Consumer complaint received 2024-09-05 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to express my deep concern and disappointment regarding the accuracy of information on my credit report. Despite previous communication, your agency has failed to demonstrate due diligence in ensuring that the reported items comply with 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( 7 ) regarding the Method of Verification. As mandated by 15 USC ( 6 ) ( B ) ( iii ), I am requesting a detailed description of the reinvestigation process your agency used to verify the accuracy of the disputed items on my report. This description must include : 1. The name and address of the information provider ( s ) contacted 2. The telephone number of each provider, if reasonably accessible 3. The name of the individual who verified the dispute 4. Valid documentation that was used to substantiate the continued reporting of these items This information must be provided within 15 days from the receipt of this letter, as required by law. Additionally, I have previously notified your agency that I am a victim of identity theft related to a data breach. I have filed a formal FTC report ( enclosed ) and demanded the immediate removal of all fraudulent information from my credit report, as required under 15 USC 1681c-2 ( c ) ( a ). Your agency is legally obligated to block and remove any alleged identity theft information within 4 business days of receiving a complaint that meets the necessary criteria. 
Despite this clear request, the following inaccurate item remains on my credit report : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Misleading False Reporting This account is negligently and inaccurately reporting failing to comply with 15 USC 1692 ( g ) - The information in the article above has never been certified to meet reporting standards, and the data provided is not always accurate, complete, or updated, i demand that any wrong, incomplete, or unsupported material be updated as agreed in this payment history. Else, DELETE this account immediately! 

XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Misleading False Reporting This account is negligently and inaccurately reporting failing to comply with 15 USC 1692 ( g ) - The information in the article above has never been certified to meet reporting standards, and the data provided is not always accurate, complete, or updated, i demand that any wrong, incomplete, or unsupported material be updated as agreed in this payment history. Else, DELETE this account immediately! 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Misleading False Reporting This account is negligently and inaccurately reporting failing to comply with 15 USC 1692 ( g ) - The information in the article above has never been certified to meet reporting standards, and the data provided is not always accurate, complete, or updated, i demand that any wrong, incomplete, or unsupported material be updated as agreed in this payment history. Else, DELETE this account immediately!

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief