vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-22 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: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
There are multiple utility companies brokering utility services in Texas, that accounts have been opened in my name, which is a very common name. I have never been to Texas, I do not own any properties, nor have I done any business in Texas. I have always resided in California. The companies involved, after directly contacting them and speaking at length about these accounts that are not mine, and refuse to investigate their own systems for the information provided upon opening of the utility service in order to connect to the true owner of the accounts. They wish to have me provide additional personal data to prove it isnt me. Being that this is obviously identity theft or an outright error, I have not provided my personal information to this unverified company. The debts owed have been sold to XXXX XXXX and Portfolio Recovery Services, which also have failed to provide any information or actually proof of my ownership other than my name, which is a very common name.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-22 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
There are multiple utility companies brokering utility services in Texas, that accounts have been opened in my name, which is a very common name. I have never been to Texas, I do not own any properties, nor have I done any business in Texas. I have always resided in California. The companies involved, after directly contacting them and speaking at length about these accounts that are not mine, and refuse to investigate their own systems for the information provided upon opening of the utility service in order to connect to the true owner of the accounts. They wish to have me provide additional personal data to prove it isnt me. Being that this is obviously identity theft or an outright error, I have not provided my personal information to this unverified company. The debts owed have been sold to XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX, which also have failed to provide any information or actually proof of my ownership other than my name, which is a very common name.

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 2024-03-22 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:
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, XXXX, and Experian. 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-22 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 please remove this fraud inquiry from my credit report.

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 2024-03-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
See the attached documents. I want the bureau to start the investigation on these accounts. I am never been late on this account.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-22 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: DISCOVER BANK
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Georgia XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX NOTICE TO AGENT IS NOTICE TO PRINCIPAL NOTICE TO PRINCIPAL IS NOTICE TO AGENT RE : Unauthorized inquiry to my consumer report ; demand for Deletion and {$1000.00} Settlement. 

To : Whom it may concern You are in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), [ 15 U.S.C 1681b ( a ) 3 ( f ) ( i )., for unlawfully obtaining my XXXX consumer report on XX/XX/XXXX without my authorization or a permissible purpose under the 15 USC 1681 Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA } and its guidelines for permissible purpose. 
A person shall not use or obtain a consumer report for any purpose unless ; 1. The consumer report is obtained for a purpose for which the consumer report is authorized to be furnished under this section.

2. The purpose is certified in accordance with section 1681b ( f ). XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX XXXX  ).

15 USC 1681b ( c ) Furnishing reports in connection with credit or insurance transactions that are not initiated by consumer ( 3 ) Information regarding inquiries ; Except as provided in section 1681g ( a ) ( 5 ) of this title, a consumer reporting agency shall not furnish to any person a record of inquiries in connection with a credit or insurance transaction that is not initiated by a consumer. 


I have not initiated any transaction with XXXX XXXX, Further, I do not have an account as defined under 15 U.S.C. 1693a ( 2 ) with Credit for review or collection. 

Furthermore, under the FCRA, Any person who knowingly and willfully obtains information on a consumer from a consumer reporting agency under false pretenses shall be fined under title 18, imprisoned for not more than 2 years, or both, 15 U.S.C. 1681n ( a ). 



15 U.S. Code 1681q - Obtaining information under false pretenses Any person who knowingly and willfully obtains information on a consumer from a consumer reporting agency under false pretenses shall be fined under title 18, imprisoned for not more than 2 years, or both.

616. Civil liability for willful noncompliance [ 15 U.S.C. 1681n ] ( a ) In general. Any person who willfully fails to comply with any requirement imposed under this title with respect to any consumer is liable to that consumer in an amount equal to the sum of ( 1 ) ( 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} ; or ( 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 ; Specified Remedy : Please send payment Via Check Payable to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Georgia XXXX Yours Sincerely XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I've consistently upheld the practice of making timely payments on this account, preventing any instances of overdue payments. The existence of late payment remarks on my accounts leaves me uncertain. In accordance with 15 USC 1666b - Billing Error, corrections should be applied if discrepancies are found.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
Transunion, XXXX, and XXXX continue to report inaccurate information on my consumer report. My name is XXXX XXXX there should be no other name variations on my consumer report if it is it is incorrect and should be deleted immediately. My address is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, IL XXXX any other address is not correct and causing me not to have my mail delivered in a timely fashion due to the numerous incorrect addresses on my report. 

( a ) Accuracy and fairness of credit reporting The Congress makes the following findings : ( 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.

( 2 ) An elaborate mechanism has been developed for investigating and evaluating the credit worthiness, credit standing, credit capacity, character, and general reputation of consumers.

( 3 ) Consumer reporting agencies have assumed a vital role in assembling and evaluating consumer credit and other information on consumers.

( 4 ) There is a need to insure that consumer reporting agencies exercise their grave responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and a respect for the consumers right to privacy.

( b ) Reasonable procedures It is the purpose of this subchapter to require that consumer reporting agencies adopt reasonable procedures for meeting the needs of commerce for consumer credit, personnel, insurance, and other information in a manner which is fair and equitable to the consumer, with regard to the confidentiality, accuracy, relevancy, and proper utilization of such information in accordance with the requirements of this subchapter.

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 2024-03-22 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
It appears that my credit file has been compromised. Again, I was going through my records & noticed many items which do not belong to me. Since Im a stickler for research, I found that under section 605b of the FCRA you are required by law to remove any items which is found to be fraud due to identity theft. The dispute items do not belong to me. Im attaching the required FTC Report for you and the bank 's records. Please remove these items. 
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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 2024-03-22 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:
It appears that my credit file has been compromised. Again, I was going through my records & noticed many items which do not belong to me. Since Im a stickler for research, I found that under section 605b of the FCRA you are required by law to remove any items which is found to be fraud due to identity theft. The dispute items do not belong to me. Im attaching the required FTC Report for you and the bank 's records. Please remove these items. 
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Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Larry H. Miller Group of Companies
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I asked that this information be removed off my credit report immediately

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-22 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Savings account
Issue: Managing an account — Funds not handled or disbursed as instructed
Company: GOLDMAN SACHS BANK USA
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I have multiple recurring transfers setup in various external accounts requesting money from my Marcus by Goldman Sachs savings. The transactions were successful until recently when Marcus starts to reject these transfer requests SILENTLY. There is no communication from Marcus and no transaction records on Marcus side. I only find out when the requesting banks notified me. There are two such transactions - XX/XX/year> : Transfer request from external account A for XXXX XXXX, rejected due to " Account Frozen '' - XX/XX/year> : Transfer request from external account B for XXXX XXXX rejected due to " Account Frozen '' I have sufficient funds in Marcus, but not able to pull them out. As a result, I was charged rejection fees by the external banks. Based on my research on the internet, this seems to be a result of Marcus ' over sensitive fraud detection system.

I tried to speak to Marcus ' customer support. They were not very helpful. All they said was " we don't have transaction records, you should talk to the external bank instead. '' Given this, I not only got charged with the reject fee now, my future requests could also be at risk. Specifically, future transfer request could be 1 ) silently rejected, 2 ) I won't be able to disburse my funds in time, 3 ) I will get penalized by a rejection fee.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Other features, terms, or problems — Other problem
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
The information on my credit card was changed without my permission. I did not personally update the account information, or give anyone permission to change the account information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Resurgent Capital Services L.P.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
i aske that this information be removed off my credit report LVNV FUNDING LLC Reported : XXXX XXXX, XXXX  - {$48.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am reaching out in a respectful manner to address the inaccuracies found in the information reported on my credit file. Despite the frustration I feel about this situation, I recognize that errors can inadvertently occur. I trust that you will take the necessary measures to promptly rectify this matter. 
The presence of these inaccurate late payment entries is negatively impacting my ability to secure the necessary credit, significantly lowering my credit score. Seeking guidance from professionals has confirmed the existence of legal safeguards designed to prevent the dissemination of inaccurate credit information. I approach this matter with utmost seriousness and I kindly request the swift removal of the late payment designations from my account.

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 2024-03-22 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
To dispute the inclusion of this bankruptcy on my credit report. The dates filed and reported, as well as the closing dates, do not align. This situation is highly concerning as I possess a letter from the court clearly stating that this bankruptcy should not be reported to you. Furthermore, the involvement of an unauthorized third party adds to the absurdity of this situation.

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 2024-03-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement — Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement
Company: Chime Financial Inc
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute several unauthorized transactions that appeared on my XXXX credit card statement. I am deeply concerned about the lack of adherence to the XXXX XXXX Liability policy by XXXX, the card issuer, and I request your assistance in resolving this matter promptly. 

I have identified the unauthorized transactions as follows : 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 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 Amount  : - {$0.00} Additionally, there is an unauthorized charge on my account from XXXX for an amount of {$120.00}. 

I want to emphasize that I did not authorize any of these transactions, and I promptly reported them to XXXXXXXX XXXX customer service. However, XXXX has failed to take appropriate action in accordance with the XXXX XXXX XXXX policy. I have attached copies of my credit card statements highlighting these unauthorized transactions, as well as the correspondence with XXXX customer service for your reference. 

As per the XXXX XXXX XXXX policy, cardholders are protected from any unauthorized transactions made on their XXXX cards. It is the responsibility of the card issuer to ensure that such charges are properly investigated and resolved in a timely manner. I kindly request that the XXXX Chargeback Department intervene in this dispute and help rectify this situation promptly. The total amount of unauthorized charges is {$200.00}. 

company told me to file a dispute which I have but they will not honor their zero liability policy and when you ask them about the policy they hang up the phone on you.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-03-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
I did not authorize these inquiries and strongly doubt their authenticity. I urge you to conduct a detailed examination and promptly remove them from my credit history.

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 2024-03-22 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
FCRA 605B mandates the elimination of any erroneous accounts from my credit report. Could you review the documents? Several of the listed accounts are inaccurate in terms of their reporting.

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 2024-03-22 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: RentDebt Automated Collections, LLC
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Company replied with lease that was not signed or authorized by me. I have never signed a lease with this company or the company they allegedly purchased account from.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation