vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT. THE LIST OF ACCOUNTS BELOW HAS VILOATED MY FEDERALLY PROTECTED CONSUMER RIGHTS TO PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY AND UNDER 15 USC 1681XXXX 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 XXXXXXXX HAS VIOLATED MY RIGHTS.15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 602 A. STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY. 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 604 A SECTION 2 : IT ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CAN NOT FURNISH AN ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS 15 U.S.C 1681C. ( A ) ( 5 ) SECTION STATES : NO CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY MAY MAKE ANY CONSUMER REPORT CONTAINING ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS OF INFORMATION. ANY OTHER ADVERSE ITEM OF INFORMATION, OTHER THAN RECORDS OF CONVICTIONS OF CRIMES WHICH ANTEDATES THE REPORT BY MORE THAN SEVEN YEARS. 15 U.S.C. 1681S-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A PERSON SHALL NOT FURNISH ANY INFORMATION RELATING TO A CONSUMER TO ANY CONSUMER REPORTING IF THE PERSON KNOWS OR HAS REASONABLE CAUSE TO BELIEVE THAT THE INFORMATION IS INACCURATE.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan — Installment loan
Issue: Problem with additional add-on products or services — 
Company: Affirm Holdings, Inc
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I have provided details about the computer hijacking incident regarding our payments from XXXX. However, there is still more to my claim. I have already settled multiple WiFi accounts that were compromised by the scammer who continues to cause damage. The scammer has managed to manipulate our account by adding over 120 days and extending it beyond the usual 30 days, with full access to all three credit bureaus. It is imperative that Star Furniture takes necessary measures to address this security breach urgently.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
Im submitting a complaint to you today to inform you I was the victim of fraudulent activity. I researched on how to remove the fraudulent items in my report and found that I need to visit FEDERAL TRADE COMMISION or https : //www.ftc.gov to file a identity theft report and Per FCRA section 605b Credit Reporting Agencies are required to remove any items listed on an identity theft report with reference number XXXX. Please find the ATTACHED documents to assist in the removing of the erroneous personal information and inquiries which were being posted to my report. Here is the list of items which were opened without my permission : EXPERIAN : XXXXXXXX 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 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 XXXX XXXX According to FCRA Section 605B ( a ) the CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES shall remove any items in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt.

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 2024-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT. THE LIST OF ACCOUNTS BELOW HAS VILOATED MY FEDERALLY PROTECTED CONSUMER RIGHTS TO PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY AND UNDER 15 USC 1681.XXXX XXXXXXXX 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 HAS VIOLATED MY RIGHTS.15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 602 A. STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY. 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 604 A SECTION 2 : IT ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CAN NOT FURNISH AN ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS 15 U.S.C 1681C. ( A ) ( 5 ) SECTION STATES : NO CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY MAY MAKE ANY CONSUMER REPORT CONTAINING ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS OF INFORMATION. ANY OTHER ADVERSE ITEM OF INFORMATION, OTHER THAN RECORDS OF CONVICTIONS OF CRIMES WHICH ANTEDATES THE REPORT BY MORE THAN SEVEN YEARS. 15 U.S.C. 1681S-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A PERSON SHALL NOT FURNISH ANY INFORMATION RELATING TO A CONSUMER TO ANY CONSUMER REPORTING IF THE PERSON KNOWS OR HAS REASONABLE CAUSE TO BELIEVE THAT THE INFORMATION IS INACCURATE.

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 2024-05-27 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
I filed a dispute for incorrect information on my credit report. I received an email from the credit bureau stating that they are assuming the disputes are coming from a 3rd party. They in fact did not come from a 3rd party. l even called them to verify it was me and they still refused to process my disputes. I wasted money on mailing my disputes out. I sent personal information to verify my identity through mail, just for them to not thoroughly investigate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-27 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity-theft. I am writing to request that you block all the following fraudulent accounts in my files with Transunion, XXXX, and XXXX. This information does not relate to any transactions I made. I did not authorize anyone to use my personal information. I hereby exercise my legal rights enacted by The Federal Trade Commission, which explicitly states when a victim files an affidavit it shall beg honored by all credit bureaus and all fraudulent information must be blocked within 4 days and proper notification shall be given to all furnishers pursuant to section 605b of The Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act. Failure to comply shall lead to complaints being filed with XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and Attorney General with legal action of your companys unlawful collection practices, misrepresentation of reporting inaccurate debts, and noncompliance to adhere to laws enacted to help those who are victims of identity-theft. I request that an extended fraud alert be placed in my file explaining that fraudulent applications may be submitted in my name. Do not extend credit without first contacting me personally and verifying all applications.

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 2024-05-27 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity-theft. I am writing to request that you block all the following fraudulent accounts in my files with XXXX, Equifax, and XXXX. This information does not relate to any transactions I made. I did not authorize anyone to use my personal information. I hereby exercise my legal rights enacted by The Federal Trade Commission, which explicitly states when a victim files an affidavit it shall beg honored by all credit bureaus and all fraudulent information must be blocked within 4 days and proper notification shall be given to all furnishers pursuant to section 605b of The Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act. Failure to comply shall lead to complaints being filed with XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and Attorney General with legal action of your companys unlawful collection practices, misrepresentation of reporting inaccurate debts, and noncompliance to adhere to laws enacted to help those who are victims of identity-theft. I request that an extended fraud alert be placed in my file explaining that fraudulent applications may be submitted in my name. Do not extend credit without first contacting me personally and verifying all applications.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-27 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:
It has come to my attention that the credit Bureaus are not removing files when I sent with an FTC fraud report since it is required by law 605b of the FCRA. If you do not remove the items listed below, which are inaccurately reported due to identity theft, I will forward my documents to my attorney to initiate legal action. I prefer to avoid legal proceedings, so please comply with the law. 
Please remove the following items, as they are fraudulent and were opened without my consent or knowledge : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX00}, XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00}, XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$0.00}, XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XX/XX/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 2024-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: SANTANDER HOLDINGS USA, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT ACCOUNT XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXHAS VIOLATED MY RIGHTS.
15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION
92 A. STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO
FRIVACY.
15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 604 A SECTION 2: IT ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CANNOT FURNISH A ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-27 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
I filed a dispute for incorrect information on my credit report. I received an email from the credit bureau stating that they are assuming the disputes are coming from a 3rd party. They in fact did not come from a 3rd party. l even called them to verify it was me and they still refused to process my disputes. I wasted money on mailing my disputes out. I sent personal information to verify my identity through mail, just for them to not thoroughly investigate.

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 2024-05-27 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
I filed a dispute for incorrect information on my credit report. I received an email from the credit bureau stating that they are assuming the disputes are coming from a 3rd party. They in fact did not come from a 3rd party. l even called them to verify it was me and they still refused to process my disputes. I wasted money on mailing my disputes out. I sent personal information to verify my identity through mail, just for them to not thoroughly investigate.

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 2024-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Private student loan
Issue: Dealing with your lender or servicer — Don't agree with the fees charged
Company: Meritize Financial Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
PrepMD has taken the entire payment from Meritize XXXX student loan financial services for a 2-part course, but I am unable to access my course. I have started the first part, but have not finished. I intended to take the course to prepare for the XXXX exam, but the course does not offer education to prepare for the XXXX exam. XXXX, my representative baited me into taking the course, and the course did not provide and education for the XXXX. I don't have access to my course, and so the first part has not been completed, and the 2nd part hasn't been started.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-27 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I filed a dispute for incorrect information on my credit report. I received an email from the credit bureau stating that they are assuming the disputes are coming from a 3rd party. They in fact did not come from a 3rd party. l even called them to verify it was me and they still refused to process my disputes. I wasted money on mailing my disputes out. I sent personal information to verify my identity through mail, just for them to not thoroughly investigate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
THESE INQUIRIES ARE A VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681b ( a ) ( 2 ) please provide me written instructions that I the consumer gave you authorization to furnish this information. If you can not provide me these instructions written by me prior to this notice, then that CONSTITUTES AG

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-27 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express profound dissatisfaction regarding the persistent presence of a fraudulent account on my credit report. Following the reporting of this identity theft, I contacted the bank associated with the fraudulent account. While they confirmed the validity of the report, they indicated their inability to provide records. Nevertheless, they assured me that the fraudulent account would be expeditiously removed. It is noteworthy that both XXXX and XXXX have already expunged this account from their records after identifying and rectifying an error. I find it perplexing that your bureau continues to verify this account when the aforementioned bureaus have already removed it. I urge you to delete this account from my file, as it is marred by inaccuracies, errors, incompleteness, or unverifiability. 

XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX 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 2024-05-27 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
The same collection XXXX XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX reporting on my credit report twice according to section 609 section 611 I have the right to dispute an accurate information on my credit report and have it removed. I believe these two entries represent the same day and should not both be listed on my credit report. I have already submitted for reinvestigation and it came back verified without Sending me the proper verification.

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 2024-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint against Portfolio RC regarding a collections that has been wrongfully placed on my consumer report. The collection agency has violated multiple consumer protection laws, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). The specific violations are outlined below : XXXX. Failure to Provide Notice of Debt : * Under FDCPA Section 809 ( a ) ( 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( a ) ), a collection agency must send the consumer a written notice of the debt within five days of the initial communication. The notice must include the amount of the debt, the name of the creditor, and a statement of the consumers rights. The collection agency has failed to send me this notice. If proof of notification is to be provided, it must include a copy of the certified mail with a receipt bearing my signature as validation of the notification. 
* 2. Lack of Validation Information : * Under 12 CFR 1006.34 ( b ) ( 5 ), the collection agency is required to provide validation information for any debt they are attempting to collect. Despite my requests, the agency has failed to provide the necessary validation information, yet they have placed the collection on my consumer report. 
3. Denial of Dispute Rights : * According to 12 CFR 1006.34 ( c ) ( 4 ) ( i ), consumers must be given the opportunity to dispute the account. The collection agency has not provided me with a chance to dispute the debt, thereby denying me my rights under this regulation.

4. False and Misleading Representation : * The collection agency is using false, misleading, and deceptive means to collect the debt, which is a direct violation of the FDCPA. This includes misrepresenting the amount, status, and legal liability of the debt.

5. Failure to Provide Required Disclosures : * The collection agency is in clear violation of 12 CFR 1006.34 ( d ) and 15 USC 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 7 ) ( A ) by furnishing information to consumer reporting agencies without providing any and all disclosures required by law. 

Relevant Legal Precedents : XXXX. XXXX v. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. XXXX ) : * This case underscores the obligation of furnishers to report accurate information and the consequences of failing to do so. 
XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX Cir. XXXX ) : * This case highlights the duty of credit reporting agencies to reinvestigate and ensure the accuracy of reported information. 
XXXX. XXXX v. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ) : * This case focuses on the standards for reasonable investigation under the FCRA.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-27 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I filed a dispute for incorrect information on my credit report. I received an email from the credit bureau stating that they are assuming the disputes are coming from a 3rd party. They in fact did not come from a 3rd party. l even called them to verify it was me and they still refused to process my disputes. I wasted money on mailing my disputes out. I sent personal information to verify my identity through mail, just for them to not thoroughly investigate.

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 2024-05-27 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I filed a dispute for incorrect information on my credit report. I received an email from the credit bureau stating that they are assuming the disputes are coming from a 3rd party. They in fact did not come from a 3rd party. l even called them to verify it was me and they still refused to process my disputes. I wasted money on mailing my disputes out. I sent personal information to verify my identity through mail, just for them to not thoroughly investigate.

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 2024-05-27 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
I filed a dispute for incorrect information on my credit report. I received an email from the credit bureau stating that they are assuming the disputes are coming from a 3rd party. They in fact did not come from a 3rd party. l even called them to verify it was me and they still refused to process my disputes. I wasted money on mailing my disputes out. I sent personal information to verify my identity through mail, just for them to not thoroughly investigate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief