vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I 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, who's studying XXXX XXXX, helped 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 if you could assist in removing the following from my credit report. these are the accounts : 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 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 2024-05-08 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed my report and I noticed inaccurate information still reporting inaccurately on my reports. I have sent multiple letters of communication to XXXX, XXXX, XXXX and Goldman Sachs with no response to my requests. On my credit report it shows Apple Card- GS Bank USA is a charge off but has a reporting balance of $ XXXX noticed that several deviations from mandatory standards were present which will most likely affect the validity and accuracy of data in this document. These claims that the information in my report is negative, untrue or incorrect are unsubstantiated. To date I have not received any physical proof to back up these statements and eagerly await a reply from you.Document that you have complied with the reporting requirements, and report without any deviations. Please note that if you have not complied with the requirements, I will need to remove them from my report.Per 15 U.S.C 1681e Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates Also per 12 CFR Part 1022 ( Regulation V ) requires furnishers to : A - Furnish information about accounts or other relationships with a consumer that has integrity. B - Furnish information about accounts or other relationships with a consumer that is accurate. C - Conduct reasonable investigations of consumer disputes. I have demanded proof of debt showing my signed signature, proof of purchase, It has been over 90 days since the first initial dispute which violates FCRA section 623 ( a ) ( 3 ), which violates the law.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed my report and I noticed inaccurate information still reporting inaccurately on my reports. I have sent multiple letters of communication to XXXX, Experian, XXXX and XXXX XXXX with no response to my requests. On my credit report it shows XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX is a charge off but has a reporting balance of $ XXXX noticed that several deviations from mandatory standards were present which will most likely affect the validity and accuracy of data in this document. These claims that the information in my report is negative, untrue or incorrect are unsubstantiated. To date I have not received any physical proof to back up these statements and eagerly await a reply from you.Document that you have complied with the reporting requirements, and report without any deviations. Please note that if you have not complied with the requirements, I will need to remove them from my report.Per 15 U.S.C 1681e Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates Also per 12 CFR Part 1022 ( Regulation V ) requires furnishers to : A - Furnish information about accounts or other relationships with a consumer that has integrity. B - Furnish information about accounts or other relationships with a consumer that is accurate. C - Conduct reasonable investigations of consumer disputes. I have demanded proof of debt showing my signed signature, proof of purchase, It has been over 90 days since the first initial dispute which violates FCRA section 623 ( a ) ( 3 ), which violates the law.

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 2024-05-08 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: MA

Complaint narrative:
I have attached the 7 creditors I do not authorized to check. I dont even bank with them.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08 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:
Im a victim of identity theft and nothing has changed in my report. I mailed my dispute to Experian on XX/XX/XXXX proof in the upload documents.. I have not heard anything from Experian in over 45 days I will be suing Experian in XXXX business days .. distinctly verify all methods that were use to verify accounts. I demand to know the. Name of agent or rep you spoke to, department, etc ..also documents with my signature and consent serving as proof. Along with terms and agreements. I have my police report along with my affidavit. 15 U.S. Code 1681c 2 - Block of information resulting from identity theft U.S. Code ( a ) Block 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, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt by such agency of ( 1 ) appropriate proof of the identity of the consumer ; ( 2 ) a copy of an identity theft report ; ( 3 ) the identification of such information by the consumer; and ( 4 ) a statement by the consumer that the information is not information relating to any transaction by the consumer. These following accounts are fraudulent and need to be blocked and deleted..

USC1681s-2, 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ), 15 USC 1681e ( b ) XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry XXXX XX/XX/XXXX According to Cushman v Experian 1997, Experian is suppose to ensure MAXIMUM POSSIBLE ACCURACY : This account Violates these laws.15 USC 1681I, 15 USC1681s-2, 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ), 15 USC 1681e ( b ). Delete account immediately. This account is fraudulent and has to be deleted in 4 days!!!!!

USC1681s-2, 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ), 15 USC 1681e ( b ) XXXX XXXX  XXXX Date of inquiry XXXX XX/XX/XXXX According to Cushman v Experian 1997, Experian is suppose to ensure MAXIMUM POSSIBLE ACCURACY : This account Violates these laws.15 USC 1681I, 15 USC1681s-2, 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ), 15 USC 1681e ( b ). Delete account immediately. This account is fraudulent and has to be deleted in 4 days!!!!!

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 2024-05-08 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:
This account was charged off on the following date ( XXXX, XXXX  ) Since then the account has repeatedly been updated as charged off every month. 
This is an update in the payment history. A charged off account should NOT include an active payment history. This inaccurate information falsely manipulates the statute of limitations. You failed to investigate this account property and your neglect has violated my rights. I am demanding a deletion of the following account : Accounts Name - XXXX XXXX Account Number- 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 2024-05-08 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally request the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau 's intervention in a matter that has significantly affected my financial health and peace of mind. This involves incorrect reporting of two accounts by Experian and associated mismanagement by XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ), with both accounts erroneously appearing on my credit report. 

Despite my efforts to resolve this through the dispute mechanisms provided by the credit bureau, the information continually returns as " validated, '' even though no conclusive documentationsuch as a copy of my signature or proof of my authorization to open these accounts, or evidence of any transactions madehas ever been provided to me. This refusal to provide documentation and proper verification directly contradicts the requirements stipulated under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 

Additionally, it is critical to highlight that both accounts were written off and reported as income through 1099 forms. As these debts have been canceled and recognized as income, they should not continue to be listed as consumer debts on my credit report. The failure to remove these items not only contravenes credit reporting standards but also continues to unjustly degrade my credit score. 

Given the severity of these inaccuracies and the direct impact on my life.

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 2024-05-08 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
XXXXm begging you please remove this to the credit report

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08 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: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a formal complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) regarding a 7-year-old charged-off Capital One credit card that continues to appear on my credit report. This account, with partial number XXXX, was opened on XX/XX/XXXX. Despite the Fair Credit Reporting Act 's ( FCRA ) seven-year limit for reporting negative information, this charged-off account remains on my credit report, causing significant harm to my credit score and overall financial opportunities. 

Legal Grounds for Complaint Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 USC 1681 ) The FCRA stipulates that negative information like charge-offs should be removed after seven years from the date of the original delinquency. Since this charge-off is over seven years old, it should no longer be reported.

Fair Credit Billing Act ( 15 USC 1666b ) The Fair Credit Billing Act requires creditors to promptly correct billing errors and discrepancies. The continued reporting of this charge-off could indicate improper handling of account information. 
Privacy Act of 1974 This act ensures consumer privacy and control over personal information. The continued presence of a charged-off account beyond its permissible reporting period raises privacy concerns.

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( 15 USC 1692 ) The FDCPA prohibits unfair or deceptive practices in debt collection. The ongoing report of a charged-off debt may suggest improper debt collection practices. 
IRS Regulations on Discharged Debt According to IRS rules, a discharged or forgiven debt should not be reported on a credit report. Additionally, the absence of a 1099-C form, which confirms a discharged debt for tax purposes, raises questions about the accuracy of this charge-off.

Requested Actions I request the following from the CFPB : Immediate Removal of the Charge-Off Given that the charge-off is over seven years old, it should be removed from my credit report. 
Investigation into Compliance with IRS Regulations Examine whether Capital One issued a 1099-C, as required by IRS regulations , for this charged-off debt.

Review of Account Handling Investigate whether Capital One violated any provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Fair Credit Billing Act, or Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. 
I request a prompt response and appropriate action to correct this situation. If further information or documentation is required, I am prepared to provide it upon request. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I look forward to hearing from you soon. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08 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:
Im a victim of identity theft and nothing has changed in my report. I mailed my dispute to Experian on XX/XX/XXXX proof in the upload documents.. I have not heard anything from Experian in over 45 days I will be suing Experian in 4 business days .. distinctly verify all methods that were use to verify accounts. I demand to know the. Name of agent or rep you spoke to, department, etc ..also documents with my signature and consent serving as proof. Along with terms and agreements. I have my police report along with my affidavit. 15 U.S. Code 1681c 2 - Block of information resulting from identity theft U.S. Code ( a ) Block 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, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt by such agency of ( 1 ) appropriate proof of the identity of the consumer ; ( 2 ) a copy of an identity theft report ; ( 3 ) the identification of such information by the consumer; and ( 4 ) a statement by the consumer that the information is not information relating to any transaction by the consumer. These following accounts are fraudulent and need to be blocked and deleted.. 
USC1681s-2, 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ), 15 USC 1681e ( b ) XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry XXXX XX/XX/XXXX According to XXXX XXXX Experian XXXX, Experian is suppose to ensure MAXIMUM POSSIBLE ACCURACY : This account Violates these laws.15 USC 1681I, 15 USC1681s-2, 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ), 15 USC 1681e ( b ). Delete account immediately. This account is fraudulent and has to be deleted in 4 days!!!!! 
USC1681s-2, 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ), 15 USC 1681e ( b ) XXXX XXXX XXXX Date of inquiry XXXX XX/XX/XXXX According to XXXX XXXX Experian XXXX, Experian is suppose to ensure MAXIMUM POSSIBLE ACCURACY : This account Violates these laws.15 USC 1681I, 15 USC1681s-2, 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ), 15 USC 1681e ( b ). Delete account immediately. This account is fraudulent and has to be deleted in 4 days!!!!!

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 2024-05-08 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Fraud or scam — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/2024 a customer of mine paid me for products that he received then went behind my back to dispute the charge so that he could get the money back without me knowing that he filled a dispute with his bank. I reached out to the customer and he claims he has no recognition of him filling a dispute. I reached out to cash app to see what I could do and they advised that since he disputed the charge with his bank, cash app had to give the money back. So now Im out of money and products over a false dispute which isnt fair on my end.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Unauthorized transactions or other transaction problem — 
Company: Chime Financial Inc
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
CHIMES- DATA BREECHED SINCE XXXX UNAUTHORIZED ACCOUNTS OPENED IN NAME

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: DE

Complaint narrative:
This collection agency has violated the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 USC 1692g Sec. 809 ( b ) By not providing the needed information to properly verify this alleged debt. i have asked for the following documentation to be sent pursuant to that law : The complete and signed contract for the debt obligation which is the subject matter of this dispute ; An itemized breakdown of what you claim the money is owed for ; Explain and show me how you calculated the amount in dispute ; Provide me with copies of any documents, ledgers, spreadsheets, etc., that show that I agreed to pay the amount you claim that I owe ; Identify the original creditor ; Identify and accurately describe any third-party costs for which you are charging me, and that you have included in the disputed amount along a complete itemization of all such charges ; Provide me with an affidavit that the Statute of Limitations has not expired on this account ; Show me that you are licensed to collect on a debt in the State of Delaware ; and Provide me with your and your client 's proof of Good Standing under the laws of Delaware and the Secretary of State along with information regarding your Registered Agent for Service of Process. If this company have the proper authority to collect on this debt, my request should not have gone unanswered. Please help me pressure this company into providing the needed documentation on this.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Private student loan
Issue: Struggling to repay your loan — Problem lowering your monthly payments
Company: AES/PHEAA
State: NH

Complaint narrative:
I consolidated my XXXX XXXX loans with XXXX, managed through American Education Services, in 2016. When the pandemic hit, and I entered XXXX XXXX at the University of XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX AES told me that my payments must continue. This put me in an awful financial situation, as I struggled to make my monthly minimum of ~ $ XXXX. They repeatedly told me that my loans did not qualify for any deferment or forbearance. Finally, in my XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, they approved a 3-month deferment and, upon showing financial hardship, allowed approximately one year of forbearance. However, I recently sought to minimize my monthly payment through a loan modification, as I XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and I am trying to repay the money owed on credit cards given the three years of making payments I couldn't afford during school. Those requests were denied, and I was told there's nothing I can do- they will not work with me on lowering my monthly payment. Finally, after pressing, the AES Representative explained that my previous requests for XXXX deferment were denied because I had originally selected " immediate pay '' and thus waived any right to XXXX deferment. This tactic of burying an important term and making it so inconspicuous is not only predatory but should also nullify the contract as void/voidable.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
on XX/XX/2024 | sent a letter regarding inaccurate and unknown things on my credit report to this day over 30 days later I have not received a response yet. I feel like I'm being taken advantage of and being ignored of my disputes. Section 611 ( a ), it is plainly stated that a failure to investigate these items within 30 days gives a reason to immediately remove those items from my credit report it has been over 30 days so they should be deleted promptly. I demand these accounts be deleted immediately or I will file for litigation due to the stress you caused me. My information was also impacted by the Equifax data breach and may have got into the hands of thewrongperson.|

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-05-08 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
on XX/XX/2024 | sent a letter regarding inaccurate and unknown things on my credit report to this day over 30 days later I have not received a response yet. I feel like I'm being taken advantage of and being ignored of my disputes. Section 611 ( a ), it is plainly stated that a failure to investigate these items within 30 days gives a reason to immediately remove those items from my credit report it has been over 30 days so they should be deleted promptly. I demand these accounts be deleted immediately or I will file for litigation due to the stress you caused me. My information was also impacted by the XXXX data breach and may have got into the hands of thewrongperson.|

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