vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — Conventional home mortgage
Issue: Struggling to pay mortgage — 
Company: VANDERBILT MORTGAGE & FINANCE, INC
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
I expressed to my mortgage company that I had XXXX and was out of work about 5-6 months ago. I was not given any of to forbearance options under the CARES act. Instead I was asked when will I be back at work and and the best they could do is defer 2 months but I would have to make my escrow payments all at once before they would agree to defer the P & I portion. That escrow payment was over {$1000.00} and my mortgage payments are about {$300.00} more. So honestly that was no relief for me. I was told because I got a modification back in XXXX that I was not eligible for another because I can only get one per life of the loan. Because I was sick for about 3 weeks and out of work, it's been taking me some time to catch up on all my bill and now I am behind on my mortgage. I am now due for XXXX with over {$1000.00} in suspense, I tried to call to make a {$1900.00} payment was was told my loan is in a legal status and I can not make a payment with them over the phone, so now I am about to be charged legal fees on top of being sick with Covid. I also explained that I could make another {$1900.00} payment on XXXX XXXX. With 2 {$1900.00} payments and the {$1000.00} I have in suspense, that would bring my loan current but now that it's in a legal status, I'm pretty sure more fees will be added making it harder for me to become current. On to of all of this, I had to take out a hardship on my XXXX to bury my father last month sure to a car accident. I have proof of this as well. I can provide my father 's death certificate and proof of my XXXX hardship withdrawal. I've been with Vanderbilt Mortgage since XXXX and this is the first time I've ever been late on my mortgage payments in 14 years. This is not the first time during the pandemic I was denied help but. I didn't complain the first time because I made a way to keep my payments current but this time had really taken a toll on my and to immediately go into a legal status when I communicated I had Covid is just inconsiderate.

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 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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: GA

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. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : Untitled Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX has violated my rights. Or list of inquiries 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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: GA

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. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : Untitled Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX has violated my rights. Or list of inquiries 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 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention the provisions outlined in 15 U.S. Code 6802 and 15 U.S. Code 1681a, both of which pertain to the obligations of financial institutions regarding the disclosure of personal information and the definition of a " consumer report, '' respectively. 

As a concerned consumer, I am aware of the importance of maintaining the privacy and security of my nonpublic personal information. According to 15 U.S. Code 6802, it is stated that a financial institution is prohibited from disclosing nonpublic personal information to nonaffiliated third parties unless certain conditions are met. Specifically : ( A ) The financial institution must clearly and conspicuously disclose to the consumer, in writing or in electronic form, that such information may be disclosed to a third party. 
( B ) The consumer must be given the opportunity to direct that such information not be disclosed to the third party before the initial disclosure takes place. 
( C ) The consumer must be provided with an explanation of how they can exercise the option to withhold such disclosure. 

These requirements are in place to ensure that consumers have control over the sharing of their personal information and can make informed decisions about its disclosure. 
Furthermore, as per 15 U.S. Code 1681a, the term " consumer report '' excludes communication of information among individuals who are related by common ownership or affiliated through corporate control. This definition highlights the importance of delineating the types of information that fall within the scope of consumer reports and those that do not.

I kindly request that the department of Education ensures strict compliance with these provisions to protect the privacy and rights of consumers according to 15 USC 1602 ( l ). As a valued customer, I trust that the department of Education is committed to upholding these legal obligations and providing transparent communication with regard to the use and disclosure of my personal information. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I appreciate your dedication to maintaining the highest standards of privacy and security for your customers. Should you have any further information or updates regarding this issue, I would appreciate being kept informed.

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 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: DISCOVER BANK
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention the provisions outlined in 15 U.S. Code 6802 and 15 U.S. Code 1681a, both of which pertain to the obligations of financial institutions regarding the disclosure of personal information and the definition of a " consumer report, '' respectively. 

As a concerned consumer, I am aware of the importance of maintaining the privacy and security of my nonpublic personal information. According to 15 U.S. Code 6802, it is stated that a financial institution is prohibited from disclosing nonpublic personal information to nonaffiliated third parties unless certain conditions are met. Specifically : ( A ) The financial institution must clearly and conspicuously disclose to the consumer, in writing or in electronic form, that such information may be disclosed to a third party. 
( B ) The consumer must be given the opportunity to direct that such information not be disclosed to the third party before the initial disclosure takes place. 
( C ) The consumer must be provided with an explanation of how they can exercise the option to withhold such disclosure. 

These requirements are in place to ensure that consumers have control over the sharing of their personal information and can make informed decisions about its disclosure. 

Furthermore, as per 15 U.S. Code 1681a, the term " consumer report '' excludes communication of information among individuals who are related by common ownership or affiliated through corporate control. This definition highlights the importance of delineating the types of information that fall within the scope of consumer reports and those that do not.

I kindly request that the department of Education ensures strict compliance with these provisions to protect the privacy and rights of consumers according to 15 USC 1602 ( l ). As a valued customer, I trust that the department of Education is committed to upholding these legal obligations and providing transparent communication with regard to the use and disclosure of my personal information. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I appreciate your dedication to maintaining the highest standards of privacy and security for your customers. Should you have any further information or updates regarding this issue, I would appreciate being kept informed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Accounts on my consumer report have been linked to identity theft, and I never provided written authorization, including a wet signature, for their inclusion. I recently communicated with your organization about this matter, and I am formally requesting the prompt blocking and removal of these accounts from my report. Their presence has caused significant emotional and financial distress, as they inaccurately represent my credit history and responsibilities. If this issue is not appropriately addressed, I am prepared to take legal action to protect my rights and seek resolution. These fraudulent items on my credit record have hindered my ability to achieve important financial goals, such as purchasing a home and meeting the needs of my family.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

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 U.S.C 1681. 

Has Violated my rights. 

1. Account Name : XXXX XXXX  / Account # XXXX Has Violated my rights. 
15 U.S.C 1681 Section 602 A. States I have a right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A. Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions.

15 U.S.C 1681c ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting 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 response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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:
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 U.S.C 1681.

Has Violated my rights.

1. Account Name : XXXX XXXX  / Account # XXXX Has Violated my rights. 
15 U.S.C 1681 Section 602 A. States I have a right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A. Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions.

15 U.S.C 1681c ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting 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 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
I submitted two different letters to the experian credit bureau one on XX/XX/23 & the other on XX/XX/23. Both letters specifically requested a copy of my free credit report, full validation and a copy of the original page by page contracts of XXXX student loans with my full name, social security number & signatures on them. Both letters were sent certified with tracking numbers so I know they were received but I have not received nor heard anything from experian. I contacted XXXX years ago for the copy of the original contract but they refused stating since I was only the co-signer I would have to contact my ex for permission to access that information. The problem with XXXX response is that even if I wanted to I no longer have contact with my ex because she fled from Colorado to parts unknown in Texas and changed her number after I put out when she cheated on 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly — Talked to a third-party about your debt
Company: TRANSWORLD SYSTEMS INC
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/2023, I received a letter from Transworld Systems Inc about a collection of debt from XXXX XXXX XXXX. The letter advised to contact them by XX/XX/2023. Also, on XX/XX/2023, my significant other received a phone call from this company asking personal questions about me and seeing if he knew anything related about this debt. XX/XX/XXXX, I reached out to a nonprofit Debt Management company called XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX to go over my options. She advised me not to contact the debt collection agency and that they would go through XXXXXXXX XXXX first. On XX/XX/XXXX, one of my sisters received a phone call asking personal questions about me and trying to collect a debt. Therefore, I used an online E-form to contact this company to tell them to stop contacting people that know me and to stop all communication with me until they have heard from XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX. They have no right to contact my associates and they shouldn't have contacted me until after the date that they provided to me. What measures did they go through to get their contact information?

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Fraud or scam — 
Company: TRUIST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
In 2011 SunTrust bank closed out my checking/ savings account stating I had a fraudulent check deposited into my account, and they refused to give me any type of explanation as to where the check came from or who deposited it into my account. 
I opened the account with {$100000.00}. 
As of now SunTrust has changed to Truist and I still can't get any answers as to where my money is. 
I appreciate any help in this situation. 
Thank you.

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 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I did not consent to, or authorize nor benefit from any of the following inquiries. Please Block and remove it. 
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 XXXXXXXX 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 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
Disclosed private information to 3rd party

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Opening an account — Account opened as a result of fraud
Company: NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: WI

Complaint narrative:
In XX/XX/XXXX, a e-checking account, Membership savings account, and credit card account were fraudulently opened under my identity through Navy Federal Credit Union. I was informed about this because Navy Federal Credit Union ( NFCU ) sent several items through the mail to my physical address, even though I did not open an account. I called them, and they closed the account and froze my social security number. However, in XX/XX/XXXX, a separate credit union attempted to open a new account under my name. Starting at this point, I started to do research, and I read about my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) section 609 ( e ). Specifically, that I have a right to access any business documents related to these fraudulent accounts under my name. In XX/XX/XXXX, I wrote a letter to NFCU, requesting any and all business documents. I provided them with a copy of my WI issued driver 's license, the police report detailing the identity theft, and the Identity Theft report taken from the FTC 's webpage. This letter was delivered on XX/XX/XXXX. The FCRA gives 30 days to comply with the request. As of XX/XX/XXXX, I have not received any documents, and the only time I get an answer is when I call them. They have informed me that they require a subpoena to release the documents. Via phone calls I initiated, NFCU stated that the application was done over the phone, so they can't release the application, or that the business records are owned by NFCU, and a subpoena is required to access them. However, the FTC 's stance on the FCRA is that a subpoena can't be required of an identity theft victim to access business documents related to fraudulent accounts created under their name. I have shared documentation with NFCU on the language of FCRA, and FTC 's stance. I have also shared with NFCU their own documentation taken from NFCU 's website regarding supplying documents to victims of identity theft with business documents within 30 days.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit repair services
Issue: Problem with customer service — 
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: IA

Complaint narrative:
Disputed addresses of places Ive never lived and could not get it corrected! 
I feel my identity has been used fraudulently! I have been fighting fraud on my accounts at every bank I go to and it has caused my accounts to be closed which reflects badly on my credit report! Many accounts were closed at XXXX XXXX with out my knowledge and fraud as detected on my accounts which I disputed and they wrote it off because they couldnt prove the charges were mine! This also has ruined my credit! A divorce ruined my credit because my ex closed all my accounts without my permission! Ive had attempts to open accounts under my name that I didnt open!

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