vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Medical debt
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: Collection Bureau Services, Inc.
State: ID

Complaint narrative:
The collection company is attempting to collect on a medical debt that is in error. I have attempted to resolve this dispute with the company to no avail.

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 2024-08-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card — Card opened without my consent or knowledge
Company: Block, Inc.
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/XXXX : received fraudulent cash app credit card made under a previous legal name that I haven't used in 10 years. 
XX/XX/XXXX : opened case # XXXX over the phone to have card closed and charges removed, did not receive a follow up email XX/XX/XXXX : called XXXX 3 times to speak with fraud department. Was hung up on 3 times because I was unable to verify the account- it was made with a different phone $ and/or email account than my own. I was able to find out that a charge was made to the account on XX/XX/XXXX ( after I had already called to report the fraudulent account )

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 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:
I AM SUBMITTING THIS WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE AND THIS IS NOT A THIRD PARTY. THE CREDIT BUREAUS STATED MY XXXX WAS PROPERLY INVESTIGATED BUT HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE IF THE OPEN DATE IS INACCURATE, THE DATE LAST ACTIVE IS INACCURATE, AND THE DATE LAST REPORTED IS NOT ACCURATE? THIS GROUND FOR REMOVAL, THEY ALSO VIOLATED MY RIGHTS UNDER 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 602 A. STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY. 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 604 SECTION 2. IT ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CAN NOT FURNISH AN ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED LETTERS.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I have noticed several items on my credit report that I do not recognize. It appears that someone may have stolen my identity, as I did not authorize these accounts. I have previously raised this issue, and I am now requesting that these accounts be removed from my report immediately. The presence of these unauthorized accounts is causing me significant distress. They do not accurately reflect my credit history or financial management, and dealing with this issue has been challenging. If this matter is not resolved, I am prepared to pursue legal action to protect my rights and seek a resolution. These erroneous items on my credit report are significantly impacting my ability to achieve important financial goals, such as purchasing a home and supporting my family. I hope we can resolve this issue promptly.

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 2024-08-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I have noticed several items on my credit report that I do not recognize. It appears that someone may have stolen my identity, as I did not authorize these accounts. I have previously raised this issue, and I am now requesting that these accounts be removed from my report immediately. The presence of these unauthorized accounts is causing me significant distress. They do not accurately reflect my credit history or financial management, and dealing with this issue has been challenging. If this matter is not resolved, I am prepared to pursue legal action to protect my rights and seek a resolution. These erroneous items on my credit report are significantly impacting my ability to achieve important financial goals, such as purchasing a home and supporting my family. I hope we can resolve this issue promptly.

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 2024-08-16 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: CT

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX Dear Third Party Credit Bureaus XXXX, XXXX XXXX Transunion Subject : Dispute Regarding Unauthorized Disclosure of Nonpublic Personal Information under 15 U.S.C. 6802 I am writing to formally dispute the unauthorized disclosure of my nonpublic personal information by XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. Under the provisions of 15 U.S.C. 6802, I am entitled to privacy protection regarding my personal financial information, and it has come to my attention that this right has been violated. 
On, XX/XX/year> became aware that my personal financial information was disclosed to XXXX XXXX XXXX without my consent and without providing me the opportunity to opt out, as required by federal law. This disclosure was done in violation of 15 U.S.C. 6802, which mandates that financial institutions provide a clear and conspicuous notice of their privacy policies and obtain explicit consent or provide an opportunity to opt out before sharing such information with nonaffiliated third parties. Notification of Negative Information ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-1 ) : Financial institutions are required to notify consumers within 30 days if they furnish negative information to a consumer reporting agency. 

I demand that you take the following actions immediately : 1. Cease and desist any further unauthorized disclosure of my nonpublic personal information.

2. Provide a detailed explanation of how my personal information was shared, including the specific information that was disclosed, the identity of the parties who received it, and the purpose for which it was disclosed.

3. Rectify any adverse effects caused by this unauthorized disclosure, including but not limited to, contacting the third parties involved and ensuring the removal of my information from their records.

4. Provide written confirmation of the steps you have taken to address this issue and ensure that such an unauthorized disclosure does not happen again in the future.

Please treat this matter with the utmost urgency. If I do not receive a satisfactory response within [ reasonable timeframe, such as 30 days ], I will have no choice but to escalate this issue to the appropriate regulatory authorities and consider taking further legal action to protect my rights. 
I trust that you will address this matter promptly and seriously. I look forward to your timely response. 
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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 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: CT

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX Dear Third Party Credit Bureaus XXXX, Equifax XXXX XXXX Subject : Dispute Regarding Unauthorized Disclosure of Nonpublic Personal Information under 15 U.S.C. 6802 I am writing to formally dispute the unauthorized disclosure of my nonpublic personal information by XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. Under the provisions of 15 U.S.C. 6802, I am entitled to privacy protection regarding my personal financial information, and it has come to my attention that this right has been violated. 
On, XX/XX/2024 became aware that my personal financial information was disclosed to XXXX XXXX XXXX without my consent and without providing me the opportunity to opt out, as required by federal law. This disclosure was done in violation of 15 U.S.C. 6802, which mandates that financial institutions provide a clear and conspicuous notice of their privacy policies and obtain explicit consent or provide an opportunity to opt out before sharing such information with nonaffiliated third parties. Notification of Negative Information ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-1 ) : Financial institutions are required to notify consumers within 30 days if they furnish negative information to a consumer reporting agency.

I demand that you take the following actions immediately : 1. Cease and desist any further unauthorized disclosure of my nonpublic personal information.

2. Provide a detailed explanation of how my personal information was shared, including the specific information that was disclosed, the identity of the parties who received it, and the purpose for which it was disclosed.

3. Rectify any adverse effects caused by this unauthorized disclosure, including but not limited to, contacting the third parties involved and ensuring the removal of my information from their records.

4. Provide written confirmation of the steps you have taken to address this issue and ensure that such an unauthorized disclosure does not happen again in the future.

Please treat this matter with the utmost urgency. If I do not receive a satisfactory response within [ reasonable timeframe, such as 30 days ], I will have no choice but to escalate this issue to the appropriate regulatory authorities and consider taking further legal action to protect my rights. 
I trust that you will address this matter promptly and seriously. I look forward to your timely response. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 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 need your help with this incorrect account showing up on my credit report. I have brought this to your attention because it has been damaging to my reputation, and I urgently require your assistance. Due to your mishandling of my credit report, the incorrect information has ruined my reputation. It's imperative that these mistakes are corrected so I can live a normal life with my family.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
In review of my credit profile I saw some inquiries that did not belong to me.

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 2024-08-16 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: CO

Complaint narrative:
I AM SUBMITTING THIS WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE AND THIS IS NOT A THIRD PARTY. THE CREDIT BUREAUS STATED MY ACC WAS PROPERLY INVESTIGATED BUT HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE IF THE OPEN DATE IS INACCURATE, THE DATE LAST ACTIVE IS INACCURATE, AND THE DATE LAST REPORTED IS NOT ACCURATE? THIS GROUND FOR REMOVAL, THEY ALSO VIOLATED MY RIGHTS UNDER 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 602 A. STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY. 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 604 SECTION 2. IT ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CAN NOT FURNISH AN ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED LETTERS.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
I AM SUBMITTING THIS WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE AND THIS IS NOT A THIRD PARTY. THE CREDIT BUREAUS STATED MY ACC WAS PROPERLY INVESTIGATED BUT HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE IF THE OPEN DATE IS INACCURATE, THE DATE LAST ACTIVE IS INACCURATE, AND THE DATE LAST REPORTED IS NOT ACCURATE? THIS GROUND FOR REMOVAL, THEY ALSO VIOLATED MY RIGHTS UNDER 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 602 A. STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY. 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 604 SECTION 2. IT ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CAN NOT FURNISH AN ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
Since I never gave permission for these false accounts to be included on my credit report, I humbly ask to be removed from my credit report. You must take immediate action to delete this false information from my files. Please remove and block.

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 2024-08-16 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
My accounts was never late! I have had exceptional payment history with XXXX  XXXX and all payments were placed on Autopay. This late payment that is reporting is a result on a systematic error on their end processing my payment.

This was clearly a billing error made my the company and is not a reflection of my payment experience which violates USC Code 1681eb. This error has caused severe hard to my reputation, my character, my mode of living and to my family!

I demand the late payment reported to be removed/updated.

They are not in compliance with the following law. 15 USC 1666b and its requirements set the standards and the guidance for a creditor to treat a payment as late, yet they are reporting a payment as late and they did not comply with the law!

15 USC 1666b ( a ) Time to make payments A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose, unless the creditor has adopted reasonable procedures designed to ensure that each periodic statement including the information required by section 1637 ( b ) of this title is mailed or delivered to the consumer not later than 21 days before the payment due date.

I have requested proof that this information was mailed or delivered 21 days before the payment due date and this information was requested in good faith pursuant rule 1002 and It was never provided.

This is unfair, illegal, fraudulent, and not equitable to me 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
I'm writing regarding all negative reporting accounts. Please remove all negative reporting accounts. It has come to my attention that you have disclosed my personal information to unaffiliated third parties without providing the required disclosures. According to 15 U.S. Code 6802, you are legally obligated to provide three specific disclosures. After thoroughly reviewing all the documents provided by your institution, I have found that none of these documents included the required disclosures as stipulated under 15 U.S.

Code 6802 ( b ). 15 U.S. Code 6802 - Obligations with respect to disclosures of personal information. Also kindly remove all addresses that are not my primary residence XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, LA XXXX l 've attached my Drivers License along with utility bill, and SS card for verification. Anticipating positive results on your behalf. 

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 2024-08-16 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to seek your assistance in updating several accounts on my credit report. I have noticed that certain information pertaining to these accounts is outdated or incorrect, and I am keen to have my report accurately reflect my current financial situation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 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 kindly ask for the removal of this incorrect entry from my credit report. This account was not authorized or acknowledged by me. I have provided supporting documents for your review.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am sending my identity theft report for fraudulent accounts still being reported on my credit. I have already notified Transunion that these are from 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
I AM SUBMITTING THIS WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE AND THIS IS NOT A THIRD PARTY. THE CREDIT BUREAUS STATED MY ACC WAS PROPERLY INVESTIGATED BUT HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE IF THE OPEN DATE IS INACCURATE, THE DATE LAST ACTIVE IS INACCURATE, AND THE DATE LAST REPORTED IS NOT ACCURATE? THIS GROUND FOR REMOVAL, THEY ALSO VIOLATED MY RIGHTS UNDER 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 602 A. STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY. 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 604 SECTION 2. IT ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CAN NOT FURNISH AN ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card — Card opened without my consent or knowledge
Company: BARCLAYS BANK DELAWARE
State: DC

Complaint narrative:
I have had a Banana Republic store card issued by Barclays for several years. Recently, I have been receiving multiple emails offering an " upgrade '' of the card to a XXXX. I have also received calls from Barclays offering this " upgrade. '' On every occasion I have declined that offer. On or about XXXX XXXX, 2024 I received an email informing me of the automatic " upgrade '' unless I want to opt-out. In that case, I was instructed to fill out an online form which I did. In fact, it was a very tedious form which I found unnecessary and frankly unacceptable. 

On XX/XX/scrub> 2024 I received a congratulations email saying that my " upgraded '' XXXX is on its way and should be received by XX/XX/year>2024. 

I immediately called Barclays customer service and was told that they are unable to convert the card back to the store credit card and my only option is to close this account and open a new one. 

This of course will have a double negative effect on my credit report : ( a ) the closure of an account ( one I never requested ), and ( b ) a new credit inquiry if I want to get back to having a store credit card. 

I spoke to a supervisor and he said he " agrees. '' But there was nothing further he could do. I find this disturbing and I am certain it violates federal law. if a customer explicitly says he does not want an " upgrade '' this must be honored. 

Further, Barclays is desperately trying to push their XXXX  by creating an " opt-out '' system. In fact, it should be an " opt-in '' where if a customer is interested, it should be the customer that takes affirmative action to request this " update. '' The reverse is very problematic and has a lot of similarities with the XXXX XXXX actions taken a few years ago which led to billions of dollars in fines.

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