vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 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: CBC Companies, Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am formally disputing the accuracy of an item currently listed on my credit report, as the information being reported does not comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) guidelines, particularly in regard to the requirement for maximum possible accuracy under Section 607 ( b ). After reviewing my credit report, I found this entry to be factually incorrect, misleading, and damagingand it should not be reported in its current form. 

Let me be clear : the continued presence of this inaccurate item is a direct violation of federal law. Under the FCRA, consumer reporting agencies are legally obligated to ensure that all information furnished in a consumer 's report is complete and verified for accuracy. This account fails to meet those standards. I am not requesting a reviewI am demanding the full deletion of this item from my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — International money transfer
Issue: Other service problem — 
Company: FourLeaf Federal Credit Union
State: CT

Complaint narrative:
On XXXX XXXX at XXXX I made a appointment to do a international wire transfer at fourleaf federal credit union in XXXX  new york XXXX. I came to the appointment and gave the teller a proforma invoice with the correct wire information, after I leave the bank on my way to work I realized the account number, beneficiary name, address spelling was wrong. I reached out to the wire department via phone call, they amended the wire and still there was still some mistake that was there. This wire is for a purchase and this issue with the wrong putting the wrong information is really causing me a lot of distress. The time frame it may take for me to get my money back.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Im writing with serious concern after reviewing my credit report and finding multiple credit inquiries that I neither initiated nor authorized. When I checked my credit report in XX/XX/year>, I was alarmed to see several unfamiliar inquiries listed under my name. 

These inquiries are not associated with any actions I have taken, and their presence is both unexpected and distressing. I am concerned that they may be indicative of attempted identity theft. I respectfully request your assistance in investigating and removing these unauthorized inquiries from my credit report as soon as possible. 

Below is a list of the fraudulent inquiries that appeared 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 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 2025-06-18 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was paid
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the collection account that you are reporting to the credit bureaus regarding an alleged debt from Portfolio. Upon recently reviewing my credit reports, I was shocked to find this account listed. I have no knowledge or record of ever holding an account with Portfolio, nor have I received any prior communication from your officeincluding but not limited to a phone call, text message, email, or the Dunning notice required by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). This lack of notification raises serious concerns regarding the legitimacy, accuracy, and ownership of this alleged debt. This erroneous reporting has caused me significant harm, including difficulty obtaining credit and jeopardizing my pending home loan application. Under the FDCPA, I have the right to request verification of this debt and to dispute its validity. Given that I have not received any required notice or verification as outlined under 15 U.S.C. 1692g, this collection account appears to be in violation of federal law. I am hereby requesting that you immediately remove this collection account from all consumer credit reporting agencies ( XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) as it is unverified and disputed. Please respond to this dispute in writing within 30 days of receipt of this letter, as required by law.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 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:
Could you please take a moment to review and examine the attached documents? I believe your expertise will be invaluable in ensuring their accuracy and completeness. Your feedback and insights would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and consideration in 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 2025-06-18 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: WHEELS FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX Compliance Dispute Letter XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Dear Experian, I am disputing the accuracy and compliance of the following account under XXXX XXXX reporting guidelines and the FCRA. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX Account number XXXX This account must meet XXXX XXXX compliance for accuracy, completeness and verifiably I requesting proof of XXXX. Proof of compliance with XXXX XXXX guidelines. 
XXXX. Verification date of Last Activity 3. Immediate deletion of account if its inaccurate, unverifiable, or outdated. 
If the account fails XXXX XXXX compliance, I demand its removal under XXXX. Please investigate and respond within 30 days as required by law.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C.

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. The following items do not belong to me and is a result of fraud that I did not authorize : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : 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 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 response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
There are collection accounts on my report that I believe contain inaccurate information. Under my rights pursuant to 15 USC 1681e ( b ) and 15 USC 1681i, I am entitled to an accurate credit report. I request a review of these entries, and if they can not be verified as accurate, I ask that they be removed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C.

1681c-2 ) that you, the XXXX 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. The following items do not belong to me and is a result of fraud that I did not authorize : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : 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 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 XXXXXXXX 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 XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, IL XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXX To : Midland Credit Management , Inc . 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX MI XXXX RE : FORMAL DEMAND FOR DEBT VALIDATION AND IMMEDIATE DELETION ACCOUNTS # XXXX & # XXXX To Whom It May Concern, This letter is a formal dispute and legal demand under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA, 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( b ) ), the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA, 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ), and Uniform Commercial Code 3-501. 

You are currently reporting the following collection accounts to the credit bureaus : Account # : XXXX Balance : {$520.00} Account # : XXXX Balance : {$1100.00} ( Reported multiple times under MIDLAND CRED, MIDLAND CREDIT MANAGEM, and MIDLANDCRE ) Let me be clear : I do not acknowledge these alleged debts. 
I demand full validation of these accounts. 
I demand deletion of all inaccurate or duplicate reports immediately. 

Provide the following within 15 days of receipt of this letter : A full copy of the original signed contract or agreement with the original creditor bearing my wet-ink signature. 
Detailed accounting breakdown showing how the alleged balances were calculated. 
Documentation proving your legal right to collect this debt in the State of Illinois.

A complete chain of assignment from the original creditor to Midland Credit Management.

Proof that you provided proper initial notice as required under FDCPA 809 ( a ).

Until full validation is provided, you must cease all collection activity, including credit reporting. Failure to provide the requested documentation will be considered a refusal to validate, in violation of FDCPA 809 ( b ) and FCRA 1681s-2 ( b ). 

Also, reporting the same alleged debt multiple times under various names is deceptive, misleading, and damaging to my credit profile. This constitutes furnishing false and inaccurate information to consumer reporting agencies a direct violation of the FCRA. 

If I do not receive the requested documentation and deletion confirmation, I will : File complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) and Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), Contact the Illinois Attorney General, Pursue legal action for statutory and punitive damages for willful noncompliance, defamation, and negligent reporting. 
Validate or delete. You are now on legal notice. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 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 affirm that the inclusion of incorrectly reported late payment remarks on my accounts is a breach of the 15 USC 1666. Every payment linked to these accounts has been promptly made, and any departure from this precise reporting is unjust and unlawful.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
Experian Credit Services XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX To Whom It May Concern, I am formally disputing the accuracy of the following account ( s ) on my credit report, as allowed under 15 U.S.C. 1681i : - Creditor Name : [ XXXX XXXX ] - Account Number : [ XXXX ] - Reason for dispute : [ account not mine ] - Creditor Name : [ XXXX ] - Account Number : [ XXXX ] - Reason for dispute : [ account not mine ] - Creditor Name : [ XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : [ XXXX ] - Reason for dispute : [ account not mine ] - Creditor Name : [ XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : [ XXXX ] - Reason for dispute : [ account not mine ] - Creditor Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Account Number : [ XXXX ] - Reason for dispute : [ account not mine ]

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: MS

Complaint narrative:
There are collection accounts on my report that I believe contain inaccurate information. Under my rights pursuant to 15 USC 1681e ( b ) and 15 USC 1681i, I am entitled to an accurate credit report. I request a review of these entries, and if they can not be verified as accurate, I ask that they be removed.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
I would like to request the removal of the security freeze on my credit report to allow authorized financial institutions to access my credit history. This is necessary for the processing of my loan application, which requires a review of my creditworthiness and financial standing. Please proceed with lifting the freeze as soon as possible to ensure a smooth and timely evaluation of my application.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: First Credit Services Inc.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  NJ XXXX Date : XX/XX/year> First Credit Services XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX NJ XXXX Subject : Cease and Desist To Whom It May Concern : I am writing to formally request that First Credit Services cease all communication with me regarding the alleged debt referenced above.

Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), 15 U.S.C. 1692c ( c ), I am exercising my right to request that you cease all further communication with me regarding this matter. Please treat this letter as your official notice to cease and desist all contact, including by phone, mail, email, or any other means. 

If you believe I owe this debt, I request that you provide written verification of the debt as required under the FDCPA, 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( b ). Until such verification is provided, you must cease all collection efforts.

Be advised that failure to comply with this request may result in a complaint being filed with the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), as well as any applicable state authorities.

This letter is not an acknowledgment or validation of any alleged debt. Please keep a copy of this letter in your records as a formal notice. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
Inquiries and account listed on my credit report are all fraudulent. 
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Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C.

1681c-2 ) that you, the XXXX 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. The following items do not belong to me and is a result of fraud that I did not authorize : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : 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 XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-18 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:
I am writing to address an outrageous violation of my rights under federal law. You have unlawfully and knowingly reinserted an account that was previously deleted from my credit report without providing the legally required notice. This is a direct and willful violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( B ).

The following account was previously deleted after a lawful dispute process, but it has now been reinserted on my credit file without : Written notice of reinsertion within five ( 5 ) business days, as required by FCRA 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( B ) ( ii ) Certification of accuracy from the data furnisher, as required by FCRA 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( B ) ( i ) XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year> Let me be perfectly clear : this was not a clerical error. This was a deliberate, fraudulent act that has caused me serious and measurable harm. Because of your illegal reinsertion of this account, I was denied a mortgage loan that would have allowed me to purchase my first home. Your unlawful actions have directly caused me to lose XXXX  of dollars in earnest money, legal fees, appraisal costs, and to suffer extreme emotional distress. I will no longer tolerate your reckless disregard of my rights. Per 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( B ), you were required to do the following 1. Obtain a certification of accuracy from the furnisher of the information 2. Provide me with written notice of the reinsertion within five ( 5 ) business days You did neither. 
This is an act of : Fraudulent reporting Deceptive consumer practice Intentional financial harm

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief