vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone
Company: LEXISNEXIS
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
Evrything tarted back on XXXX of 2014 I had decided to open a saving account with XXXXXXXX XXXX on line yes they were many popupd so I activaded the adblocked and a black screen came up on my computer quicly compuyrt comprimised and I Disconected it and then after 20 minutes turned the pc on and it worked normally after 5 minutes it came back again and large blue screen I was doing something and my account from XXXX XXXX was comprimised that day I called geeks on site to remove the blue screen they did and when the computer came back it was on XXXX XXXX on line account the balance read XXXX dollars I lost that day XXXX I had to pay the card up and asked XXXX XXXX to un report once it got payed up and they did but some time later XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Never had any account with these creditors as i know as there intrest rate and services are

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-13 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:
I am listing accounts and inquiries below that have been reported inaccurately on my credit report. In compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and as a gesture of respect to the Federal Trade Commission Committee on accuracy and completeness of credit information I am formally writing in today to dispute negative information appearing on my credit. This incorrect information is greatly hindering me from getting the credit score I deserve and hopefully, this letter will resolve all the issues on my credit.

I demand to see Verifiable Proof ( an original Consumer Contract with my Signature on it ) of the accounts listed below. Your failure to positively verify these accounts and inquiries has hurt my ability to obtain credit. 

Items that need attention : XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} - Charge off XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance Owed : {$540.00} - Collection

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 2024-11-13 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Formal Complaint Regarding Delay in Unblocking Credit Report under FCRA Dear Equifax Consumer Services, I am writing to formally dispute Equifax 's delay in unblocking my credit report. I have complied with all requests and submitted the necessary documentation to verify my identity and address, as per Equifaxs instructions. I sent the requested documents on Monday, XX/XX/year>, which were confirmed received and uploaded into your system on Monday, XX/XX/year>. 

On XX/XX/year>, I was assured by XXXX ( Employee ID : XXXX ) that my credit report would be unblocked immediately. However, despite this confirmation, my report remained inaccessible. As of today, Wednesday, XX/XX/year>, I have spoken with XXXX ( Employee ID : XXXX ) from your Consumer Affairs Department, who stated that it will take an additional XXXX hours. This response is unacceptable, as I was promised resolution on XX/XX/XXXX. 

The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) mandates that credit reporting agencies must maintain fair, timely, and accurate access to consumer credit reports. The delay in restoring access to my credit file is both unwarranted and unlawful, as I have fulfilled all Equifaxs verification requests. This unresolved matter is now hindering my ability to access necessary credit, potentially impacting my financial stability and access to essential financial products. 

In light of the FCRA, I request that Equifax unblock my credit report without further delay, as I have a right to timely access to my credit information. Additionally, I request written confirmation that my credit report is accessible once the issue is resolved. 

Please also provide a direct contact within your Consumer Affairs department to ensure I receive timely updates. 

I trust that Equifax will uphold its legal obligations under the FCRA, restore my access to my credit file, and prevent further adverse effects to my financial situation. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: I.C. System, Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft. I recently learned that my personal information was used to open an account at your company. I did not open or authorize this account, and I request that it be closed immediately. Please send me written confirmation that I am not responsible for charges on this account and take appropriate steps to remove information about this account from my credit files. I have enclosed a copy of my FTC Identity Theft Report. Because the information you are reporting is the result of identity theft, and inaccurate, I request that you stop reporting this information to the CRAs, as directed by section 623 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( B ) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( B ). I ask that you take these steps as soon as possible. I also have enclosed a copy of the FTC 's Notice to Furnishers, which explains your responsibilities when reporting information to CRAs. Please stop reporting this fraudulent information, investigate this matter, and delete any disputed items as soon as possible. Please send me a letter explaining your findings and actions. I am a victim of identity theft, and I am writing to dispute the following fraudulent charges on 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 2024-11-13 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant of FCRA Section 605B ( 15 U.S.C. Section 1681c-2 ) that you, the Experian credit reporting agency, block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of XXXX : Account number : 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  These accounts have resulted in several hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. I have listed these fraudulent accounts that are on the report that is being maintained by you. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections, or hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report that is being maintained by you were not opened, made, or initiated by me. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint # XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.

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 2024-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Opening an account — Account opened without my consent or knowledge
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
This is now the fourth time someone in a completely different state has opened a checking account in my name with my social security number at Bank of America. I call every time and I have to sit on the phone for 40 minutes to get them to close it. Every time I ask them to put a block on my name and Social Security number at their bank because I will never open an account with them. They say that people can open these accounts online using my information but accounts aren't " active '' until they go to a branch with forms of ID. That is great and all but I keep receiving debit cards to my address, statements with attempts to cash fraudulent checks, etc. I have blocked my credit report so they can not open a credit card, but for some reason it continuously allows them to open checking accounts. 
I received a text today that someone opened ANOTHER account in my name and tried to use the debit account at a XXXX in IL. I am fed up with taking time out of my day to fix a problem that is not mine. All the representatives I have worked with at BOA have been so helpful and amazing- however they are only temporarily fixing the issue.

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 2024-11-13 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:
I am writing to dispute fraudulent information on my credit report pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 and to request that this information be blocked. I have enclosed a copy of my Police Report/FTC Identity Theft Report ( FTC REPORT NUMBER : XXXX ) to support my identity theft claim. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2, when a consumer submits an identity theft report, credit reporting agencies must block any information identified by the consumer as resulting from identity theft within four business days.

The following information on my credit report is the result of identity theft and should be blocked : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX As required by 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2, please block this fraudulent information from my credit report immediately. This information should be blocked for one year, at which point I may request an extension of the block. During the block, you may not report nor verify any fraudulent information.

Several times I have called the bureau reporting these fraudulent accounts in my report and CREDIT BUREAU has not wanted to give me a solution to this problem where I am being totally affected to be able to acquire a new house for my children. These collections were eliminated and not verified by other bureaus. I dont understand how they usually say that these accounts are mine. 

I have requested contracts from this company with my information and for more than 60 days have not received any response from them. Please help me immediately delete these accounts. Here I add the FTC report, hoping that you make a better decision in my situation, thank you.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-13 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:
I am writing to dispute fraudulent information on my credit report pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 and to request that this information be blocked. I have enclosed a copy of my Police Report/FTC Identity Theft Report ( FTC REPORT NUMBER : XXXX ) to support my identity theft claim. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2, when a consumer submits an identity theft report, credit reporting agencies must block any information identified by the consumer as resulting from identity theft within four business days. 

The following information on my credit report is the result of identity theft and should be blocked : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX As required by 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2, please block this fraudulent information from my credit report immediately. This information should be blocked for one year, at which point I may request an extension of the block. During the block, you may not report nor verify any fraudulent information.

Several times I have called the bureau reporting these fraudulent accounts in my report and CREDIT BUREAU has not wanted to give me a solution to this problem where I am being totally affected to be able to acquire a new house for my children. These collections were eliminated and not verified by other bureaus. I dont understand how they usually say that these accounts are mine.

I have requested contracts from this company with my information and for more than 60 days have not received any response from them. Please help me immediately delete these accounts. Here I add the FTC report, hoping that you make a better decision in my situation, thank you.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Telecommunications debt
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: Valor Intelligent Processing, LLC
State: MN

Complaint narrative:
Debt collection company employed by XXXX to collect debts. Set payments to autopay at {$400.00} a month, called to change the amount they take every month to be told the account was sent back to XXXX. I check XXXX  to see how much my balance went down upon paying {$800.00} and found that no payments that I made were applied to my balance due with XXXX.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MO

Complaint narrative:
My credit report shows accounts I dont recognize and didnt authorize. Please take action to block and remove these fraudulent entries immediately.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-13 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681.

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 a 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 agency 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 2024-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am formally submitting a dispute regarding the unauthorized and inaccurate information currently on my credit report. Upon a thorough review, I have identified multiple significant discrepancies that do not accurately reflect my financial history or actions. These inaccuracies include accounts that I did not open, incorrect personal information, and inquiries conducted without my consent. I request that you investigate and remove the following items : Personal Information : Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Also Known As : XXXX XXXX Also Known As : XXXX, XXXX, Previous Address ( es ) : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Previous Address ( es ) : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX CA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Collection/Charge Off : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX {$290.00} Late Payment : CXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-13 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
DUE TO XXXX, THESE ACCOUNTS WERE CREATED WITHOUT MY PERMISSION.

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 2024-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Problem caused by your funds being low — Overdrafts and overdraft fees
Company: NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I have been charged overdraft fees for years causing my account to go negative

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information is missing that should be on the report
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
The fraud alert was placed on my credit file due to a past incident of identity theft, but the situation has been resolved, and I no longer require the alert. As such, I kindly ask for your assistance in removing the fraud alert promptly to ensure that my credit transactions proceed smoothly without unnecessary disruptions. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

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 2024-11-13 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:
I am requesting the information regarding the method of verification employed by your bureau to confirm the accuracy of disputed items on my credit report. 

As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), consumers have the right to know how disputed items on their credit reports are verified. Therefore, I kindly request that you provide me with detailed information regarding the following : The specific method or process used by your bureau to verify disputed items. 
The identity of the entity or entities responsible for conducting the verification process. 

Any documentation or evidence used to substantiate the accuracy of the disputed items. 

I understand the importance of accurate and fair credit reporting, and I appreciate your cooperation in providing me with transparency regarding the verification process. This information is crucial for me to fully understand the basis on which disputed items on my credit report were confirmed as accurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
Under 15 USC 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) subject to subsection ( f ) and except as provided in subsection ( g ), If the completeness or accuracy of any item of information contained in a consumer 's file at a consumer reporting agency is disputed by the consumer and the consumer notifies the agency directly or indirectly through a reseller, of such dispute, the agency shall, free of charge, conduct a reasonable reinvestigation to determine whether the disputed information is inaccurate and record the current status of the disputed information, or delete the item from the file in accordance with paragraph ( 5 ), before the end of the 30-day period beginning on the date on which the agency receives the notice of the dispute from the consumer or reseller. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account Number : 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 2024-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan — Payday loan
Issue: Received a loan you didn't apply for — 
Company: Populus Financial Group, Inc. (F/K/A Ace Cash Express)
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
employee use my checking account to deposit XXXX i did not authorize this. 10 year ago i got a loan i never been back since so how did they get my information to do this remove me from all their office files compensate for fraud for using my bank account information they can do this again. i dont feel safe.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation