vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Problem making or receiving payments
Company: JPMORGAN CHASE & CO.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
I was the victim of the XXXX scam, On XX/XX/2023, I was trying to sell my TV on the XXXX XXXX, someone contacted me and said interested in my TV, and he called me through XXXX XXXX asking to check my email to see whether I received my XXXX payment, the email showing it's from XXXX XXXX and saying that crediting XXXX dollars failed because he was sending from XXXX XXXX account to my personal account, he was " deducted '' XXXX dollars, and asked me to XXXX him XXXX dollars as refunding, I was cheated and XXXX  him XXXX dollars to his account XXXX XXXX XXXX, then I was got another email from XXXX pay saying that Final steps to follow : 1. Get your XXXX account Ready. 
2. Ask for the XXXX  details from the buyer. 
3. Send the total of {$200.00} USD from your account to the given account. 
4. You are required to send us clear proof ( screenshot ) that Payment has reflected to your buyer account. 
He then asked me to XXXX the {$200.00} to the same amount XXXX XXXX, which I did. 
then I received another email from XXXX pay saying : " The {$200.00} USD you sent earlier is still on pending review and didnt go through. You have to send the {$200.00} USD to your buyer XXXX  information so we can approve the transaction and deposit into your accounts immediately. We would refund the {$200.00} USD you sent earlier once you send the extra {$200.00} USD to your buyer XXXX information for us to approve this transaction. 
We will credit your account with the total of {$850.00} USD once you send the extra {$200.00} USD to your buyer XXXX information. " You can use any payment method to make the payment. 
Then he cheated me to pay this {$200.00}, I used XXXX transferred from my Chase account to XXXX XXXX XXXX CA XXXX XXXX dollars, and used robinhood and paid him XXXX dollars bitcoin. 
I was later cheated by him to XXXX another {$290.00} to his account XXXX XXXX. 
In total I lost XXXX dollars from my Chase checking account. I called police same night, she asked me to contact Chase bank, second morning I called Chase, they don't think they are responsible for this scam. I am now helpless.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 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: CO

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my concern about a violation of my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Specifically, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX has violated my privacy rights under 15 USC 1681 section 602. As a consumer, I have the right to privacy and to control the information that is shared about me. According to 15 USC 1681 section 604 A section 2, a consumer reporting agency can not furnish my account without my written instructions. This means that I have the right to decide who has access to my credit information and how it is used.

Furthermore, 15 USC 1681a definitions ; rules of constructions - exclusion - except as provided in paragraph, the term consumer report does not include any report containing information solely as to transactions or experiences between the consumer and the person making the report. 15 USC 1666B states that a creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open-end consumer credit plan as late for any purposes. This means that I have the right to make payments on time and not be penalized for doing so. 
I am aware of the " Opt Out '' requirement detailed in subsection ( b ) of 15 U.S. Code 6802, and I understand the definition of " nonpublic personal information '' as provided in subsection ( e ) ( 4 ). I expect that my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act will be respected and that my privacy will be protected.

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 2023-08-14 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: CO

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my concern about a violation of my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Specifically, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  has violated my privacy rights under

15 USC 1681 section 602. As a consumer, I have the right to privacy and to control the information that is shared about me. According to 15 USC 1681 section 604 A section 2, a consumer reporting agency can not furnish my account without my written instructions. This means that I have the right to decide who has access to my credit information and how it is used. Furthermore, 15 USC 1681a definitions ; rules of constructions - exclusion - except as provided in paragraph, the term consumer report does not include any report containing information solely as to transactions or experiences between the consumer and the person making the report. 15 USC 1666B states that a creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open-end consumer credit plan as late for any purposes. This means that I have the right to make payments on time and not be penalized for doing so.
I am aware of the " Opt Out '' requirement detailed in subsection ( b ) of 15 U.S. Code 6802, and I understand the definition of " nonpublic personal information '' as provided in subsection ( e ) ( 4 ). I expect that my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act will be respected and that my privacy will be protected.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I've been going back and forth on numerous occassions with Equifax, XXXX and XXXX regarding Bankruptcies placed on my credit report. ref # XXXX and XXXX. Based on the letter I received from United States Bankruptcy Court XXXX District of XXXX  stating that it does not provide information to credit reporting agencies. Due to Bankruptcy cases information being available for any interested party to review. According to 15 U.S. Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports : ( a ) Subject to subsection ( c ), any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : ( 2 ) In accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. They need my written consent to add anything to my consumer report. I didnt give any permission nor consent or authorization for this action to take place on my consumer report. This is a violation to the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 15 U.S. Code 1681c - Requirements relating to information contained in consumer reports, No adverse items besides the conviction of crimes should be on your report, any items that is a derogatory mark is not allowed into consumer reports this is another violation. 12 CFR 1022.3 Definitions Identity theft means a fraud committed or attempted using the identifying information of another person without authority. Equifax, XXXX and XXXX are not maintaining reasonable procedures. Also 12 CFR 1016.7 states that " A consumer may exercise the right to opt out at any time. '' I am opting out of your reporting services.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 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:
I've been going back and forth on numerous occassions with XXXX, Experian and XXXX regarding Bankruptcies placed on my credit report. ref # XXXX and XXXX. Based on the letter I received from United States Bankruptcy XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Georgia stating that it does not provide information to credit reporting agencies. Due to Bankruptcy cases information being available for any interested party to review. According to 15 U.S. Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports : ( a ) Subject to subsection ( c ), any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : ( 2 ) In accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. They need my written consent to add anything to my consumer report. I didnt give any permission nor consent or authorization for this action to take place on my consumer report. This is a violation to the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 15 U.S. Code 1681c - Requirements relating to information contained in consumer reports, No adverse items besides the conviction of crimes should be on your report, any items that is a derogatory mark is not allowed into consumer reports this is another violation. 12 CFR 1022.3 Definitions Identity theft means a fraud committed or attempted using the identifying information of another person without authority. XXXX, XXXX and Experian are not maintaining reasonable procedures. Also 12 CFR 1016.7 states that " A consumer may exercise the right to opt out at any time. '' I am opting out of your reporting services.

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 2023-08-14 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I'M A VICTIM OF IDENTITY THEFT. THIS IS NOT A DISPUTE! THIS IS MY " 2ND '' REQUEST FOR REMOVAL OF THE FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS SEE ATTACHMENT.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit card or prepaid card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Trouble using your card — Can't use card to make purchases
Company: GOLDMAN SACHS BANK USA
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I have my Apple Card ( Goldman sachs ) account restricted, tried to contact to them big number of times and they just say account under review, its already going few months

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I have reached out for more information about this alleged account to include the 1099 considering it is listed as a charge off. Please stop ignoring me and provide the 1099 for this charge-off or at least tell me if there was one done. Also if this alleged debt was sold provide that information as well. You have several alleged accounts for me under XXXX and I need this info for and all. THIS IS ALLEGEDLY VICTORIA SECRETS ACCOUNT

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 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 — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, California XXXX Date of Birth : XX/XX/XXXX SS # : XXXX Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to file a formal dispute regarding numerous violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and other related laws, which have significantly impacted my financial well-being and peace of mind. I am reaching out to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) in the hope that you will enforce the legal protections afforded to consumers like me. 

These violations have been carried out by multiple creditors and have resulted in severe damage to my credit profile. The consequences have been far-reaching, affecting my ability to secure loans, housing, and even employment opportunities. I understand that the purpose of the FCRA is to ensure fair and accurate credit reporting, and I implore the CFPB to ensure that these laws are enforced to protect individuals like me from unjust treatment. 

The violations I am disputing are as follows : 1. Unauthorized Inquiries : - XXXX XXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ) - XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX ) - XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ) - XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ) XXXX. Inaccurate Reporting and Unverified Accounts : - XXXX XXXX  ( Account Number : XXXX ) - XXXX ( Account Number : XXXX ) - XXXX  XXXX ( Account Number : XXXX ) - XXXX ( Account XXXX XXXX XXXX ) - XXXX ( Account Number : XXXX ) - XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Account Number : XXXX ) - XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Account Number : XXXX ) Furthermore, incorrect personal information has been reported, including incorrect previous addresses. 

The emotional toll this situation has taken on me can not be overstated. The constant stress and XXXX   of being unfairly judged based on inaccurate and unverified information have caused sleepless nights and a constant feeling of hopelessness. I have even lost out on job opportunities due to the tarnished credit profile that these violations have created. 

I kindly request that the CFPB thoroughly investigate these violations and enforce the necessary actions against the involved creditors. Specifically, I demand that the unverified accounts mentioned above be removed from my credit report as they are damaging my financial credibility without proper validation. 

I am confident in the CFPB 's commitment to consumer protection and fair credit reporting, and I am hopeful that your intervention will provide the justice I deserve. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I have enclosed copies of relevant documentation to support my claims. Please feel free to contact me at [ Your Phone Number ] or [ Your Email Address ] if you require any further information. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 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 — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, California XXXX Date of Birth : XX/XX/XXXX SS # : XXXX Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to file a formal dispute regarding numerous violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and other related laws, which have significantly impacted my financial well-being and peace of mind. I am reaching out to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) in the hope that you will enforce the legal protections afforded to consumers like me. 

These violations have been carried out by multiple creditors and have resulted in severe damage to my credit profile. The consequences have been far-reaching, affecting my ability to secure loans, housing, and even employment opportunities. I understand that the purpose of the FCRA is to ensure fair and accurate credit reporting, and I implore the CFPB to ensure that these laws are enforced to protect individuals like me from unjust treatment. 

The violations I am disputing are as follows : 1. Unauthorized Inquiries : - XXXX XXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ) - XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX ) - XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ) - XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ) 2. Inaccurate Reporting and Unverified Accounts : - XXXX XXXX  ( Account Number : XXXX ) - XXXX ( Account Number : XXXX ) - XXXX  XXXX ( Account Number : XXXX ) - XXXX ( Account Number : XXXX ) - XXXX ( Account Number : XXXX ) - XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Account Number : XXXX ) - XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Account Number : XXXX ) Furthermore, incorrect personal information has been reported, including incorrect previous addresses. 

The emotional toll this situation has taken on me can not be overstated. The constant stress and XXXX  of being unfairly judged based on inaccurate and unverified information have caused sleepless nights and a constant feeling of hopelessness. I have even lost out on job opportunities due to the tarnished credit profile that these violations have created. 

I kindly request that the CFPB thoroughly investigate these violations and enforce the necessary actions against the involved creditors. Specifically, I demand that the unverified accounts mentioned above be removed from my credit report as they are damaging my financial credibility without proper validation. 

I am confident in the CFPB 's commitment to consumer protection and fair credit reporting, and I am hopeful that your intervention will provide the justice I deserve. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I have enclosed copies of relevant documentation to support my claims. Please feel free to contact me at [ Your Phone Number ] or [ Your Email Address ] if you require any further information. 

Sincerely, 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 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Kikoff Inc.
State: NH

Complaint narrative:
Kikoff, gave me credit and didn't tell me in writing that I owed them money. They never told me I owed payments to them at all. They are totally deceptive have have fraudulent business practices. How could I pay them if they didn't send me a bill. I want the delinquent account from Kickoff taken off my credit report. I've paid my credit cards on time or in advance. 
Please don't let this corrupt business harm me and other Americans. We deserve fair businesses. And, Kikoff is not fair. There fraudulent and totally unjust.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
improper use of my report ; In accordance with the fair credit reporting act this creditors has violated my rights pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1681 section 602 states i have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C. 1681 604 ( a ) section 2 Credit Reporting Agency can not furnish an account information without my written instructions.

15 U.S.C. 1666 ( b ) a Creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open consumer credit plan as late for any purpose

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a compliant against XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX let someone pretend to be in XXXX XXXX. I tried to dispute the matter several times. Some odd reason that person hack into my saving and checking account that year to transfer it all into XXXX XXXX My account was in the negativeXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX advised me deactivate my XXXX XXXX  and reset my user name and password. XXXX XXXX XXXX had issued me a temp credit. After they has done their investigation. XXXX XXXX XXXX wanted to reverse the temp credit because my name was on the account. XXXX XXXX XXXX  had report me XXXX XXXX in XXXX XXXX At first, I had refused to pay for something I didn't do at all. It was hard for me to apply for any personal or business checking account because of this situation. My attorney from XXXX XXXX send a demand letter to XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX on XXXX XXXX XXXX  He gave XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX 15 days to resolve the matter, no response from XXXX XXXX XXXX yet. XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX held me responsible for {$6400.00}. After I paid for something I didn't do. I paid it in full on XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX told me. I have 5 years to removed from the XXXX XXXX. If I had known, I would not paid a cent. Something I should not done anyway. I request a copy of the policy. They refused. I should not paid for something, I didn't do at all. Please you want removed from the XXXX XXXX. I want my {$6400.00} back and removed from the XXXXXXXX XXXX. I have provide them documents. XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ripped so many customers off. Thats why they are constantly being sue for something. Be careful having any accounts with them. XXXX XXXX XXXX is the largest bank of crooks.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 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: FactorTrust, Inc.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
Improper use of credit reporting

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I DONT HAVE PUBLIC RECORDS ON MY REPORT, PLEASE AND I'M BEGGING YOU TO DELETE THIS INACCURATE DETAILS ON MY REPORT ASAP, THIS GIVING ME XXXX  AND I WON'T ALOW IT.

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 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: ERC
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
Please see the attached letter regarding the account that is not mine due to identity theft. I have filed all of the necessary forms including the FTC online form and affidavit. This is all equivalent to a police report as well. This is my second request to you to remove these fraudulent accounts from all three of the credit bureaus before I take legal action. Send the validation of these accounts as well with your response back to this complaint. I want the account name, account balance, past due amount, and date of last activity verified and provided to me as well.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I DONT HAVE PUBLIC RECORDS ON MY REPORT, PLEASE AND I'M BEGGING YOU TO DELETE THIS INACCURATE DETAILS ON MY REPORT ASAP, THIS GIVING ME XXXX  AND I WON'T ALOW IT.

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