '' the account, all while forbidding them from using E-Oscar to do so but they disregarded my request and sent another letter stating that all 22 accounts were validated. I specifically requested that they provide me with physical proof of a contract with my signature showing that the debt is mine but again, they ignored my request and continue to state that the debt was " validated '' with no physical proof nor explaining which method they used to do so. 

Recently, I sent in a letter of Notice to Furnishers of Information to the creditor to let them know that per the FCRA, they MUST report accurate information only and once again, they ignored my claim and continued to state that all accounts were " validated ''. Time and time again they have continued to violate the FCRA guidelines.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2020-06-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX  was holding my payments for days before they would credit to my account. I got fed up -- I was never even close to being late with my payments -- so I paid off the balance and closed the account. Every time I charged something I paid the full balance as soon as it showed up on my online account. The still list my account as being open and they have been reporting that I have {$180.00} of my {$300.00} credit limit used up. They won't correct it. Other creditors look at my file and think I am using 63 % of my available credit and not paying my bill on time.

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 2020-06-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: DC

Complaint narrative:
I decided to get my credit pulled due to a bill I received in the mail. I have never heard from the place before, I immediately suspected identity theft. When I reviewed my report I was caught by surprise on a couple of derogatory items that I have never opened in my life. The things listed on my applications are not mine. I have contacted the FTC and my local police and I am doing this on my own behalf. Please remove these from my report : 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, U S DEPT OF ED/XXXX/XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX. Inquiries : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX 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 2020-06-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: DC

Complaint narrative:
I decided to get my credit pulled due to a bill I received in the mail. I have never heard from the place before, I immediately suspected identity theft. When I reviewed my report I was caught by surprise on a couple of derogatory items that I have never opened in my life. The things listed on my applications are not mine. I have contacted the FTC and my local police and I am doing this on my own behalf. Please remove these from my report : 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, U S DEPT OF ED/XXXX/XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX. Inquiries : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX 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 2020-06-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit card or prepaid card — Store credit card
Issue: Closing your account — Company closed your account
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I'm in receipt of your letter and made attempt to contact you but your voicemail is hard to understand. You indicate that Synchrony Bank complies with all laws which I say that is incorrect. 1 ) According to Section 4021 Credit Protection During Covid-2019 Fair Credit Reporting Act that was amended and impose due to COVID -2019., the amends Act, The : Credit Reporting. Section 4021 ( Credit Protection During COVID-2019 ) amends the Fair Credit Reporting Act to impose new COVID-19 related reporting requirements on furnishers of information to consumer reporting agencies. Under Section 4021, if a furnisher ( for example, a financial institution that lends money to consumers ) makes an accommodation with respect to one or more payments on a credit obligation or consumer account, the furnisher should continue to report the account as current if the consumer fulfills the terms of the accommodation. However, for accounts that were already delinquent before the accommodation was made, then the furnisher is permitted to continue reporting the account as delinquent unless the consumer brings the account current. This new reporting requirement does not apply to consumer accounts that have been charged off. These furnisher responsibilities will apply to reporting on accommodations made to consumer accounts between XX/XX/2020 until 120 days after the end of the COVID-19 national emergency. My account was not late before XX/XX/2020 and it should not have been terminated. 2 ) You was notified that I was unable to work because you received payments from the third party insurance who contacts you to obtain account information before making payments. It is clear that non of my accounts were past due or reported past due prior to the Pandemic therefore for Synchrony Bank to close an account during the Pandemic time knowing what people are facing nevertheless, still receiving payments was a way to help damage consumers credit. It is my understanding that during the Pandemic, the Cares Act/Fair Credit Reporting act supersedes the consumers contract. If your position remains the same and you feel that your actions did not pose a hardship on consumers and is within compliance with the Cares Act & Fair Credit Reporting Act then I will have no choice but to follow up in court with legal 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