vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX reported inaccurate, negative information on my credit report to the big three consumer reporting agencies ( Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX ) for a debt that does not belong to me. The collection ( opened on XX/XX/year> for {$490.00} ) purportedly involves a XXXX XXXX account. 

I called XXXX XXXX years ago when it first attempted to collect this debt. XXXX confirmed the account neither belonged to me nor did it have any record of an outstanding balance associated with my name. At the time, XXXX 's collector discontinued collection efforts and returned the account to XXXX. Additionally, XXXX confirmed that the account in question belongs to a consumer who has a Maryland address. I've never lived in Maryland. 

Please discontinue this collection attempt and remove the negative information to the the big three consumer reporting agencies.

For policymakers : Consumer reporting agencies have created a system that facilitates collectors ' Illegally parking of inaccurate information on consumers ' reports. It is, therefore, little wonder why the big three consumer reporting agencies have earned the reputation of being a " cartel '' and a " tool of coercion '' for companies ' illegal collection activity. Policymakers should treat consumer reporting agencies as utilities.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Funds not handled or disbursed as instructed
Company: TRUIST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
Truist Bank cleared check XXXX for {$2400.00} on XX/XX/XXXX. Truist Bank cleared check XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX for {$21000.00}. Truist Bank cleared check XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX for {$21000.00}. Check XXXX was the last legitimate check cleared on the XXXX statement on XX/XX/XXXX. Truist will not discuss the operations of their system in allowing duplicate check numbers to clear the account. Truist will not discuss the operations in allowing a check completely out of sequence clearing the account either. I have been told this is a Fraud department issue when it should be an operations issue. These checks should have triggered some sort of flag in the system operations. Truist was notified on XX/XX/XXXX of these issues and are relying on fraud rules to dictate an operations failure.

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 2024-08-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Dear, XXXX XXXX This letter is being sent to you in response to : Response to a listing on my Credit Report.

Be advised this is not a refusal to pay, but a notice sent pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 USC 1692g stating your claim is disputed and validation is requested.

This is NOT a request for verification or proof of my mailing address, but a request for VALIDATION made pursuant to the above-named Title and Section. I respectfully request your offices provide me with competent evidence that I have any legal obligation to pay you.

At this time, I will also inform you that if your offices have reported invalidated information to any of the 3 major credit bureaus ( XXXX, Experian or XXXX ) this action may constitute fraud under both Federal and State Laws. Due to this fact, if any negative mark is found on any of my credit reports by your company or the company that you represent, I will not hesitate in bringing legal action against you and your client for the following : Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and Defamation of Character.

If your offices are able to provide the proper documentation as requested in the following Declaration, I will require at least 30 days to investigate this information, during which time all collection activity must cease and desist. Also, during this validation period, if any action is taken which could be considered detrimental to any of my credit reports, I will consult with my legal counsel for suit. This includes any listing of any information to a credit reporting repository that could be inaccurate or invalidated.

If your office fails to respond to this validation request within 30 days from the date of your receipt, all references to this account must be deleted and completely removed from my credit file and a copy of such deletion request shall be sent to me immediately. 
Sincerely, Autograph By : 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 2024-08-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: Checkr, Inc
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
Earlier this year, I successfully had my record sealed ( completed XX/XX/2024 ), just XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Since then, I have been actively applying for jobs. However, Ive encountered significant issues with Checkr, a background check company, which has repeatedly refused to correct inaccuracies in my background report, despite my providing evidence and disputing the errors multiple times. ( XX/XX/XXXX - XXXX 2024 ) As a result, I have been unjustly denied employment opportunities, which has been both frustrating and damaging to my career prospects. From my understanding, this situation may be a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), and I believe I may be entitled to compensation for the harm caused by their negligence.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
" I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding unauthorized accounts that persist on my credit report despite my repeated efforts to have them removed. These accounts are causing significant damage to my financial reputation and overall well-being. It is evident that the inclusion of these fraudulent items violates 15 USC 1681b regarding permissible purposes, as the credit bureaus have no legitimate reason to report them without my explicit consent. Please refer to the attached file detailing these items I am disputing.

The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence, which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system. So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft. ''

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
" After reviewing my consumer report, I noticed that there was still late payment on my consumer report which have never been late because the creditor failed to provide any proof or evidence so this needs to be corrected immediately to paid as agreed and never late. This account is related to a transaction and experience that falls under the EXCLUSION section of the FCRA 's definitions, rules of construction section. It was also reported without my written consent and therefore is a result of identity theft ( as defined by the Federal Trade Commission ), and the account SHALL be Corrected. This account is not related to any transaction authorized by me, the consumer as I did not give written instructions to your agency to report this, which is a violation of the permissible purpose section of the FCRA, which holds your agency name liable for damages of at least {$1000.00} per the civil liability section for willful non-compliance. Please CORRECT this item from my consumer report! According to15 U.S. Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports The Law clearly states : ( a ) In general 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. I clearly did not give your agency written authorization or written instructions to report this information. Your agency is conspiring with these creditors against me in committing aggravated identity theft and I have sustained defamation of my character, just to name a couple damages should this matter escalate to court. 15 U.S. Code 1681e - Compliance procedures- ( b ) Accuracy of report 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. 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In general if, after any reinvestigation under paragraph ( 1 ) of any information disputed by a consumer, an item of information is found to be inaccurate or incomplete or can not be verified, the consumer reporting agency shall -- i ) promptly delete that item of information from the file of the consumer, or modify that item of information, as appropriate, based on the results of the reinvestigation ; and ii ) promptly notify the furnisher of that information that the information has been modified or deleted from the file of the consumer. ''

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Federal student loan debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was paid
Company: MOHELA
State: DC

Complaint narrative:
Mohela has charged interest to my account in XXXX and XX/XX/year>, which is inconsistent with the terms and notifications of XXXX interest forbearance placed on the account. I request that the account immediately be reduced by the amount of interest that was unlawfully collected.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22 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: MS

Complaint narrative:
Follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates. 
I sent letters asking them to reinvestigate these accounts listed below XXXX ( XXXX ) open date is not reporting correctly, date last active, date of last payment, this account is not accurate XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX ) open date is not reporting correctly, date last active, date of last payment, this account is not accurate XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) open date is not reporting correctly, date last active, date of last payment, this account is not accurate Can you look into this matter

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 2024-08-22 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Problem with a lender or other company charging your account — Transaction was not authorized
Company: CHARLES SCHWAB CORPORATION, THE
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my concern and disappointment regarding the recent denial of my fraud claim by the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Department. Unauthorized transactions were made from my checking account, which I reported promptly. However, despite the clear nature of these unauthorized transactions, my claim was denied without any valid reason or sufficient explanation from your department.

Under Regulation E, which governs electronic fund transfers, including unauthorized ATM withdrawals and purchases, consumers are entitled to specific protections. According to Regulation E, if a consumer reports an unauthorized transaction within 60 days of receiving the statement that includes the error, the financial institution is obligated to investigate and resolve the claim. The institution must provisionally credit the consumers account within XXXX business days if the investigation is not concluded within that period. Denying my claim without providing a clear and valid explanation is a violation of these protections and my rights as a consumer. 

I request an immediate review and reconsideration of my case, and I expect to be provided with a detailed explanation for the denial of my claim. Failing this, I will consider escalating the matter to the appropriate regulatory authorities.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft. I am writing to request that you block the following Incorrect information from my credit report. Someone has used my personal information to obtain loans and credit cards from.. I have no knowledge of obtaining any of the inquiries listed here. Please remove these inquiries 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 2024-08-22 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft. I am writing to request that you block the following Incorrect information from my credit report. Someone has used my personal information to obtain loans and credit cards from.. I have no knowledge of obtaining any of the inquiries listed here. Please remove these inquiries and send me an updated copy of my report after the investigation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22 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 believe that my information is being misused and reported as inaccurate and I am refiling this complaint to EXPERIAN. In my credit report from XX/XX/year>, I still found these derogatory items that I was not aware of with inaccurate information, such as payment history, status, reference number, filing date, and date of last activity .According to 15 U.S.C . Section 602 and 15 U.S.C. Section 604 A Section 2, I have the right to privacy, and a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions.

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 2024-08-22 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I AM SUBMITTING THIS WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE AND THIS IS NOT A THIRD PARTY. THE CREDIT BUREAUS STATED MY XXXX 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 2024-08-22 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
It was incredibly disappointing to find unauthorized inquiries on my credit report this morning, and I have no idea why theyre there. Ive always checked my credit report without any issues, but today, there were discrepancies that I wasnt expecting. I refreshed the browser, thinking it might be an error, but nothing changedthe unauthorized inquiries were still there. This has caused me a lot of frustration, and Im urgently requesting that my documents be thoroughly reviewed to ensure this never happens again.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22 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:
Consumer Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Consumer Social Security Number XXXX Consumer DOB : XXXX This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant of FCRA Section 605B ( 15 U.S.C. Section 1681c-2 ) that you, the 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 consist of Addresses : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX ; XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consist of accounts : XXXX, Account # XXXX & XXXX, with a balance of {$1600.00} ; XXXX, Account # XXXX, with a balance of {$2500.00} This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consist of hard inquiries : XXXX XX/XX/year>, XXXX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/year>, XXXX XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXX XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXX XX/XX/year> These accounts have resulted in several hard inquiries, fraudulent collections, and Non deliverable addresses appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. I have listed these fraudulent accounts that are on the report that is being maintained by you. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections, hard inquiries, and addresses as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report that is being maintained by you were not opened, made, or initiated by me. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, hard inquiries, and addresses 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, hard inquiries, and addresses are the result of identity theft and fraud. 

As per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) the document needed are a picture ID, a bill, and a letter from advocacy group helping me due to XXXX XXXX debt bondage, which falls under Trafficking according to Trafficking-Debt Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) -5-1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ). I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within 4 business days, pursuant to section 605C of Fair Credit Reporting Act. I have given you my identification as well as the information requested from the list of acceptable items which only 2 required per the Law. I have provided all needed documentation as well as a victim determination letter according to 1022.142 ( b ) ( 6 ).

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 2024-08-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Communication tactics — Frequent or repeated calls
Company: Asset Recovery Solutions, LLC
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
Letter dated : XX/XX/year> Requesting payment amount of : {$9100.00} I am writing to formally file a complaint against Asset Recovery Solutions LLC due to their repeated and harassing phone calls, which have become an ongoing issue. I am unsure of the legitamacy of the debt collection as I tried working with the named creditor and was not made aware of account being transferred to this debt collector agency. 

They call every day and multiple times a day. Despite my requests for these calls to stop, I continue to receive them multiple times a day, including on my work phone. The calls are originating from different phone numbers, making it impossible for me to block them effectively. 

This relentless behavior has not only disrupted my personal and professional life but also caused significant stress. I consider this conduct to be a violation of my consumer rights and an unwarranted invasion of my privacy.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-22 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
In the quiet humdrum of everyday life, a sudden jolt shattered the tranquility : I had become a victim of identity theft. Like a thief in the night, unseen hands had stolen my personal information, plunging me into a bewildering maze of uncertainty. With each fraudulent transaction and unauthorized account, the breach of trust cut deep, leaving me grappling with the unsettling reality of a violated identity. Yet, in the midst of chaos, a glimmer of resilience emerged, a resolve to reclaim what was rightfully mine and restore the harmony stolen by unseen adversaries. These are the following accounts need to be removed :

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 2024-08-22 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX. : # XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year>, has violated my rights.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief