vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/year> Equifax Subject : Request for Deletion of Collection Account XXXX Dear Equifax I am writing to dispute the collection account reported by [ Collection Agency Name ] on my credit report. The information reported is incomplete and inaccurate, and I am requesting that this account be deleted from my credit report. 

Details of the Disputed Account : Collection Agency Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Reported Status : Updated Balance, No Monthly Reporting The collection account reported does not include complete and accurate monthly updates regarding payments, fees, or the accumulation of the balance. As a result, the information provided is insufficient to verify the validity of the debt and is potentially misleading under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

Since the reporting of this account does not meet the requirements for completeness or accuracy, I am requesting that it be removed from my credit report immediately. 



Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information is incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
There is no accuracy with my personal information reflecting in my credit which has come to my attention that many of the other things such as employment is completely incorrect. 
My current employer is XXXX XXXX XXXX. I ask that you review any information in my credit and correct and remove any incorrect information as it is affecting the progress in my credit bureau.

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 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Other features, terms, or problems — Other problem
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Synchrony Bank sends a letter that is immediately sent to your email. You can open this letter in a new browswer window as an XXXX  image only and it is not able to be downloaded for storage. this letter is an unaccessable document for XXXX standards.

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 2025-02-27 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute inaccurate information appearing on my credit report. After thoroughly reviewing the details, I have identified several discrepancies that must be addressed promptly and accurately. This issue is of great concern, as incorrect data can significantly impact my creditworthiness and overall financial well-being.

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 2025-02-27 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under the doctrine of estoppel by silence, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX XXXX XXXX. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

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 2025-02-27 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 have not supplied proof under the doctrine of estoppel by silence, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX XXXX XXXX. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
I want to be absolutely clearI did not authorize this company to access my credit report, nor did I have any interaction with them that would have prompted such a request. I have reviewed my records and can confirm that no application or agreement was made with this company that would justify them pulling my credit. This inquiry is entirely unauthorized, and I demand that it be removed from my credit report immediately.

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 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Opening an account — Account opened without my consent or knowledge
Company: FIRST UNITED BANK AND TRUST COMPANY
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I WAS A VICTIM OF IDENTITY THEFT SOMEONE OPEN A BANK ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY CONSENT. XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.

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 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem when making payments — Problem during payment process
Company: DISCOVER BANK
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a formal complaint against Discover Financial Services for their failure to properly process my payment, refusal to recognize a valid billing dispute, and subsequent adverse actions against my account. On XX/XX/XXXX, I submitted a registered security payment to Discover, accompanied by a letter instructing them to credit the payment to my account. On XX/XX/XXXX, Discover received my payment for amount {$5500.00} via registered mail ( Tracking XXXX XXXXXXXX ). Despite acknowledgment of receipt, the payment was never applied to my account. On XX/XX/XXXX, I sent a letter to Discover requesting the status of my payment and a full XXXX accounting of my account to determine the whereabouts of the funds. However, on XX/XX/XXXX, Discover responded in writing, stating that they only accept payments in XXXX dollars, failing to provide any details regarding the misapplied funds or any requested accounting records. Subsequently, Discover began declining transactions on my account, despite it being in good standing, without providing any explanation. On XX/XX/XXXX, I contacted Discover to resolve the issue and requested that my account be placed under billing dispute in accordance with their terms and conditions. I provided all required information, including my account number, the dollar amount in dispute ( {$5500.00} ), and a detailed description of the problem. However, Discover refused to initiate the dispute process

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: CBC Companies, Inc.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
Dear Innovis, XXXX, XXXX, and XXXX, I, XXXX XXXX, a natural person, am formally disputing the inaccurate and misleading information on my consumer credit report. For the past several months, I have repeatedly requested an investigation into these violations, yet my disputes have been ignored. These inaccuracies have negatively impacted my livelihood, and your failure to conduct a reasonable and timely investigation violates my rights under federal law. 

XXXX of the primary inaccuracies pertains to my account with XXXX XXXX XXXX. Specifically, the payment history for this account is inconsistent across the credit bureaus, yet it has been reported negatively on my consumer file. Additionally, you have failed to provide verifiable proof of the alleged late payments before reporting such derogatory information on my consumer report. 

Your failure to investigate and correct these inaccuracies is in direct violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( Fair Credit Reporting Act ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681s-2 ( Fair Credit Reporting Act ). As per my rights under these federal statutes, I formally demand : XXXX removal of the inaccurate accounts and negative marks associated with my XXXX XXXX XXXX account and any other unverifiable information on other accounts. 

Failure to comply with my request within the legally required timeframe will leave me no choice but to pursue all available legal remedies, including filing complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and considering potential legal action to protect my rights. 

I expect a formal written response and resolution to this dispute within 30 days, as required by federal law. Please send all correspondence and supporting documentation regarding this matter to my contact information listed above. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting 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 have made several attempts to have these accounts investigated or removed for inaccuracies. I will seek legal damages next if this can not be resolved.

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 2025-02-27 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
Experian has failed to fulfill its legal obligation under the Fair Credit R Act ( FCRA ) to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of disputed information 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 disputed items despite the evidence I provided, causing ongoing harm to my credit standing. I am requesting immediate corrective action to remove or amend the disputed accounts, as Experian 's inaction violates federal law and my rights as a consumer.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I looked at my credit recently and i became aware that i was a victim of identity theft and i called the bureaus and some of the creditors and they requested that i file a fraud affidavit. so here it is

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I looked at my credit recently and i became aware that i was a victim of identity theft and i called the bureaus and some of the creditors and they requested that i file a fraud affidavit. so here it is

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 2025-02-27 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:
My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.

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 2025-02-27 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.

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 2025-02-27 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
Finding unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries, and false personal information made or reported without my knowledge or agreement completely stunned and grieved me. I've tried to get clarification from the creditors, but they have blatantly refused to give it to me. I demand that the creditors act immediately and be transparent. The creditors must submit pertinent application materials, show proof of express authority for each query, and give comprehensive details about each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and the kinds of credit products involved. To see what I'm complaining about, please refer to the attached file!

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 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Billing dispute for services
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
Im writing to ask for your help with a serious issue Im facing regarding an XXXX account ( XXXX ) that was opened in my name on XX/XX/year>. I did not authorize this transaction, and in fact, I returned the few items I received from this order when they were delivered to my home. 

Ive made several attempts to resolve this with XXXX and Experian, but I keep getting told that the account is verified, despite it being the result of identity theft. Ive even provided proof to a debt collection agency thats harassing me about this debt, showing them that the account isnt mine, but theyre still pursuing it. 

All I want is for this fraudulent account to be closed and removed from my credit report. Ive tried everything on my own, but I havent had any success, and its causing a lot of stress. 

I would really appreciate your help in getting this resolved so I can move forward and stop dealing with this issue. Thank you for your time and assistance.

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 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Dear to whom it may concern : I recently pulled up my Transunion report and I noticed a derogatory remark on there. 

Under 15 USC 1692cc : ( c ) Ceasing communication If aconsumernotifies adebtcollector in writing that theconsumerrefuses to pay adebtor that theconsumerwishes thedebtcollector to cease furthercommunicationwith theconsumer, thedebtcollector shall not communicate further with theconsumerwith respect to suchdebt, except ( XXXX ) to advise theconsumerthat thedebtcollectors further efforts are being terminated ; ( XXXX ) to notify theconsumerthat thedebtcollector orcreditormay invoke specified remedies which are ordinarily invoked by suchdebtcollector orcreditor ; or ( XXXX ) where applicable, to notify theconsumerthat thedebtcollector orcreditorintends to invoke a specified remedy. 
If such notice from theconsumeris made by mail, notification shall be complete upon receipt. 

Otherwise, anyone paying for your reporting services could fax, mail, or email in a fraudulent account. 

Your failure to positively verify these accounts has hindered my ability to obtain credit.It has also damaged my mode of living, my character, and much more. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, unverifiable accounts must be DELETED and if you can not provide me a copy of verifiable proof, you must DELETE the account listed below. 

Im giving your company 15 days to respond to this matter. 

Failure to respond to this matter will result in legal actions pursued against your company. 

I demand that the following account be validated or DELETED immediately : Original Creditor : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Debt Collector : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: CAINE & WEINER COMPANY, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Dear to whom it may concern : I recently pulled up my XXXX report and I noticed a derogatory remark on there.

Under 15 USC 1692cc : ( c ) Ceasing communication If aconsumernotifies adebtcollector in writing that theconsumerrefuses to pay adebtor that theconsumerwishes thedebtcollector to cease furthercommunicationwith theconsumer, thedebtcollector shall not communicate further with theconsumerwith respect to suchdebt, except ( 1 ) to advise theconsumerthat thedebtcollectors further efforts are being terminated ; ( 2 ) to notify theconsumerthat thedebtcollector orcreditormay invoke specified remedies which are ordinarily invoked by suchdebtcollector orcreditor ; or ( 3 ) where applicable, to notify theconsumerthat thedebtcollector orcreditorintends to invoke a specified remedy. 
If such notice from theconsumeris made by mail, notification shall be complete upon receipt. 

Otherwise, anyone paying for your reporting services could fax, mail, or email in a fraudulent account. 

Your failure to positively verify these accounts has hindered my ability to obtain credit.It has also damaged my mode of living, my character, and much more. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, unverifiable accounts must be DELETED and if you can not provide me a copy of verifiable proof, you must DELETE the account listed below. 

Im giving your company 15 days to respond to this matter. 

Failure to respond to this matter will result in legal actions pursued against your company. 

I demand that the following account be validated or DELETED immediately : Original Creditor : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Debt Collector : Caine & Weiner Best Regards, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
" 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. 

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for each account listed without my expressed written consent. 

I looked at my consumer reports and noticed accounts I never gave anyone permission to report. Consumer reporting agencies have assumed a vital role and have a responsibility to report consumer information to the best of their ability with maximum possible accuracy like the Fair Credit Reporting Act clearly states. I did not provide written consent to report them. ''

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card — Card opened without my consent or knowledge
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Interval the credit card company says I owe them XXXX based on a timeshare company in XXXX XXXX. 
I did not open a XXXX  and they could not provide me with any information. I reported the interval account immediately it was closed. I alerted all three bureaus for fraud. They said the account is verified, but have not provided any information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief