vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-20 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Struggling to repay your loan — Problem with forgiveness, cancellation, or discharge
Company: MOHELA
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Immediate Action Needed : Approve Outstanding Borrower Defense Applications To the Departments Overseeing School & Loan Server Compliance, We are writing as a collective group of defrauded students and alumni who attended XXXXaffiliated schools, urging immediate action to approve outstanding Borrower Defense applications and provide full relief for those impacted. 

Many of us attended the following institutions owned by or affiliated with XXXX, where misrepresentations and predatory practices have been well-documented : 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 has already found significant evidence of misconduct by these schools. Specifically, XXXX University misrepresented job placement rates to prospective students between XXXX and XXXX, falsely claiming that 90 % of graduates secured jobs in their field of study within six months of graduation. This claim, widely advertised in national campaigns and direct mailings, was later revealed to be grossly inaccurate. XXXX included old jobs held by mid-career students before enrolling and excluded graduates who found employment outside their field of study. 

At its peak, XXXX enrolled nearly 70,000 students across campuses in 26 states and through an online program accessible nationwide. The scale of this deception has left countless students burdened with unmanageable debt and limited opportunities, as documented in the Department of Educations Borrower Defense Executive Summary and Statements of Facts.

We are asking you to take immediate steps to : 1. Approve all outstanding Borrower Defense applications for students who attended these institutions.

2. Discharge all loans associated with fraudulent practices, including consolidated loans.

3. Repair borrowers credit reports to reflect the removal of these fraudulent debts. 

Delaying action only prolongs the harm caused by these predatory institutions, leaving borrowers unable to move forward with their lives. Many of us pursued higher education to achieve the American Dream, but this dream was stolen by the very institutions we trusted to help us achieve it. 

We implore you to act decisively to ensure justice for all borrowers who were misled and exploited. The stakes are simply too high to risk further delays. 

Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. 

Sincerely, Students & Graduates of XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-20 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am listing accounts and inquiries below that have been reported inaccurately on my credit report. In compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and as a gesture of respect to the Federal Trade Commission Committee on accuracy and completeness of credit information I am formally writing in today to dispute negative information appearing on my credit. This incorrect information is greatly hindering me from getting the credit score I deserve and hopefully, this letter will resolve all the issues on my credit.

I demand to see Verifiable Proof ( an original Consumer Contract with my Signature on it ) of the accounts listed below. Your failure to positively verify these accounts and inquiries has hurt my ability to obtain credit. 

Items that need attention : 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 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 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 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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-20 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally request the removal of unauthorized hard inquiries from my credit report. The inquiries in question are listed below 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  Under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, credit reporting agencies are liable for willful noncompliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). I believe these hard inquiries were made without my authorization and should be removed for the following reasons : 1. Lack of Authorization : I did not authorize these hard inquiries, and they were made without my consent.

2. Inaccuracy : The presence of these inquiries on my credit report is inaccurate and misleading.

3. Fair Credit Reporting : The continued reporting of these unauthorized inquiries is causing undue harm to my creditworthiness and financial stability. 
I kindly request that you investigate this matter and remove the unauthorized hard inquiries from my credit report. Please provide written confirmation of the removal once the investigation is complete on Equifax Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your response.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-20 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XX/XX/XXXX Transunion XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX  XXXX RE : Dispute for Unverified Account Request for Method of Verification Hi, Im writing about an account on my credit report that I think is inaccurate and hasnt been properly verified. After looking over my credit reports from the other bureaus, I noticed that this account doesnt seem to match up. 
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), youre supposed to make sure the information you report is correct and do a full investigation when someone disputes an account. Based on what Ive found, I dont believe this account has been verified correctly. 
Here are the accounts Im disputing : Account Name : 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 XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX I also know about the recent lawsuit between the CFPB and XXXX XXXX where XXXX got called out for not handling disputes properly. Id like to avoid having to escalate things, so Im giving you the chance to take another look and make this right.

Heres what I need from you : A clear Method of Verification ( MOV ) that explains : Who you contacted to verify this account ( their name and contact info ). 
Exactly what steps you took to investigate my dispute. 
Copies of any documents you used to verify the account. 
If you cant properly verify this account, I want it deleted from my credit file. 
Just so were clear, under the law, I have the right to know exactly how you investigated this and verified the account. If you cant give me that information, Ill have no choice but to take this to my states Attorney General, or other authorities. 
I expect to hear back from you within 15 days. If you cant verify this account, please remove it. If you need to contact me, use the address above. 
Sincerely, 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 2025-01-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

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 2025-01-20 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Cash App ( Block , Inc. ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). Specifically, Cash App failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent and address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected.

Furthermore, their dispute resolution proce was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and XXXX financial loss, and I seek appropriate redress for these violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-20 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:
There are multiple items on my credit report that aren't mine. For the first which is a loan. I was instructed by a judge to file a police report. When I went back to the court the case agaisnt me was dismissed, The other three items were credit cards. I explained to the judge and the police I suspect it was my ex wife that opend those because she and her family have a history of doing that.

I contacted experian to dispute those items and uploaded documents from the court and police report. They sent me an email citing 611 ( a ) ( 3 ) ( A ). When I disputed the items in question I couldn't had been more " specific ''.

I tried calling several times to get person on the phone to straighetn this out. Unfortunately they have some automated response thing which is apperantly in place to stress a person out. 

I took everything to my mental health team at the XXXX Mt XXXX and social worked said I did everything on point. I then went to the court 's help center and described every step I took. The lawyer there said they went me to jump through hoops unecessarily.

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 2025-01-20 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:
under 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( a ), I have the right to request an investigation of disputed information. I am demanding proof of the investigation that took place, including documentation of the permissible purpose for these inquiries and the name of the person or entity who authorized them. If this evidence can not be provided, the inquiries must be removed immediately.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-20 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:
I AM SUBMITTING THIS WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE AND THIS IS NOT A THIRD PARTY. THE CREDIT BUREAUS STATED MY ACC 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 response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-20 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: MO

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Cash App ( Block , Inc. ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). Specifically, Cash App failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent ar address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected. Furthermore, their dispute resolution proces-was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and financial loss, and I seek appropriate redress for these violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-20 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Problem caused by your funds being low — Overdrafts and overdraft fees
Company: NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a complaint against Navy Federal Credit Union regarding multiple overdraft fees I have incurred. Despite having sufficient funds when the transactions were authorized, I was charged fees due to lagged posting of charges and credits. This issue aligns with the recent CFPB findings against Navy Federal for similar practices, where transactions settled with insufficient balances despite initially available funds. I believe these practices are unfair and request an investigation into my account transactions.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-20 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — Conventional home mortgage
Issue: Trouble during payment process — Payment process
Company: CMG Financial Services, Inc.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
Account was set up on autopay on XX/XX/XXXX, set to begin XX/XX/XXXX. They never pulled payment for XX/XX/XXXX or XX/XX/XXXX. I had to call to get it rectified. recorded the calls and posted payments XX/XX/XXXX. This severely impacted my credit report at a time when applying for new credit for a leased vehicle causing the payment to go up {$50.00} per month. I need my credit report fixed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
XXXX is reporting transferred accounts as active to the credit bureaus in a manner that is inconsistent with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Despite no longer servicing my student loans, XXXX is reporting 4 tradelines. Two are reported showing {$19000.00} each. The other two are reported showing {$20000.00} each. Only two credit lines should have been reported in the first place and, now that the loans have been transferred to XXXX, XXXX should not be reporting any active accounts. The last activity shown on the accounts is XX/XX/year> and XX/XX/year>. The loans are properly reported by XXXX. Edfinancials improper and inaccurate reporting causes my total debt to be over reported by {$80000.00}. Redacted images showing duplicate reporting are attached.

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 2025-01-20 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Problem caused by your funds being low — Overdrafts and overdraft fees
Company: NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a complaint against Navy Federal Credit Union regarding overdraft fees I have incurred. Despite having sufficient funds when transactions were authorized, I was charged fees due to lagged posting of charges and credits. This issue aligns with the recent CFPB findings against Navy Federal for similar practices, where transactions settled with insufficient balances despite initially available funds. I believe these practices are unfair and request an investigation into my account transactions.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-20 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a complaint against Experian for failing to comply with the fair credit reporting act ( FCRA ) requirements, particularly 15 USC 1681e ( b ), 1681i ( 5 ) and 1681c ( c ). Despite multiple written disputes regarding inaccuracies on my credit report, Experian has refused to conduct proper investigation or correct errors as mandated by law also, after the investigation, Experian added a new charge off status on XX/XX/year> This information is false and must be removed from my credit report immediately! 
My account was NOT charged off in " XX/XX/year> ''! 
This violation is called " RE-aging '' the account which is highly illegal Experian 's actions violate the following FCRA provisions : 15 USC 1681E ( b ) ; Failure to ensure the accuracy of consumer reports 15 USC 1681s-2 : Neglect of duty to prevent and correct inaccuracies 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ) : Failure to delete inaccurate or unverifiable information 15 USC 1681c ( c ) : continued reporting of outdated information

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 2025-01-20 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
FCRA states that negative information about late payments can remain on a negative credit report for up to XXXX years from the date of first delinquency. This date is the first time a payment was missed. XXXX file number XXXX has an account with adverse information. Capital One Auto Finance XXXX XX/XX/XXXX through XX/XX/XXXX were a continuous string go late payments. These late payments were legally supposed to be removed from my file in XX/XX/XXXX. I have disputed with XXXX and they say they have investigated. Late payments as well as on time payment history was omitted from my file, which has caused damage to my credit rating. Credit Reporting Agencies have an obligation to complete and accurate reporting. this account is neither complete nor accurate and I am seeking remedy. XXXX XXXX account was opened XX/XX/XXXX and last updated XX/XX/XXXX. Kindly assist, in holding XXXX and Capital One liable for their subversion of the law. Thanks!

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-20 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: KY

Complaint narrative:
Experian has failed to fulfill its legal obligation under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of dispute information on my credit report, leaving inaccurate or unverifiable accounts unresolved. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) has recently filed a lawsuit against Experian, alleging systemic issues such as failing to forward consumer-provided evidence to furnishers, accepting unreliable responses, and failing to adequately notify consumers of dispute outcomes. These failures align with my experience, where Experian has neither corrected nor removed dispute items despite the evidence I provided, causing ongoing harm to my credit standing. I am requesting immediate corrective action to remove or amend the dispute accounts, as XXXX XXXX inaction violates federal law and my right as a consumer.

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 2025-01-20 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Unauthorized transactions or other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Money transfer Cancellation {$130.00} Never got back never had a customer service number

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation