vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-28 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
I have already sent a letter addressing the inaccuracies and unknown items on my credit report, but unfortunately, I have not received any response even after 30 days. It feels like I'm being taken advantage of and my disputes are being ignored. According to Section 611 ( a ), if these items are not investigated within 30 days, they should be promptly removed from my credit report. Since it has been over 30 days, I expect these accounts to be updated immediately. If not, I will have no choice but to pursue legal action due to the stress this situation has caused me. Additionally, my information was also affected by the XXXX, Experian, and XXXX data breach, which raises concerns about the security of my personal data.

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 2024-10-28 00:00:00
Product: Prepaid card — General-purpose prepaid card
Issue: Problem with a purchase or transfer — Charged for a purchase or transfer you did not make with the card
Company: Incomm Holdings Inc.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
I was given a Vanilla Visa Gift card for {$280.00} as a birthday present in XX/XX/year> to use toward an event happening in XX/XX/year>. I opened the card out of the packaging for the first time to use it in XX/XX/year> and there was only {$0.00} balance on the card. I went to the Vanilla Visa website to report the issue ( when I checked the balance, it showed two transactions I didn't make made in XX/XX/year> ). I have tried at least 10 times on different days to report the fraudulent use of the card through their website, and it gives me an error every time. When I call customer service, it directs me to submit the problem on their website, and there is no option to talk to a real person at all. How can it be that their only form of reporting the unauthorized transactions is on their website but it doesn't actually go through? This is shady business practice, since I saw that there is a lawsuit against them for knowingly selling cards that were easy to compromise, and then on top of that, there is no functional way to report unauthorized transactions to them to possibly recover the funds.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-28 00:00:00
Product: Debt or credit management — Credit repair services
Issue: Confusing or misleading advertising or marketing — 
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: OK

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to report an error on my Experian credit report regarding my Social Security number. The incorrect SSN listed has caused confusion and could lead to further issues with my credit profile. Please correct this error promptly to ensure the accuracy of my credit information. 

i have inclosed a photo of my id ssn and my address 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 2024-10-28 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, NC XXXX Dear XXXX, Transunion XXXX XXXX, This letter is being sent to you in response to a recent charge that was made on my credit report that I dont recognize. 

Be advised this is not a refusal to pay, but a notice sent pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 USC 1692g stating your claim is disputed and validation is requested.

This is NOT a request for verification or proof of my mailing address, but a request for VALIDATION made pursuant to the above-named Title and Section. I respectfully request your office provide me with competent evidence that I have any legal obligations to pay.

At this time, I will also inform you that if your offices have reported invalidated information to any of the XXXX major credit bureaus ( XXXX, XXXX, or Transunion ) this action may constitute fraud under both Federal and State Laws. Due to this fact, if any negative marks found on any of my credit reports by your company or the company you represent, I will not hesitate in bringing legal action against you and your client for the following : Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and Defamation of Character.

If your offices are able to provide the proper documentation as requested in the following Declaration, I will require at least 30 days to investigate this information, during which time all collection activity must cease and desist. Also, during this validation period, if any action was taken which could be considered detrimental to any of my credit reports, I will consult with my legal counsel for suit. This includes any listings of any information to a credit reporting repository that could be inaccurate or invalidated. 

If your office fails to respond to this validation request within 30 days from the date of your receipt, all references to this account must be deleted and completely removed from my credit file and a copy of such deletion request shall be sent to me immediately. 


Sincerely, 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 2024-10-28 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
Hello I recently reviewed my consumer report and I noticed that there were two late payments on my account with XXXX XXXX  open XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX open XX/XX/XXXX that I havent been late for. In addition to that, I have also noticed that several of my consumer rights have been violated in the midst of these late payments being added to my credit report. According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), as outlined in 15 USC 1681e ( b ), consumer reporting agencies are responsible for providing maximum accuracy when reporting consumer information, however my consumer report has several inaccuracies that I have attached below. In addition to that late payments are considered transactions due to the late fees that are associated with credit cards & according to 15 U.S. Code 1681a 2 ( A ) ( i ) consumer reports should not include information pertaining to any transactions or experiences between the consumer and the originator of the report. If this is the case, late payments that I am not responsible for should definitely not be reported on my consumer report! I am aware of several other consumer rights that have been violated and I am prepared to settle for civil liability damages that I have suffered as a result of your violations. Please investigate and provide proof with statements showing that these payments were late. If proof can not be provided, I ask that any late payments associated with XXXX XXXX for the months of XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX for the months of XXXX XXXX, XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX for the month of XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX & XX/XX/XXXX be updated to paid as agreed on time and NOT DELETED so the account can remain active. Thank You! Please see the attached screenshot to view the late payments and inaccuracies that I am disputing. Your cooperation in this matter is crucial to ensure the accuracy of my credit report and to safeguard my rights as a consumer under the FCRA. I appreciate your prompt attention to this dispute and look forward to a resolution in a timely manner.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-28 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Closing an account — Company closed your account
Company: SOFI TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Im honestly perplexed as to why Sofi chose to close my account. As a vendor, I relied on Sofi banking to send and receive funds through XXXX, especially since other online banking apps dont support it. On XX/XX/year>, I received an email informing me that my account was restricted due to activity that allegedly violated the authorized activity guidelines. This restriction meant I couldnt withdraw or deposit any money into my account. When I called the number provided in the email, I was transferred to a different representative who was unhelpful. When I inquired about the specific activity in question, the man simply stated that my account was set to be closed and refused to provide any further details. He mentioned he would forward my concerns to someone higher up, who would reach out to me, but I never received that promised call. 

I remained confused because I only utilized the app for direct deposits and XXXX transactions. During this waiting period, I kept receiving emails indicating that my account was in the negative, but I was unable to move any funds due to the restrictions. Finally, on XX/XX/year>, I received an email notifying me that my account had been closed because it had been negative for the past 60 days. I found this extremely unfair on Sofi 's part. Their initial claim of a violation wasnt backed by any evidence or explanation, and it seemed unjust for them to close my account due to a negative balance when they had restricted my access for those very 60 days, preventing my direct deposits from clearing and rectifying the negative balance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-28 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I previously submitted a letter addressing the inaccuracies and unfamiliar items on my credit report. However, it has now been over 30 days, and I have not received a response. It appears my disputes are being disregarded, which raises serious concerns. Under Section 611 ( a ) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), credit reporting agencies are required to investigate disputed items within 30 days. If they fail to do so, these items must be removed from my report.

As more than 30 days have passed, I expect immediate updates to my credit report reflecting the removal of these disputed accounts. Should this not be addressed promptly, I will be left with no option but to pursue legal action to resolve this issue, as the continued inaction has caused significant stress. 

Moreover, I was affected by the XXXX, XXXX, and TransUnion data breaches, which heightens my concern regarding the security and handling of my personal information.

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 2024-10-28 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
I sent a letter regarding the errors and unfamiliar entries on my credit report, but sadly, I haven't heard back in over 30 days. It seems like my concerns are being overlooked, and I feel taken advantage of. As per Section 611 ( a ), if these issues aren't investigated within 30 days, they should be removed from my credit report without delay. I might need to pursue legal action because of the stress this situation has put me under.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-28 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:
I am writing to formally notify you that I have been a victim of a data breach, and fraudulent accounts and inquiries have been made using my personal information. I am requesting immediate action to block and permanently delete all accounts and inquiries that were created or accessed without my consent, in accordance with 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 605 ( b ).

Below is a detailed list of the fraudulent accounts that must be blocked and deleted from my credit file : Fraudulent Accounts : Chapter XXXX Bankruptcy - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} DEPTEDXXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} DEPT OF EDUCATION/XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} DEPT OF EDUCATIONXXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} DEPTEDXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} DEPTEDXXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX XXXX {$00.00} DEPTEDXXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} DEPTEDXXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} DEPT OF EDUCATION/XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} DEPT OF EDUCATIONXXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} Unauthorized Inquiries : 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

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 2024-10-28 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
Upon reviewing my credit report, I have identified inaccurate accounts that need reporting and correction through your company.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-28 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
Upon reviewing my credit report, I have identified inaccurate accounts that need reporting and correction through your company.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-28 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I lodged a complaint with these Bureaus a month ago, but unfortunately, the inaccurate information on my report still remains. I haven't received any communication from the Bureaus, except for the notification that you sent stating that the company has responded to my complaint. How can I be certain that they have thoroughly checked the inaccuracies on my report? What methods did they employ to validate the accounts? This whole situation is incredibly frustrating! It's been more than 30 days since I filed a complaint with these Bureaus, and yet the disputed accounts have not been updated. If this continues, I will have no choice but to take legal action due to the immense stress this has caused me. Moreover, I am also concerned about the security of my personal data, as it was affected by the Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX data breach.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-28 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I'm really not sure what happened. I have mailed off letters to the credit bureaus continuously and thus far I have not gotten a response. My name is XXXX XXXX and I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.

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 2024-10-28 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: NV

Complaint narrative:
I carefully review my credit report to ensure the accuracy of my accounts, and I have never been late on a payment. Its possible that there is an error in the reporting.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-28 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: NV

Complaint narrative:
I carefully review my credit report to ensure the accuracy of my accounts, and I have never been late on a payment. Its possible that there is an error in the 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 2024-10-28 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I carefully review my credit report to ensure the accuracy of my accounts, and I have never been late on a payment. Its possible that there is an error in the 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-28 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I recently received a copy of my credit report, and I noticed some accounts on my consumer report that should not be on there. Please help me to validate the misreporting on my credit report and remove the inaccurate information found in my credit file.

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 2024-10-28 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I recently received a copy of my credit report, and I noticed some accounts on my consumer report that should not be on there. Please help me to validate the misreporting on my credit report and remove the inaccurate information found in my credit file.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-28 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 formally file a complaint regarding unauthorized accounts that persist on my credit report despite my repeated efforts to have them removed. These accounts are causing significant damage to my financial reputation and overall well-being. It is evident that the inclusion of these fraudulent items violates 15 USC 1681b regarding permissible purposes, as the credit bureaus have no legitimate reason to report them without my explicit consent. Please refer to the attached file detailing these items I am disputing.

The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 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. So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft. ''

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-28 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 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