vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
The following accounts were fraudulently opened under my name : XXXX XXXX XXXX loan of {$18000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX  amount of {$940.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Collection amount of {$1000.00} XXXX XXXX Credit Card Balance of {$550.00} In accordance with my rights under federal law, I request the immediate removal of these accounts based on the provisions outlined in the following statutes : 15 U.S. Code 1692c This section addresses communication in connection with debt collection, particularly prohibiting communications regarding debts that have not been legitimately incurred by the consumer.

15 U.S. Code 1602 ( p ) This section defines the terms related to consumer protection, specifying unauthorized transactions.

15 U.S. Code 1601 This provides the basis for consumer credit protection and outlines the need for fair and accurate credit reporting. These laws exist to protect individuals like myself from fraudulent financial activity and to prevent the continued damage caused by unauthorized accounts. 
As I am a victim of identity theft, these accounts have been opened fraudulently, and I bear no responsibility for the debts or actions related to these accounts. I have already taken steps to report this identity theft to the appropriate authorities and agencies, including filing a police report and notifying the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ). Copies of these documents can be provided if necessary. 

I kindly request that the CFPB facilitate the removal of these accounts from my credit report and ensure that these creditors and collection agencies cease all attempts to collect on these fraudulent debts. This situation has caused significant financial and emotional distress, and I hope for a swift resolution to restore my credit and peace of mind. 

Thank you for your time and assistance in 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 2024-10-22 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
The following accounts were fraudulently opened under my name : XXXX XXXX XXXX loan of {$18000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX amount of {$940.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Collection amount of {$1000.00} XXXX XXXX Credit Card Balance of {$550.00} In accordance with my rights under federal law, I request the immediate removal of these accounts based on the provisions outlined in the following statutes : 15 U.S. Code 1692c This section addresses communication in connection with debt collection, particularly prohibiting communications regarding debts that have not been legitimately incurred by the consumer.

15 U.S. Code 1602 ( p ) This section defines the terms related to consumer protection, specifying unauthorized transactions.

15 U.S. Code 1601 This provides the basis for consumer credit protection and outlines the need for fair and accurate credit reporting. These laws exist to protect individuals like myself from fraudulent financial activity and to prevent the continued damage caused by unauthorized accounts. 
As I am a victim of identity theft, these accounts have been opened fraudulently, and I bear no responsibility for the debts or actions related to these accounts. I have already taken steps to report this identity theft to the appropriate authorities and agencies, including filing a police report and notifying the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ). Copies of these documents can be provided if necessary. 

I kindly request that the CFPB facilitate the removal of these accounts from my credit report and ensure that these creditors and collection agencies cease all attempts to collect on these fraudulent debts. This situation has caused significant financial and emotional distress, and I hope for a swift resolution to restore my credit and peace of mind. 

Thank you for your time and assistance in 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 2024-10-22 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
The following accounts were fraudulently opened under my name : XXXX XXXX XXXX loan of {$18000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX amount of {$940.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Collection amount of {$1000.00} XXXX XXXX Credit Card Balance of {$550.00} In accordance with my rights under federal law, I request the immediate removal of these accounts based on the provisions outlined in the following statutes : 15 U.S. Code 1692c This section addresses communication in connection with debt collection, particularly prohibiting communications regarding debts that have not been legitimately incurred by the consumer.

15 U.S. Code 1602 ( p ) This section defines the terms related to consumer protection, specifying unauthorized transactions.

15 U.S. Code 1601 This provides the basis for consumer credit protection and outlines the need for fair and accurate credit reporting. These laws exist to protect individuals like myself from fraudulent financial activity and to prevent the continued damage caused by unauthorized accounts. 
As I am a victim of identity theft, these accounts have been opened fraudulently, and I bear no responsibility for the debts or actions related to these accounts. I have already taken steps to report this identity theft to the appropriate authorities and agencies, including filing a police report and notifying the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ). Copies of these documents can be provided if necessary. 

I kindly request that the CFPB facilitate the removal of these accounts from my credit report and ensure that these creditors and collection agencies cease all attempts to collect on these fraudulent debts. This situation has caused significant financial and emotional distress, and I hope for a swift resolution to restore my credit and peace of mind. 

Thank you for your time and assistance in 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Virtual currency
Issue: Fraud or scam — 
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX called Citibank regarding balance transfer. It was not available to me online. The CS rep asked for the account number. I gave him the number and bank name. Told him to transfer the amount of {$980.00}. He processed it. Watching the app the transfer said pending with the amount but there was no bank name listed on the app. XX/XX/year> followed up because transfer hadnt posted. The CS rep said it would post by XX/XX/year>. On XX/XX/year> received a text that transfer processed. Looked at my account ( to be paid ) and saw nothing pending. Checked citi app and saw the transfer was sent to the wrong bank. Called Citi CS and the rep tried to calm me down by saying that maybe the bank name changed in the last few weeks. I told her that was rediculous and she needed to void the payment. She insisted I give is a few days. I hung up and called back 2 more times that day until someone filed a dispute. At no time did they close my card to protect me. They also said there was no reference number for said dispute. They are not willing to return the {$980.00} plus transfer fee currently. One rep said they needed to get their refund first but at this point who knows if that is true. They did say that I would get an email outlining their process. ( Which I later find to be untrue ). Called again on XX/XX/year> looking for confirmation, was transferred to investigation department who then transferred me back to CS. Neither helped me. Called again XX/XX/year> twice because one rep said there was no dispute on file then the second rep said there was. Something does not feel right here. I am responsible to pay based on the total balance even though they did not pay my bank. I also had to send a second transfer plus fee because this one didnt go through. HELP!!!

**attaching document as a visual of how unclear a balance transfer appears on their app. The {$980.00} was already cleared but I had to make another transfer to cover the balance. As you can see it does not say which bank is being paid. Therefore every time I checked I never knew there was something wrong

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 monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
According to 15. U.S.C. 1681 ( e ) b you have violated my rights by in lawful communications. Please remove this collection off my credit report. Thank you!

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 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt or credit management — Debt settlement
Issue: Didn't provide services promised — 
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I called. I said I got a text from your company about debt.

I do not recall having a debt with your corporation.

Then they told me several names multiple accounts.

I said I do not recall having any debts with those companies.

I asked whos the original creditors? I told them I was not aware of any debts with those companies.

I need you to send me validation of debt from those companies.

I need to see you have the permission to collect on the debts.

I also need to see the original application with my wet signature on it.

I need payment history. I need to see how you got to your total I also asked if there has been any insurance claim or tax credit on these accounts. If so how much?

Also are you aware with the privacy act of 2000.

It states very clearly I must give you written or verbal permission to publish my personal information. As far as I can remember I never did. Your company can be charged with identity theft.

You can send it to the address you have on file. Thank you

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 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:
Despite the multiple previous written requests, the unverified accounts listed below still remain on my credit report in violation of Federal Law. You are required under the FCRA to have a copy of the original creditor documentation on file to verify that this information is 100 % true, accurate & correct. 

In the results of your first investigation and subsequent reinvestigation ( s ), you stated in writing that you verified that these accounts are being reported correctly? Who verified these accounts? You have NOT provided me a copy of ANY original documentation ( a consumer contract with my signature on it ) as required under Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). Furthermore, you have failed to provide the method of verification as required under Section 611 ( a ) ( 7 ). Please be advised that under Section 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ) of the FCRA you are required to ... promptly CORRECT or DELETE all information which can not be verified. 

Section 616 and Section 617 provide me with a remedy which Im about to seek. You are willful non-complying with the FCRA. 

Since you claim youve verified the accounts listed below I wanted to confirm my thoughts and contacted the banks directly. They did not provide me with any verifiable proof. So, my question comes up again, WHO VERIFIED THIS ACCOUNT? I believe you have not verified these accounts based on Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & I will be seeking a legal remedy. 

Please DELETE the account, or inaccurate information, from my file immediately 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 2024-10-22 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: VI

Complaint narrative:
Recently, I did an investigation on my credit report which caused severe XXXX upon me and found unverifiable, invalidated, inaccurate, and questionable items that your agency didn't make sure it was reporting 100 % correct. 

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, everything has to be 100 % accurate on my credit report and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) these accounts are in violation of not reporting 100 % accurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 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: NH

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C.

1681c-2 ) that you, the Equifax 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 consists of a credit card opened at XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the XXXX account number, a credit card opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the XXXX account number. These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent chargeoffs, fraudulent late payments, and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections, late payments, or chargeoffs as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections, and chargeoffs appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made, or initiated by me. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, late payments, and charge-offs 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, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I demand that the aforementioned fraudulent items be removed from my consumer credit report and that all collection activity related to said items cease pursuant to my rights within the FCRA and FDCPA laws.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute an inaccurate late payment entry on my credit report, as allowed under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681i ). I believe this information is not correct, and I am requesting that you investigate this matter promptly. 
The item in question is a late payment reported bXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX for the account number XXXX The late payment is reported a dated XX/XX/year>, and I firmly believe this is inaccurate for the following reasons : I have always made my payments on time, apparently they have administrative errors Additionally, under the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ), section 15 U.S. Code 1637 ( b ), creditors are required to provide clear and accurate information regarding the terms of the credit. If the late payment reported does not align with the terms initially agreed upon, it warrants removal.

I also wish to highlight that under 15 U.S. Code 1681s-2, furnishers of information are obligated to provide accurate information to credit reporting agencies. Given the circumstances outlined, I respectfully request that you take the necessary steps to remove this late payment from my credit report as it does not reflect the true nature of my payment history.

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 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — FHA mortgage
Issue: Trouble during payment process — Payment process
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I did a business transaction with XXXX XXXX ; XXXX XXXX manages his finances. The real estate transaction was complete, and equity trust mailed the check which was from Citi Bank. When I cashed the check at XXXX XXXX the check did not clear. Because of this XXXX XXXX turned my accounts over to the fraud department and all of my XXXX XXXX accounts are now frozen. My business account has been closed. XXXX XXXX never communicated anything to me or my bank about the funds or the cancellation.

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 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
While attempting to get a home loan, I was notified that there are XXXX student loans totaling roughly {$100000.00} each. However, this is a dupliacte. I only have XXXX federal student loan totaling roughly {$100000.00} serviced through XXXX. I need this updated as soon as possible. The former loan servicer was XXXX. Thank you!

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 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EdFinancial Services
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
While attempting to get a home loan, I was notified that there are XXXX student loans totaling roughly {$100000.00} each. However, this is a dupliacte. I only have XXXX federal student loan totaling roughly {$100000.00} serviced through XXXX. I need this updated as soon as possible. The former loan servicer was XXXX. Thank you!

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
While attempting to get a home loan, I was notified that there are XXXX student loans totaling roughly {$100000.00} each. However, this is a dupliacte. I only have XXXX federal student loan totaling roughly {$100000.00} serviced through XXXX. I need this updated as soon as possible. The former loan servicer was XXXX. Thank you!

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-22 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this formal dispute to demand immediate corrective action regarding several issues with my credit report and the mishandling of my accounts. I have been a victim of poor identification practices and fraud, and I expect the CFPB to take urgent measures to address these ongoing violations. 

Fraudulent XXXX  Account : A fraudulent account was opened in my name with XXXX in XXXX under the account number XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. I did not authorize this account, and I have repeatedly reported it as fraudulent. This account continues to negatively impact my credit, and no sufficient action has been taken to remove it. 

Valid Account Closure Due to Identification Errors : In XXXX, I opened a legitimate account under the number XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, which was wrongfully closed due to identification errors. This needs to be immediately corrected. I demand that proper attention be given to the account numbers to resolve this issue without further mistakes. It is unacceptable that my valid account was closed while fraudulent ones remain unresolved. 

XXXX XXXX Account with Incorrect Address : There is a XXXX XXXX account appearing on my report linked to an address at XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX, SC, a place I have never lived. The only correct address where I have resided is XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, SC, and I have been at my current residence since XX/XX/XXXX. I paid the {$67.00} balance on this XXXX XXXX account without fully examining my report, but this was not an account I opened. This fraudulent account must be removed from my credit report immediately. 

Hard Inquiries : All hard inquiries on my credit report must be removed, as I have since frozen my credit reports due to these fraudulent activities. These unauthorized inquiries have further damaged my credit, and their continued presence violates my rights. 

XXXX has repeatedly failed to comply with my requests and continues to allow false information to remain on my credit report. This blatant disregard for accuracy and compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) is intolerable. I demand immediate corrective action and removal of all fraudulent accounts, incorrect addresses, and unauthorized inquiries. 

I expect this matter to be resolved immediately. Failure to address these issues will result in further escalation, including legal action if necessary. 

Please confirm receipt of this dispute and provide written confirmation of the steps taken to resolve these matters as soon as possible.

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