vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: MN

Complaint narrative:
I have sent another letter stating what needs to be remove its causing me to lose employment and housing

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 2024-01-09 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
Time has already passed but up until now, I havent heard any kind of response from the XXXXCredit Bureaus which made me decide to seek assistance from you. They have shown negligence and an act of refusal to comply with my request. I know for a fact that they are to comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act law, provide proof, and documents, and give definite and accurate responses, within the given statutory time. However, if they fail to do so, they are obliged to remove or update the items which are erroneous and unverified. Their unfavorable and unacceptable actions have been hurting my credit scores immensely. Please see below the items I am concerned about : 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 2024-01-09 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of concern regarding my credit report. Upon reviewing my credit history, I noticed that there are late payments inaccurately reported for the following accounts : XXXX XXXX These late payments are inaccurately reflected in my credit report, and I request that you correct this information immediately. I have attached supporting documents, including bank statements and payment records, to verify that the payments were made on time for the specified accounts. 
I understand the importance of accurate credit reporting and how it can impact my creditworthiness. I am confident that the correction of this misinformation will contribute to a more precise representation of my credit history. 
Please conduct a thorough investigation into the matter and update my credit report accordingly. I kindly request that you provide written confirmation of the corrections made within 30 days from the date of receipt of this letter.

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 2024-01-09 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
I recently sent in report expressing to the XXXX  major private credit bureaus that the following accounts are not mines, nor did I give any agency permission to report any account on my behalf to any third party or private agency .There are many consumer laws to protect the privacy of individuals like myself. 

I'm demanding that the following unauthorized accounts be removed from my consumer / credit report. 

1. XXXX XXXX, a duplicate double account reporting and both needs to be removed immediately. 

2. XXXX XXXX XXXX 3. XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX 4. XXXX XXXX 5.XXXX 6. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 7. XXXX XXXX XXXX These accounts should be removed and blocked from my consumer report immediately.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-09 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
I recently sent in report expressing to the XXXX major private credit bureaus that the following accounts are not mines, nor did I give any agency permission to report any account on my behalf to any third party or private agency .There are many consumer laws to protect the privacy of individuals like myself. 

I'm demanding that the following unauthorized accounts be removed from my consumer / credit report. 

1. XXXX XXXX, a duplicate double account reporting and both needs to be removed immediately. 

2. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. The XXXX XXXX 4. XXXX XXXX 5.XXXX 6. XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 7. XXXX XXXX XXXX These accounts should be removed and blocked from my consumer report immediately.

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 2024-01-09 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
During mid XX/XX/2023. I received my annual credit report and came across a debt of a closed account showing as not XXXX account but XXXX lines of XXXX XXXX XXXX  I was immediately in shock. I then called the creditor and they stated someone used my identification to open this account. I then disputed with ALL THREE BUREAUS in XX/XX/2023. Results came back as still allegedly my debt. I then called MIDLAND CREDIT ACCOUNT who XXXX  XXXX back sold the debt to. When I went to my bureaus in late XX/XX/2023 and requested that they provide a validation of debt to me, they said they can not and that all letters go out electronically. However, I went to check my report on XXXX in XX/XX/2023, the debt was deleted. I then checked back every month there after as I usually do and my credit was ok. How we as of this month XX/XX/2023, the MIDLAND CREDIT BUREAU resurfaced back on my XXXX report. I have or ever had any knowledge of this debt then or now. According to the 15 U.S. Code 1692e they are in violation. My life is at a stand still because of this false information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-09 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
This is XXXX XXXX please do not deny my complaint by stating that I filed this by some other means than myself. This is done 100 % by me. The stuff on my credit report is wrong and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports I never gave any written consent to report anything on my consumer reports no consent is fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-09 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
I received notification from XXXX XXXX which is a mortgage loan serving company that they had a data breach and my information may have been used to open fraudulent accounts.

I went and checked my credit and didn't see any fraudulent account but I did see that multiple attempts to open account were made by over XXXX new inquires. 

I reached out to all these companies and none of them sent me information in regards to the source of the fraudulent inquires. The companies said they were done online.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-09 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
Transunion is reporting an account that is a result of identity theft. It has previously been removed, but has returned with new delinquent dates. Ive never done any business with this company, and I would like to get this situation rectified as soon as possible. This is defamation of character and Im fully prepared to take legal action.

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 2024-01-09 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Communication tactics — Frequent or repeated calls
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: CT

Complaint narrative:
This debt collector employed abusive, deceptive and unfair practices, violating the FDCPA. This company also engaged in aggressive phone calls, making multiple calls a day before XXXX and after XXXX, which can be proven with phone records. They reported an account we did not agree upon, and I did not sign any agreement. A legal contract involves two parties, and I was not a part of it. Moreover, they neglected the proper 5-step validation procedure, constituting an unfair practice. According to the FDCPA, I am entitled to {$1000.00} compensation per violation, and its clear they infringed on my rights.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-09 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am disputing a negative/inaccurate account and I am requesting the removal of this account from my credit report.

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 2024-01-09 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am disputing a negative/inaccurate account and I am requesting the removal of this account from my credit report.

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 2024-01-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: Affirm Holdings, Inc
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I notified the loan company affirm and XXXX the company in which the loan was taken out for that this was fraudulent in plenty of time for them to cancel all the travel products purchased ( hotel and flights ) before the thief could get away and use them and nothing was done. XXXX verified that an email and phone number was changed from my own to thief name XXXX XXXX. I have called multiple times to no avail. Now my credit has this negative account that has dropped my score XXXX points!!!! As you can see I have worked very hard to get my credit to where it's at. All my accounts have been paid of or never late! I

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-09 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: MA

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  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : 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 UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 informationisinaccurate.

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 2024-01-09 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
discovered that some of the information was erroneous. The XXXX credit bureaus must validate these accounts in line with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not authorized to fail to validate these reporting accounts as unverified information without providing any proof within the period allowed by law. The following accounts need to investigate and corrected for erroneous reporting in my file are listed on my credit report XXXX XXXX ; XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ; XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ; XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed XXXX {$300000.00} ; XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} ; TXXXX XXXXXXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} ; XXXX XXXX  XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} ; XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$2900.00} ; XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} ; XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX ) XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$1200.00} ; XXXX XX/XX/XXXX ; XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2024-01-09 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my deep dissatisfaction and frustration regarding the persistent issues and multiple unsuccessful attempts to rectify the delayed opening of my accounts with Credit Bureaus. Despite my continuous efforts to resolve this matter, the issue remains unresolved, causing significant inconvenience and concern. 

I initiated the account opening process with your institution, and unfortunately, I have encountered repeated delays. Despite my diligent compliance with all required procedures, submission of necessary documentation, and adherence to your institution 's policies, the accounts remain unopened. The prolonged delay is causing disruption to my financial plans and has created undue stress. 

I have made several attempts to address this issue by contacting your customer service department, providing additional information as requested, and patiently awaiting a resolution. Regrettably, these efforts have not yielded the desired results, and the matter persists, impacting my confidence in your institution 's ability to provide timely and efficient service. 

Enclosed, please find a detailed record of my interactions with your institution, including reference numbers and specifics of each attempt made to resolve this issue. I kindly request you to review this information comprehensively and take immediate action to expedite the opening of my accounts. 

As a prospective customer seeking to establish a relationship with your institution, the current situation falls short of the expected standard of service. While I understand that challenges may arise, the repeated delays and lack of communication are unacceptable. 

I request that you prioritize the resolution of this matter promptly and provide clear communication on the steps being taken to ensure the timely opening of my accounts. If my concerns are not addressed within the specified timeframe from the date of this letter, I may have no choice but to explore alternative banking options and escalate this matter to relevant regulatory authorities. I am asking for your assistance to correct these late open accounts in my credit file XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$7800.00} ; XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$8100.00} ; XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$7800.00}.

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 2024-01-09 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: HYUNDAI CAPITAL AMERICA
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of concern regarding my credit report. Upon reviewing my credit history, I noticed that there are late payments inaccurately reported for the following accounts : HYUNDAI CAPITAL AMERIC XXXX These late payments are inaccurately reflected in my credit report, and I request that you correct this information immediately. I have attached supporting documents, including bank statements and payment records, to verify that the payments were made on time for the specified accounts. 
I understand the importance of accurate credit reporting and how it can impact my creditworthiness. I am confident that the correction of this misinformation will contribute to a more precise representation of my credit history. 
Please conduct a thorough investigation into the matter and update my credit report accordingly. I kindly request that you provide written confirmation of the corrections made within 30 days from the date of receipt of this letter.

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 2024-01-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
When I reviewed my credit report, I discovered that some of the information was erroneous. The 3 credit bureaus must validate these accounts in line with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not authorized to fail to validate these reporting accounts as unverified information without providing any proof within the period allowed by law. The following accounts that need to be investigated and corrected from erroneous reporting in my file are listed on my credit report. 
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Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-01-09 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
When I reviewed my credit report, I discovered that some of the information was erroneous. The 3 credit bureaus must validate these accounts in line with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not authorized to fail to validate these reporting accounts as unverified information without providing any proof within the period allowed by law. The following accounts that need to be investigated and corrected from erroneous reporting in my file are listed on my credit report. 
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

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