vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
There are accounts on my credit report that should not be there, and I have no connection to them whatsoever. This is not only unfair but also extremely frustrating and concerning. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 15 U.S.C. 1681, I have the right to an accurate credit report, and these errors should not be affecting me. I expect a full investigation and for these mistakes to be corrected immediately. If this isn't handled properly, Ill have no choice but to take legal action to protect my rights.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Managing, opening, or closing your mobile wallet account — 
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX, I received this email : We're contacting you to let you know that we received a Restraining Order from XXXX XXXX XXXX. regarding the case of XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX et al ; Case No. XXXX that affects your Account. A XXXX XXXX is the legal XXXX of property or personal Accounts to satisfy a debt. The XXXX XXXX requires us to restrain any funds in your Account as directed by XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX 

If you have questions, please contact XXXX XXXX, XXXX. at the following : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX sent an attachment of my ch XXXX discharge from XX/XX/XXXX to show that YES Capital was on the list of creditors that were XXXX. 

XX/XX/XXXX the law firm of XXXX XXXX claims an email was sent to venmo and paypal to release the limited hold on my accounts. 

Today XX/XX/XXXX The law firm XXXX XXXX claims they can not do anything it is in paypal 's hands to release the limits on my account. 

Meanwhile I have rent payments, credit card payments, utility payments that are on hold and can not be released.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute the following accounts. I did not owe this debt and it does not belong to me. I never established these accounts. I was contacted by a collection agency regarding the accounts that were obtained under my name. I have no knowledge of obtaining any of the accounts listed here. Please remove these accounts and send me an updated copy of my report after the investigation.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 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: MS

Complaint narrative:
Finding unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries, and false personal information made or reported without my knowledge or agreement completely stunned and grieved me. I've tried to get clarification from the creditors, but they have blatantly refused to give it to me. I demand that the creditors act immediately and be transparent. The creditors must submit pertinent application materials, show proof of express authority for each query, and give comprehensive details about each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and the kinds of credit products involved. To see what I'm complaining about, please refer to the attached 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 2025-03-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: CBC Companies, Inc.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, PA, XXXX XXXX XXXX Monday, Monday XXXX, XXXX To : Innovis XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX GA, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, PA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX XXXX : Formal Complaint Regarding Inaccurate Reporting on My Consumer Credit Report Dear Innovis, XXXX, XXXX XXXX and XXXX, I XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX a natural person , am formally disputing the inaccurate and misleading information on my consumer credit report. For the past several months, I have repeatedly requested an investigation into these violations, yet my disputes have been ignored. These inaccuracies have negatively impacted my livelihood, and your failure to conduct a reasonable and timely investigation violates my rights under federal law. 

One of the primary inaccuracies pertains to my account with XXXX XXXX. Specifically, the payment history for this account is inconsistent across the credit bureaus, yet it has been reported negatively on my consumer file. Additionally, you have failed to provide verifiable proof of the alleged late payments before reporting such derogatory information on my consumer report. 

Your failure to investigate and correct these inaccuracies is in direct violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( Fair Credit Reporting Act ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681s-2 ( Fair Credit Reporting Act ). As per my rights under these federal statutes, I am formally demanding : Immediate removal of the inaccurate accounts and negative marks associated with my XXXX XXXX  account and any other unverifiable information. 
Failure to comply with my request within the legally required timeframe will leave me no choice but to pursue all available legal remedies, including filing complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and potential legal action to protect my rights. 

I expect a response to this formal complaint within 30 days as required by federal law. Please send all correspondence and documentation regarding this dispute to my contact information listed above. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: MS

Complaint narrative:
Finding unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries, and false personal information made or reported without my knowledge or agreement completely stunned and grieved me. I've tried to get clarification from the creditors, but they have blatantly refused to give it to me. I demand that the creditors act immediately and be transparent. The creditors must submit pertinent application materials, show proof of express authority for each query, and give comprehensive details about each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and the kinds of credit products involved. To see what I'm complaining about, please refer to the attached 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 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:
I have not supplied proof under the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX  ) XXXX XXXX XXXX. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX  ) XXXX XXXX XXXX. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am formally disputing the inaccurate inclusion of a bankruptcy on my credit report. I have official documentation from the court that clearly states this bankruptcy should not have been reported to your agency. Despite this confirmation, the bankruptcy remains on my credit file, which is both misleading and unjust. The presence of this incorrect information has the potential to negatively impact my financial standing, and it is crucial that this matter be addressed immediately. 

Additionally, I am deeply concerned about the involvement of an unauthorized third party in this situation. This raises serious questions about the integrity and accuracy of the reporting process, making it even more critical that this issue is investigated and resolved without delay. The presence of unauthorized involvement only amplifies my concerns regarding the security and reliability of 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 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: MN

Complaint narrative:
Experian has failed to fulfill its legal obligations under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of disputed information on my credit report, leaving inaccurate or unverifiable accounts unresolved. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) has recently filed a lawsuit against Experian alleging systemic issues such as failing to forward consumer-provided evidence to furnishers, accepting unreliable responses and failing to adequately notify consumers of dispute outcomes. These failures align with my experience, where Experian has neither corrected nor removed dispute items despite the evidence I provided, causing ongoing harm to my credit standing. I am requesting immediate corrective action to remove or amend the disputed accounts, as XXXX inaction violates federal law in my rights as a consumer.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: DigniFi
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Around XX/XX/scrub>, 2024, I noticed through my credit monitoring service that a late payment had been reported on my credit report for XXXX I have always made my monthly payments on time and have never been late. A review of my payment history will confirm that I consistently pay on time. 

Upon discovering this, I reached out to XXXX for clarification, but they were unable to provide a valid reason for why the balance was reported as late, especially since my original balance had already been paid. Additionally, I was never notified of any late paymentno email or communication was sent to inform me of this issue. 

Given my strong payment history with this company and my certainty that I paid my remaining balance, I am formally disputing this late payment. I kindly request that this be removed from my credit report as it does not accurately reflect my payment behavior.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I REQUEST THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THIS LATE PAYMENT FROM MY ACCOUNT, AS IT IS NOT CORRECT AND DOES NOT SHOW MY TRUE PAYMENT HISTORY. I HAVE ALWAYS MADE MY PAYMENTS ON TIME, AND THIS MISTAKE SHOULD NOT BE THERE. THIS WAS PAID AS AGREED AND SHOULD NOT BE SHOWING NEGATIVELY ON MY REPORT. PLEASE UPDATE MY ACCOUNT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Finding unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries, and false personal information made or reported without my knowledge or agreement completely stunned and grieved me. I've tried to get clarification from the creditors, but they have blatantly refused to give it to me. I demand that the creditors act immediately and be transparent. The creditors must submit pertinent application materials, show proof of express authority for each query, and give comprehensive details about each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and the kinds of credit products involved. To see what I'm complaining about, please refer to the attached 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX  ) XXXX XXXX XXXX. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint to request the deletion of a specific account from my credit report with Experian Information Solutions Inc. due to inaccurate and inconsistent information, based on my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ). 
Details of the Account in Dispute : Account Number : XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX Creditor Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Incorrect information identified in reports from all three credit bureaus. 
Legal Grounds for Information Deletion : Right to Accurate Information ( FCRA, Section 609 - 15 U.S.C. 1681g ) : I request that the authenticity of this account be manually verified with the original creditor, rather than relying on the automated e-OSCAR system, and that I receive a detailed explanation of the verification process.

Reinvestigation of Disputed Information ( FCRA, Section 611 - 15 U.S.C. 1681i ) : Under this section, I demand a full reinvestigation of the account and immediate correction of any inaccurate information.

Deletion of Inaccurate or Unverified Information ( FCRA, Section 611 ( 5 ) - 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( 5 ) ) : In accordance with the FCRA, if the information can not be verified, it must be removed from the report.

Responsibility of Information Furnishers ( FCRA, Section 623 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) - 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) ) : The creditors inability to validate this information warrants its removal.

Compliance with Accuracy Procedures ( FCRA, Section 607 - 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ) ) : The inaccuracy in my report suggests a failure to adhere to required accuracy procedures.

Permissible Purposes for Access ( FCRA, Section 604 - 15 U.S.C. 1681b ) : I request confirmation that access to my report was legitimate. If it was not, I request the removal of any unauthorized data.

Truth in Lending Act ( TILA, Section 1601 - 15 U.S.C. 1601 ) : TILA reinforces my right to accurate information, and the presence of this inaccurate account contradicts that right. 

Supporting Case Law : In XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ), the responsibility of credit bureaus to adequately investigate consumer disputes is emphasized. XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX further reinforces the obligation to maintain reasonable procedures to ensure accuracy.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 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:
15 U.S.C. 1681 is a section of the U.S. Code that establishes the purpose and findings of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). The FCRA is a law that protects consumers ' privacy and ensures the accuracy and fairness of credit reporting.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: KS

Complaint narrative:
Tried adding a credit freeze to Experian on XX/XX/year>. 

Keep getting emails from Experian that my credit is NOT frozen. 

When I login, it shows credit IS frozen. 

I've called every number I can find and can not reach a human or get an answer to my question. I used chat and AI told me my credit was frozen. Very confusing and frustrating to not reach a human. Is my credit frozen or not, and if so, why do I receive emails saying the opposite?

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX I'm requesting a Factual Reinvestigation of the late payment reporting to my credit on XX/XX/2022. I'm requesting the Full Internal Account Payment History of this account. I'm also requesting the name of the person that provided the Factual Documents of the Full Internal Payment History & the method used to for verification of the late 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Rental debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: FAIR COLLECTIONS & OUTSOURCING, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to dispute the following information in my credit report. I have contacted the company reporting this information, FAIR COLLECTIONS & OUTSOURCING, but they have not provided me with any information regarding the debt. The details of the account are as follows : Account Name : FAIR COLLECTIONS & OUTSOURCING Account Number : XXXX Account Type : Collection Responsibility : Individual Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Status : Collection account, {$6900.00} past due as of XX/XX/XXXX Status Updated : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$6900.00} Balance Updated : XX/XX/XXXX I believe this information is inaccurate because I have not received any documentation or validation of this debt from FAIR COLLECTIONS & OUTSOURCING. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am requesting that this information be investigated and removed from my credit report if it can not be verified. 


Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your response. 

Sincerely,

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Unable to get your credit report or credit score — Other problem getting your report or credit score
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the unavailability of my credit data from your bureau. As a diligent consumer who consistently monitors their credit profile, I am troubled by the recent discovery that vital information seems to be missing from your records. Despite being proactive in managing my finances and ensuring timely payments on all accounts, I have encountered significant hurdles due to the absence of my credit data from your bureau. This has not only caused inconvenience but has also put me in a precarious position, especially concerning recent financial transactions and loan applications. I have made numerous attempts to address this issue through your customer service channels, but regrettably, the resolution process has been slow and ineffective. As a result, I find myself facing unnecessary challenges in accessing essential financial services and opportunities.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief