Consumer complaint received 2024-09-19 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
I recently disputed the accuracy of certain information on my credit report, and I have received your response. However, I am not satisfied with the outcome of the reinvestigation. Therefore, I am writing to request the method of verification for the following disputed item ( s ) : Disputed Item ( s ) : 1. Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Reason for Dispute : [ Briefly restate why the information is incorrect ] Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), Section 611 ( a ) ( 7 ), I have the right to request " a description of the procedure used to determine the accuracy and completeness of the information. '' Additionally, FCRA Section 607 ( b ) requires that credit reporting agencies " follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information '' contained in consumer reports. 15 U.S. Code 1666b is a law that covers the timing of payments for open-end consumer credit plans. The law requires creditors to : Provide payment due date information : Creditors must mail or deliver statements to consumers at least 21 days before the payment due date. 
Provide extension information : Creditors must provide the amount and date of each extension of credit. 
Handle inquiries : Creditors can treat inquiries for clarification or documentation as billing errors. 
The law also states that creditors can not treat a payment as late unless they have reasonable procedures to ensure that statements are delivered on time. 
If a creditor fails to comply with the requirements of 15 U.S. Code 1666b, they may forfeit their right to collect the amount indicated by the obligor. The amount that can be forfeited is capped at {$50.00}.

15 U.S. Code 1637a is a section of the United States Code that covers disclosure requirements for open-end consumer credit plans that are secured by a consumer 's primary residence. This section requires that creditors provide the following information to consumers when they distribute an application to open a credit card account. 
Annual percentage rate The annual percentage rate for any extension of credit under the plan, along with a statement that this rate only includes interest Interest rate information A statement that interest rate information will be included with each periodic statement The Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ) was enacted to protect consumers from unfair or inaccurate credit billing practices. TILA requires creditors to disclose credit terms in a meaningful way. 15 U.S. Code 1637 ( a ) - ( d ) covers disclosure requirements for open-end consumer credit plans, including interest rates, finance charges, consumer rights, and creditor responsibilities.

Please provide the specific details on how the investigation was conducted, including number of the person or entity that verified the information.

1. The name, address, and telephone 2. The method and sources used for verification.

I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and look forward to your detailed response as required by law. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation