vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
You are in Violation of furnishing my consumer reports to person/s that do not have any permissible purpose or any legitimate business reason to receive those reports which is a clear violation of my right to privacy. 

On XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX you furnished my consumer report without a permissible purpose as per 15 USC 1681b ( 2 ) or knowingly without a legitimate business reason pursuant [ 15 U.S.C 1681b ( a ) 3 ( f ) ( i ).

The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), [ 15 U.S.C 1681b ( a ) 3 ( f ) ( i )., for unlawfully furnishing my { Insert CRA that inquiry is on here } consumer report on { Insert Date,XXXX } without my authorization or a permissible purpose under the 15 USC 1681b ( 2 ) Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA } and its guidelines for permissible purpose.

A person shall not use or obtain a consumer report for any purpose unless ; 1. The consumer report is obtained for a purpose for which the consumer report is authorized to be furnished under this section. 
2. The purpose is certified in accordance with section 1681b ( f ). Chester v. Purvis, 260 F. Supp 2d 711 ( S.D. Ind. 2003 ).

I hereby request pursuant rule 1002 the permissible purpose or legitimate business reason certification that authorized the furnish of my consumer report on XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX Be advised the advisory opinion of BUREAU OF CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION 12 CFR Part 1022 Fair Credit Reporting ; Permissible Purposes for Furnishing, Using, and Obtaining Consumer Reports explains that the permissible purposes listed in FCRA section 604 ( a ) ( 3 ) are consumer specific, and it affirms that a consumer reporting agency may not provide a consumer report to a user under FCRA section 604 ( a ) ( 3 ) unless it has reason to believe that all of the consumer report information it includes pertains to the consumer who is the subject of the users request. The Bureau notes that disclaimers will not cure a failure to have a reason to believe that a user has a permissible purpose for a consumer report provided pursuant to FCRA section 604 ( a ) ( 3 ).

This advisory opinion also reminds consumer report users that FCRA section 604 ( f ) strictly prohibits a person who uses or obtains a consumer report from doing so without a permissible purpose. 

So why was a consumer report furnished to XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX without a permissible purpose or legitimate business reason?

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Right now I am bothered! I have attempted to be patient ; however, it is hard to be patient when you feel that you are continually being overlooked by somebody. I am a victim of Identity Theft, and I did not make or authorize this charge. I am requesting that the charge be removed, that any other charges related to the fraudulent amount be credited, as well, and that I receive an accurate statement. This request is made pursuant to the Fair Credit Billing Acts amendments.In accordance with FCRA, I am requesting these items to be reviewed for completeness and accuracy and appropriateness. In lieu of sending the information, please ensure a proper investigation is performed. I would appreciate a timely response outlining the steps that will occur to resolve this matter. If I do not receive a response, I will have no choice but to exercise my right and pursue legal action. 

XXXXXXXX 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 2023-09-20 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, XXXX  Account XXXX for XXXX XXXX has violated my rights. 

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 also states that a consumer reporting agency can only furnish an account with my written instructions. 

I have enclosed copies of the letters I sent to the credit agencies, the credit agencies ' responses, a full copy of my credit report, and the discrepancies that the different credit agencies show on the Account.

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 2023-09-20 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:
Time has already passed but up until now, I havent heard any kind of response from the 3Credit Bureaus which made me decide to seek assistance from you. They have shown negligence and an act of refusal of complying 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 failed 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 of : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/2022

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 2023-09-20 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Right now I am bothered! I have attempted to be patient ; however, it is hard to be patient when you feel that you are continually being overlooked by somebody. I am a victim of Identity Theft, and I did not make or authorize this charge. I am requesting that the charge be removed, that any other charges related to the fraudulent amount be credited, as well, and that I receive an accurate statement. This request is made pursuant to the Fair Credit Billing Acts amendments.In accordance with FCRA, I am requesting these items to be reviewed for completeness and accuracy and appropriateness. In lieu of sending the information, please ensure a proper investigation is performed. I would appreciate a timely response outlining the steps that will occur to resolve this matter. If I do not receive a response, I will have no choice but to exercise my right and pursue legal action. 

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
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Right now I am bothered! I have attempted to be patient ; however, it is hard to be patient when you feel that you are continually being overlooked by somebody. I am a victim of Identity Theft, and I did not make or authorize this charge. I am requesting that the charge be removed, that any other charges related to the fraudulent amount be credited, as well, and that I receive an accurate statement. This request is made pursuant to the Fair Credit Billing Acts amendments.In accordance with FCRA, I am requesting these items to be reviewed for completeness and accuracy and appropriateness. In lieu of sending the information, please ensure a proper investigation is performed. I would appreciate a timely response outlining the steps that will occur to resolve this matter. If I do not receive a response, I will have no choice but to exercise my right and pursue legal action. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 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: OK

Complaint narrative:
When I investigated my credit report, I realized that some of the information was erroneous. The 3 credit bureaus are required to authenticate the accounts under Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ). ( A ). It is not acceptable to treat the reporting accounts as unconfirmed information without producing proof within the legal time range. 

DEPT OF EDUCATION/XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$2100.00} ; XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00}.

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 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: OK

Complaint narrative:
When I investigated my credit report, I realized that some of the information was erroneous. The 3 credit bureaus are required to authenticate the accounts under Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ). ( A ). It is not acceptable to treat the reporting accounts as unconfirmed information without producing proof within the legal time range. 

DEPT OF EDUCATION/XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$2100.00} ; XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00}.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my disappointment regarding your recent claims concerning my accounts. I firmly reject these claims based on the fact that you lack substantial material evidence to support your assertions. As a result, I strongly urge you to promptly commence a comprehensive investigation into these matters. 

Your recent claims have cast a significant shadow over my financial standing and hold the potential to cause severe harm to my creditworthiness. It is of utmost importance that we address this situation swiftly and accurately to prevent further repercussions. 

Furthermore, I want to emphasize my strong rejection of your decision to decline my identity theft claim. The authority to determine whether I have been a victim of identity theft does not reside with your organization but with established legal processes. Your authority or legal standing does not grant you the right to make such a determination on my behalf. 

If you persist in declining my position, I am prepared to take legal action by contacting my attorney to seek a legal remedy. I implore you to ensure that my identity theft claim is processed in strict accordance with the law. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX & XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute the following accounts. I did not owe this debt and it does not belong to me. I never established these accounts. I was contacted by a collection agency regarding the accounts that were obtained under my name. I have no knowledge of obtaining any of the accounts listed here. Please remove these accounts and send me an updated copy of my report after the investigation.

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 2023-09-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute the following accounts. I did not owe this debt and it does not belong to me. I never established these accounts. I was contacted by a collection agency regarding the accounts that were obtained under my name. I have no knowledge of obtaining any of the accounts listed here. Please remove these accounts and send me an updated copy of my report after the investigation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 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: Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (FNIS)
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I disputed errors that were made to my Chexsystems report. There were several unauthorized inquiries on my credit report. I requested that they be removed, some were left on my report, some were removed but then put back on, without reason or explanation. The dates of the inquiries were also changed to more recent dates, which would allow them to be on my credit report for a longer than necessary period.

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 2023-09-20 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
This is my follow-up for my complaint to remove these unathorized inquiries from my XXXX and TRANSUNION credit report ... XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry : XX/XX/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 2023-09-20 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:
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, XXXX Account XXXX for XXXX has violated my rights.

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 also states that a consumer reporting agency can only furnish an account with my written instructions.

I have enclosed copies of the letters I sent to the credit agencies, the credit agencies ' responses, a full copy of my credit report, and the discrepancies that the different credit agencies show on the Account.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Time has already passed but up until now, I havent heard any kind of response from the 3Credit Bureaus which made me decide to seek assistance from you. They have shown negligence and an act of refusal of complying 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 failed 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 of : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Time has already passed but up until now, I havent heard any kind of response from the 3Credit Bureaus which made me decide to seek assistance from you. They have shown negligence and an act of refusal of complying 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 failed 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 of : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/

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 2023-09-20 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: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
My credit report is showing late payments to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX , XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, and XXXX XXXX XXXX. Those payments were made on time. I am requesting that the late payment markings be updated to reflect my accurate payment history. If there is any confusion, I suggest you contact myself or the creditors customer service representative.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 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: GOLDMAN SACHS BANK USA
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
My credit report is showing late payments to XXXX XXXX/XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX , XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, and XXXX XXXX  XXXX. Those payments were made on time. I am requesting that the late payment markings be updated to reflect my accurate payment history. If there is any confusion, I suggest you contact myself or the creditors customer service representative.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I won't tolerate your attempt to dismiss my identity theft claim as an error or a misrepresentation of material fact. WHO ON EARTH GRANTED YOU THE AUTHORITY TO DETERMINE WHAT CONSTITUTES A MATERIAL FACT? YOU'RE NOT A JUDGE, A JURY, OR IN ANY POSITION TO MAKE SUCH JUDGMENTS! YOU HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO RIGHT. The actions of your bureau have left me deeply troubled and frustrated. What I find particularly perplexing is that both XXXX and XXXX have taken prompt action to remove the disputed accounts from my credit report, and yet TransUnion has chosen to dismiss my claims. This stark inconsistency in your response only adds to my distress and frustration. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. Please delete.

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 2023-09-20 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Cashing a check
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
The bank on 3 occasions cashied a check that did not belong or originat from my account but withdrew the fund from my account. The teller made a mistake and typed in my account number. I requested copies of all checks the were cashied from my account to see if any other checks were cashed erroneously wrong and they will not provide copies.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-09-20 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my disappointment regarding your recent claims concerning my accounts. I firmly reject these claims based on the fact that you lack substantial material evidence to support your assertions. As a result, I strongly urge you to promptly commence a comprehensive investigation into these matters. 

Your recent claims have cast a significant shadow over my financial standing and hold the potential to cause severe harm to my creditworthiness. It is of utmost importance that we address this situation swiftly and accurately to prevent further repercussions. 

Furthermore, I want to emphasize my strong rejection of your decision to decline my identity theft claim. The authority to determine whether I have been a victim of identity theft does not reside with your organization but with established legal processes. Your authority or legal standing does not grant you the right to make such a determination on my behalf. 

If you persist in declining my position, I am prepared to take legal action by contacting my attorney to seek a legal remedy. I implore you to ensure that my identity theft claim is processed in strict accordance with the law. 

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