vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my serious concern regarding the security of my personal information, as I have noticed that inaccurate information and items continues to appear on my credit report that is not associated with me, and I am deeply troubled by the potential risk it poses for unauthorized access.

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 2024-12-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing issue — Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone
Company: PLAID INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Plaid has never tried to resolve their connectivity issues with XXXX Bank which a lot of vendors and institutions use to verify information. Due to their compatibility issues with connecting bank accounts on multiple platforms, multiple devices, multiple browsers, VPN, Private browsing, different networks, etc. We have lost hundreds of thousands of dollars not being able to get verification because of Plaids issues. We have contacted the bank and they have mentioned that there is no issue on their side in terms of compatibility along with several vendors who look to switch out of Plaid due to this same issue. All signs point to Plaid and them constantly ignoring the issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-23 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding the inaccurate reporting of a late payment on my credit report by credit bureaus. The presence of this late payment inaccurately reflects my payment history, as I have consistently paid my bills on time. This discrepancy constitutes a billing error, violating my rights under the Fair Credit Billing Act, 15 USC 1666B. According to this law, consumers have the right to dispute and seek correction of billing errors, which include inaccuracies in payment reporting.

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 2024-12-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information is missing that should be on the report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Hope you're doing well. I've run into a bit of a problem. While going through my credit report, I noticed some things that don't seem quite right, and it appears my identity have been stolen online. My nephew. Whos studying XXXX XXXX help me out by finding a way to check if my XXXX emails were involved in this breach? To my surprise, it turns out that XXXX out of XXXX of my emails contain a lot of my sensitive and personal information. I want to emphasize that I'm not the one behind these accounts it would mean a lot to me it you could assist in removing the following from my credit report, these are the accounts :

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-23 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Auto debt
Issue: Communication tactics — Called before 8am or after 9pm
Company: Westlake Services, LLC
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
They have repeatedly called me before XXXX local time as well as called me excessively ( multiple times per day ). I have informed them of this problem and they said that theres nothing I can do about it without completely being removed from their call list meaning I wont get updates about my loan status. They claim to have made a note on my account but they continue to call before XXXX saying they can call as soon as they open ( XXXX XXXX time ). 
Dates and times of calls before XXXX include : - XX/XX/XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX XXXX and XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Days they called multiple times : XXXX 3 times XXXX 6 times XXXX 4 times XXXX 5 times XXXX 7 times XXXX 4 times

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: Atlanticus Services Corporation
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
In XXXX of 2024 I submitted XXXX complaints on XXXX because Fortiva the creditor was and still is violating my rights as a consumer. The CFPB helped get this account take off my credit report in XXXX or XXXX of this year. Now, a couple months later Fortiva has illegally put this back on my credit report dropping my credit from FAIR to POOR. Im a veteran of the XXXX  XXXX XXXX and 100 % service connected; trying to improve my credit to buy a house. This is impossible if companies like Fortiva keep violating my rights. Is legal recourse necessary?

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 2024-12-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
Late payments have been incorrectly reported on my credit record, and my previous communications sent over 30 days ago remain unaddressed. Despite requesting validation, I have received no response regarding these disputed transactions, which require immediate investigation and correction.

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 2024-12-23 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Electronic communications — Frequent or repeated messages
Company: Great American Finance Co
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Sometime between XX/XX/XXXX & XX/XX/XXXX ; I payed the loan back nearly entirely with less than {$50.00} remaining. To : Great American Finance ; For : Laser Tattoo Removal @ XXXX  At the end of XXXX XXXX early XX/XX/XXXX I was released from my position In XXXX I was contacted by a secondary company requesting {$900.00} total payment for missed payments in addition to the remaining balance. 
I informed them, Id need a little more time. 

In XX/XX/XXXX I informed the collection company that Ive fallen on hard times and Im now unhoused and living out of a hostel where I share a room with 9 other people. 
I asked them for more time to get situated so I can pay the loan back. 

I offered to pay the loan back by paying {$5.00} a day until I was able to afford a more substantial amount. They refused to accept the payment at {$5.00} In XX/XX/XXXX, they contacted my mother via phone and text XX/XX/XXXX they started calling everyday and texting XX/XX/XXXX, they contacted my mother again via email and text.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-23 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I am demanding immediate clarification regarding the method of verification your bureau uses to confirm the accuracy of disputed items on my credit report. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I have the right to know exactly how disputed items are verified. I expect you to provide me with complete transparency about the following : The exact process or method your bureau uses to verify disputed items. 
The identity of the entity/entities responsible for carrying out this verification. 
Any documentation or evidence used to support the accuracy of the disputed items. 
I am fully aware of my rights under the FCRA, and I expect full compliance with this request. If you can not provide verifiable proof for these items.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-23 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:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE XXXX XXXX BREACH. PER 15 USC 1681 C-2 STATES EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS SECTION A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY SHALL BLOCK THE REPORTING OF ANY INFORMATION IN THE FILE OF A CONSUMER THAT THE CONSUMER IDENTIFIES AS INFORMATION THAT RESULTED FROM AN ALLEGED IDENTITY THEFT. 

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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 2024-12-23 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my serious concern regarding the security of my personal information, as I have noticed that inaccurate information and items continues to appear on my credit report that is not associated with me, and I am deeply troubled by the potential risk it poses for unauthorized access.

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 2024-12-23 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
PLEASE BLOCKED AND REMOVED I respectfully request the elimination of these fraudulent accounts from my credit report, as I never authorized their inclusion. It is crucial that you promptly remove this misleading information from my records.

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 2024-12-23 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed my consumer report and identified several inaccuracies that must be corrected immediately. These errors have caused me significant distress, and I demand swift resolution to ensure my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) are upheld.

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 2024-12-23 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 dispute fraudulent information on my credit report pursuant to 15 U.S.C 1681c-2 and to request that this information be blocked. I have enclosed a copy my Police Report/FTC identity theft report ( FTC REPORT NUMBER : XXXX ) to support my identity theft claim. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 when a consumer submits an identity theft report, credit reporting agencies must block any information identified by the consumer as resulting from identity theft within four business days.

To following information on my credit report is the result of identity theft and should be blocked : Accounts : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX As required by 15 U.S.C 1681c-2, please block this fraudulent information from my credit report immediately. This information should be blocked for one year, at which point i may request an extension of the block. During the block, you may not report no longer contains any fraudulent information. Several times I have called the bureau reporting these fraudulent accounts in my report and CREDIT BUREAU has not wanted to give me a solution to this problem where I am being totally affected to be able to acquire a new house for my children, these collections were eliminated and not verified by others bureaus I don't understand how they usually say that these accounts are mine, I have requested contracts from this company with my information and for more than 60 days I have not received any response from them, please help me immediately delete these accounts. Here I add the FTC report, hoping that you make a better decision in my situation, thank you

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-23 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding unauthorized accounts appearing on my credit report. Despite my repeated attempts to have these accounts removed, they persist, causing significant damage to my financial reputation and well-being. The accounts in question are in clear violation of 15 USC 1681b regarding permissible purposes. It is evident that the credit bureaus have no permissible purpose to report these fraudulent items without my explicit consent. Please see attached file for these items I am complaining.

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 2024-12-23 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/year> Equifax XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX GA XXXX Re : Dispute of Inaccurate Collection Account Account Number : XXXX Collection Agency : Consumer Adjustment Company Dear Equifax , I am writing to formally dispute the accuracy of a collection account listed on my credit report. This account, reported by the Consumer Adjustment Company, contains numerous inaccuracies that I will not disclose at this time but am prepared to detail if this issue is not resolved promptly. 



Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681, Equifax is obligated to report only accurate and verifiable information. If you can not verify the completeness and accuracy of the information provided by the furnisher, you must promptly remove the disputed entry. 



Furthermore, I am keeping meticulous records of all correspondence and information related to this matter and am prepared to pursue legal action under the FCRA if this inaccurate account is not removed from my credit report. This includes seeking damages for any harm caused by the failure to ensure the accuracy of the information reported. 



Given the potential legal and financial implications, I trust that you will conduct a thorough investigation. Please forward all documentation related to your investigation to me, including verification and validation from the original creditor. 



Failure to resolve this matter within the timeframe outlined by the FCRA will leave me no choice but to escalate the issue. I request that this collection account be removed from my credit report immediately unless it can be verified as accurate in every detail. 



Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I expect a response within 30 days, as required by the FCRA. 



Sincerely XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Unable to get your credit report or credit score — Other problem getting your report or credit score
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, VA XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/year> Subject : Request for Update of accurate Credit Information Dear Equifax Customer Service, I am writing to formally request an update to my credit report under the provisions of 15 U.S. Code 1681, which emphasizes the importance of accuracy and fairness in credit reporting. 

Upon reviewing my credit report on XXXX XXXX, I noticed that my XXXX account is being reported inaccurately on Equifax. I have confirmed that the information is correct on my XXXX XXXX report. 

Inaccurate credit reporting can undermine public confidence in the banking system, as highlighted in the Congressional findings. Therefore, I kindly ask that you investigate this discrepancy and update my credit report with the correct information at your earliest convenience. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your response. 

Sincerely,

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-23 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: MA

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-23 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: MA

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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-23 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
Fraudulent inquiries persist on my consumer report despite multiple attempts to resolve them. As a victim of identity theft, these unauthorized entries have severely impacted my financial well-being, obstructing critical goals like home ownership. The inaccurate items have caused significant mental and financial distress, leaving me with no alternative but to consider legal action if the matter remains unaddressed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I was removed as an authorized user on my wife 's credit card and the other 2 credit reporting agencies removed it as an open account but Experian did not. I have a letter from the credit card company that states I am not responsible for this account but Experian continues to list it as an open account despite the fact that I have disputed this twice.

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 2024-12-23 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
Consumer Name : XXXX M XXXX, Consumer Social Security Number : XXXX Consumer Date of Birth : XX/XX/XXXX. This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the Equifax credit reporting agency , block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of personal credit card accounts opened at XXXX XXXX Bank on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, a XXXX XXXX  account opened on XX/XX/XXXX under account number XXXX, an XXXX XXXX account opened on XX/XX/XXXX under account number XXXX, and XXXX XXXX  XXXX account opened on XX/XX/XXXX under account number XXXX. These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer XXXX credit report. I've attached a list of the hard inquiries in question as well as a copy of the consumer XXXX  credit report maintained by you which shows the aforementioned fraudulent items. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections, or hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made, or initiated by me. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint # XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief