vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: ONLINE Information Services, Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to bring attention to a concerning matter concerning my credit file. I have observed the presence of a collection entry from your agency, which has caught my attention as I was not previously informed about this collection. Furthermore, I hold serious doubts about the accuracy of the debt being claimed. As per the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, I have the right to request validation of the debt. Thus, I kindly request that you provide me with the required validation and take appropriate actions to address this issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX balance {$2600.00} shows open with the last payment made in XXXX. This account was paid in full in XXXX and closed. It does not reflect as such on the report. I disputed with Experian and they stated it is accuracys and it is not. 
Experian is terrible about reporting accurate and timely information. The customer service experience is horrific.

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 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Despite multiple attempts, I have been unable to resolve the issue of fraudulent inquiries appearing on my consumer report. These inquiries are not associated with me in any way, and I bear no responsibility for them. Their presence has caused significant mental and financial distress. As a victim of identity theft, I have no alternative but to consider legal action if this matter is not appropriately addressed. These inaccurate and fraudulent items on my consumer report have hindered my ability to purchase my dream house and provide for my family 's needs. The impact on my financial well-being has been substantial. For your reference, I have attached a copy of the letter I previously sent to the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), which outlines this issue and seeks resolution.

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 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
Despite multiple attempts, I have been unable to resolve the issue of fraudulent inquiries appearing on my consumer report. These inquiries are not associated with me in any way, and I bear no responsibility for them. Their presence has caused significant mental and financial distress. As a victim of identity theft, I have no alternative but to consider legal action if this matter is not appropriately addressed. These inaccurate and fraudulent items on my consumer report have hindered my ability to purchase my dream house and provide for my family 's needs. The impact on my financial well-being has been substantial. For your reference, I have attached a copy of the letter I previously sent to the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), which outlines this issue and seeks resolution.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
I pulled my credit report and still noticed that there are items that are not right. I saw these accounts on my credit report, and you need to remove them because they are inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable : Account : XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$9100.00} Account : XXXX Date opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$2400.00} Account : XXXX Date opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$8500.00} Account : XXXX Date opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$4100.00} Account : XXXX XXXX Date opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$63.00} Account : XXXX XXXX  opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$1100.00} I am entitled to complete and accurate credit history ; they are missing account information and they need to be removed. I want my credit report to be accurate and by law these companies need to remove accounts that are inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable. These companies need to respond with verifiable proof of an ORIGINAL consumer contract with MY SIGNATURE on file for the accounts above. Unverifiable accounts must be removed immediately. 

FURTHERMORE, there are late payments furnished on my consumer report. Pursuant to the FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT 15 USC 1681 ( 2 ) ( a ) ( i ) Exclusions from a consumer credit report clearly states : ( 2 ) EXCLUSIONS. Except as provided in paragraph ( 3 ), the term consumer report does not include ( A ) Subject to section 1681s-3 of this title, any ( i ) report containing information solely as to transactions or experiences between the consumer and the person making the report. 

The account that has late payments showing on my consumer report are as follows : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX has late payments reported on XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, & XX/XX/XXXX. 

LATE PAYMENTS ARE CONSIDERED AS TRANSACTIONS ON MY CONSUMER REPORT AND TRANSACTIONS ARE EXCLUDED FROM CONSUMER REPORTS PURSUANT TO 15 USC 1681 ( 2 ) ( a ) ( I ). These companies are in violation of 15 USC 1681.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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: CT

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

XXXX XXXX : # XXXX, XXXX XXXX : # XXXX, XXXX : # XXXX, XXXX XXXX  : # XXXX, XXXX XXXX  : # XXXX, XXXX XXXX : # XXXX has violated my rights. 

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

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 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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: CT

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

XXXX XXXX : # XXXX, XXXX XXXX : # XXXX, XXXX : # XXXX, XXXX XXXX  : # XXXX, XXXX XXXX : # XXXX, XXXX XXXX : # XXXX has violated my rights. 

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

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 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act XXXX Account XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, has violated my rights. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the rights to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1666B : A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any reason.

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 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act XXXX Account XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  has violated my rights. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the rights to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1666B : A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any reason.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — International money transfer
Issue: Money was not available when promised — 
Company: MONEYGRAM PAYMENT SYSTEMS WORLDWIDE INC
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
on XX/XX/XXXX I sent {$100.00} to a brother in XXXX  using MoneyGram. As of this date ( XX/XX/XXXX ) the transfer has not occurred while MoneyGram withdrew {$100.00} from my XXXX XXXX account on XX/XX/XXXX. I have asked Money Gram on repeated occasions for the respective refund and they have not done so.Thanks, XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint on my own behalf to address an issue concerning late payments on my credit record. After reviewing my records, I found the presence of these late payments. Despite having sent letters regarding this matter over 30 days ago, I have not received a response, and they have failed to provide me with satisfactory validation. I kindly seek your assistance in resolving this matter promptly and effectively.

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 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint on my own behalf to address an issue concerning late payments on my credit record. After reviewing my records, I found the presence of these late payments. Despite having sent letters regarding this matter over 30 days ago, I have not received a response, and they have failed to provide me with satisfactory validation. I kindly seek your assistance in resolving this matter promptly and effectively.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Communication tactics — You told them to stop contacting you, but they keep trying
Company: PENTAGON FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I respectfully call for your adherence to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), a critical legal framework designed to safeguard the rights of American consumers concerning credit bureaus. In light of this regulatory context, I kindly request XXXX to take the necessary steps to omit the following account details from my credit report : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX PENTAGON FCU XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  I emphasize that the inquiry associated with this entity was not initiated by me. In accordance with the FCRA, which places substantial importance on the accurate and equitable representation of individuals ' credit histories, I implore your prompt attention and resolution of this matter. 

Your steadfast commitment to upholding the core principles of consumer rights within the realm of credit reporting is greatly appreciated. I look forward to your timely response and the corrective measures needed to address this situation.

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 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting 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:
I recently pulled my XXXX XXXX XXXX credit report and discovered I have a late payments that was reported on Capital One Card XXXX XXXX XXXX ( 8 ) Late Payments Acct # XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX ( 4 ) Late Payments Acct # XXXX. During that time, I had a enrolled Covid-19 Hardship programs which allowed me to make consistent payment of $ 45 monthly in exchange to reduce interest rate of 9 % and freeze spending on both of my cards. Upon completion of this program and when my account in good standing that reporting will be updated. Up on finding out that my account was reported as delinquent & Late payments during this time.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (FNIS)
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX is my name social security number is XXXX please have checxsystems remove security freeze permanently off report and dispute all averse information accounts as not mine

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 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Vehicle loan or lease — Loan
Issue: Getting a loan or lease — Fraudulent loan
Company: Westlake Services, LLC
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of US AUTO SALES whom is claiming I still owe XXXX on a car I purchased 3 yrs ago and has been paying on time the car was only originally XXXX. Plus its a XXXX XXXX XXXX and the motor went out its still covered under recall but no will do anything about it.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
After reviewing my credit report I noticed I had late payment on an account that I was never late for. Consumer Reporting Agencies have assumed a vital role and have a responsibility to report Consumer information to the best of their ability with MAXIMUM ACCURACY. I have never been late on a payment. This account XXXX/DEPT OF ED OPENED XX/XX/XXXX AND XXXX/DEPT OF ED OPENED XX/XX/XXXX PLEASE INVESTIGATE and provide proof with statements showing that these payments were late if proof can not be provided I demand these late payments be updated TO ON-TIME as they should be because I WAS NEVER LATE. This account is not accurate XXXX states I was late however XXXX states I was never late. This is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 15.US Code 1681e- Compliance for Accurate reporting.

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 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Kriya Capital, LLC
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to bring attention to a concerning matter concerning my credit file. I have observed the presence of a collection entry from your agency, which has caught my attention as I was not previously informed about this collection. Furthermore, I hold serious doubts about the accuracy of the debt being claimed. As per the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, I have the right to request validation of the debt. Thus, I kindly request that you provide me with the required validation and take appropriate actions to address this issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: The CMI Group, Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under the doctrine of estoppel by silence, Engelhardt v. Gravens ( mo ) 281 SW 715,719, I presume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exists CREDIT MANAGEMENT LP Last reported XX/XX/2023 {$260.00} Open balance XXXX XXXX XXXX Original creditor XXXX Opened XX/XX/2023 ( 3 mos ) Account status Open

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX is illegally on my credit report I have not supplied proof under the doctrine of estopped by silence, Engelhardt V. Gravens ( Mo ) 281 SW 715, 719 I presume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt in fact therefore exists

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 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: CCS Financial Services, Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to bring attention to a concerning matter concerning my credit file. I have observed the presence of a collection entry from your agency, which has caught my attention as I was not previously informed about this collection. Furthermore, I hold serious doubts about the accuracy of the debt being claimed. As per the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, I have the right to request validation of the debt. Thus, I kindly request that you provide me with the required validation and take appropriate actions to address this issue.

Company public response: Company can't verify or dispute the facts in the complaint
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to bring attention to a concerning matter concerning my credit file. I have observed the presence of a collection entry from your agency, which has caught my attention as I was not previously informed about this collection. Furthermore, I hold serious doubts about the accuracy of the debt being claimed. As per the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, I have the right to request validation of the debt. Thus, I kindly request that you provide me with the required validation and take appropriate actions to address this issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief