vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: NC

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 process 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 ( 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 process 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 2025-02-27 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Equifax XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX To Whom It May Concern, Subject : Dispute of Debt Reporting XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to formally dispute the validity of XXXX accounts currently reported on my credit report. Please review the details below and take the appropriate actions to correct my file. 
XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX : This account is listed as an old debt that I do not recognize. I have disputed this debt on my credit report since last year, and I continue to assert that it is not valid. I request a thorough investigation into this matter, and if it is found to be inaccurate or unverifiable, I ask that it be removed from my credit file. 
XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX : This account corresponds to a membership at XXXX XXXX. I cancelled this membership due to medical reasons, and the account was fully paid off at the time of cancellation. Despite this, the gym continued to report this account as an outstanding debt. I do not owe this debt, and I respectfully request that this error be corrected immediately. 

Please confirm in writing that these accounts have been investigated and that any inaccurate information has been expunged from my credit record. I have enclosed copies of any pertinent documentation, including evidence of my disputes and proof of the cancellation and payment of the XXXX XXXX membership. 
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I have the right to dispute any inaccurate or incomplete information on my credit report. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and look forward to receiving your confirmation of the correction. 
Thank you for your assistance. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Equifax XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX To Whom It May Concern, Subject : Dispute of Debt Reporting XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to formally dispute the validity of XXXX accounts currently reported on my credit report. Please review the details below and take the appropriate actions to correct my file. 
XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX : This account is listed as an old debt that I do not recognize. I have disputed this debt on my credit report since last year, and I continue to assert that it is not valid. I request a thorough investigation into this matter, and if it is found to be inaccurate or unverifiable, I ask that it be removed from my credit file. 
XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX : This account corresponds to a membership at XXXX XXXX. I cancelled this membership due to medical reasons, and the account was fully paid off at the time of cancellation. Despite this, the gym continued to report this account as an outstanding debt. I do not owe this debt, and I respectfully request that this error be corrected immediately. 

Please confirm in writing that these accounts have been investigated and that any inaccurate information has been expunged from my credit record. I have enclosed copies of any pertinent documentation, including evidence of my disputes and proof of the cancellation and payment of the XXXX XXXX membership. 
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I have the right to dispute any inaccurate or incomplete information on my credit report. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and look forward to receiving your confirmation of the correction. 
Thank you for your assistance. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX 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: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
A FCRA violation refers to a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), which is a federal law that regulates the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer credit information. Federal law requires that consumer reporting agencies ( CRAs ) follow reasonable procedures to ensure 100 % accuracy of the information contained in their credit reports.If a consumer suffers damages as a result of a FCRA violation they may be entitled to bring a private lawsuit against the CRA and recover actual damages, statutory damages, and attorney 's fees. These accounts listed on my letter is not 100 % correct and i demand them to be investigated completely.

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: MA

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE EQUIFAX DATA BREACH. PER 15 USC 1681 C-2 STATES EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS SECTION A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY SHALL BLOCK THE REPORTING OF ANY INFORMATION IN THE FILE OF A CONSUMER THAT THE CONSUMER IDENTIFIES AS INFORMATION THAT RESULTED FROM AN ALLEGED IDENTITY THEFT. 

UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year>

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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Please see attached documents XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, FL XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX XX/XX/2025 Experian Dispute Department XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX TX XXXX Subject : Fraudulent Accounts Dispute Request for Deletion Under FCRA 605B To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally dispute the following accounts that have been fraudulently reported on my credit file due to identity theft and a data breach : XXXX XXXX  Account XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX I am a victim of identity theft and was also affected by a data breach involving the credit bureaus, which has compromised my personal information. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 605B ( 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2 ), I am requesting that these fraudulent accounts be blocked and permanently deleted from my credit report immediately.

Pursuant to my rights under FCRA 605B, once I provide proof of identity theft, the credit bureau must block and remove any fraudulent accounts from my report within four business days of receiving my request. Enclosed, I have provided : XXXX. A copy of my government-issued ID. 
XXXX. A copy of a recent utility bill or other proof of address. 
XXXX. A completed FTC Identity Theft Report ( or police report, if applicable ). 

Because these accounts are the result of fraud, they should not be verified, sold, or transferred, as doing so would be a violation of FCRA 605B ( c ). I demand a written confirmation once these accounts have been deleted. 

Failure to comply with this request will be considered a violation of federal consumer protection laws, and I will take legal action if necessary. 

I expect resolution within the required timeframe and appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. Please confirm receipt of this letter and provide me with updates regarding my dispute. 

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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelles handling of disputes, particularly in light of the recent CFPB lawsuit highlighting significant issues with this platform. Despite using Zelle numerous times and reporting discrepancies, my financial institute and Zelle failed to investigate my claims adequately. They informed me that recovering lost funds was impossible and tracking the transactions were unfeasible. The CFPB finding indicate that Zelle has not only neglected to protect consumers but also allowed repeat offenders to exploit the system leaving users vulnerable to scams. This lack of accountability and transparency is unacceptable and raises serious concerns about consumer safety.

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: NY

Complaint narrative:
Under 15 USC 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) subject to subsection ( f ) and except as provided in subsection ( g ), If the completeness or accuracy of any item of information contained in a consumer 's file at a consumer reporting agency is disputed by the consumer and the consumer notifies the agency directly or indirectly through a reseller, of such dispute, the agency shall, free of charge, conduct a reasonable reinvestigation to determine whether the disputed information is inaccurate and record the current status of the disputed information, or delete the item from the file in accordance with paragraph ( 5 ), before the end of the 30-day period beginning on the date on which the agency receives the notice of the dispute from the consumer or reseller. 

Account name XXXX XXXX XXXX Account number : 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 XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a formal complaint regarding unauthorized accounts on my credit report that continue to appear despite my attempts to have them removed. These accounts violate 15 USC 1681b, as there is no permissible purpose for reporting them without my consent. I believe these accounts stem from my personal information being compromised in the Equifax data breach. The ongoing presence of these fraudulent accounts is causing significant harm to my credit and financial well-being. I request immediate investigation and removal of these accounts. If this matter is not resolved promptly. Please find attached documentation related to the disputed accounts.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Other banking product or service
Issue: Managing an account — Deposits and withdrawals
Company: WEBSTER BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: CT

Complaint narrative:
I went to the Webster Bank ATM at the XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, CT, XXXX location shortly after XXXX XXXX EST on Monday XX/XX/XXXX. I insert my debit card and choose the option to deposit cash into the ATM. I deposited {$100.00} cash into the ATM, and shortly after the machine closed it gave me an error message stating my transaction could not be processed. The machine opened back up and did not return my {$100.00}. The machine also did not give me back a receipt. There is also no deposit shown in my account. The ATM at this location ate my money.

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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
I did not consent to, or authorize nor benefit from any of the following Inquiries. Please Block and remove it. 
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 XXXXXX/XX/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: 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
I carefully review my credit report to ensure the accuracy of my accounts, and I have never been late on a payment. Its possible that there is an error in the reporting.

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 — Account information incorrect
Company: ALLY FINANCIAL INC.
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
Per 15 USC 1681i the recent data breach of social security. And there are 3 inquiries on there that I didn't receive any loans from the inquiries I need them removed

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 — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NC

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. 

FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS : Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Name XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year> 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 XXXXXX/XX/year> 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 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am a hardworking individual has been diligently paying my accounts on time for the quite a long time. However, upon reviewing my credit report, I discover several instances of late payments recorded by these creditors. Perplexed by this discrepancy, I contacted these creditors to inquire about the inaccuracies. After discussing the matter with a customer service representative and the billing department, it becomes evident that there was a mutual agreement between me and these creditors to adjust the payment schedule due to unforeseen circumstances. Despite adhering to this adjusted schedule, the payments were mistakenly marked as late in the system. Understanding the gravity of the situation, these creditors swiftly acknowledge the error and assures me that the inaccurate late payments will be rectified. Additionally, they offer to provide written documentation of the agreed-upon payment schedule to prevent any future misunderstandings.

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: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am a hardworking individual has been diligently paying my accounts on time for the quite a long time. However, upon reviewing my credit report, I discover several instances of late payments recorded by these creditors. Perplexed by this discrepancy, I contacted these creditors to inquire about the inaccuracies. After discussing the matter with a customer service representative and the billing department, it becomes evident that there was a mutual agreement between me and these creditors to adjust the payment schedule due to unforeseen circumstances. Despite adhering to this adjusted schedule, the payments were mistakenly marked as late in the system. Understanding the gravity of the situation, these creditors swiftly acknowledge the error and assures me that the inaccurate late payments will be rectified. Additionally, they offer to provide written documentation of the agreed-upon payment schedule to prevent any future misunderstandings.

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: CA

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: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
i am no longer a user on care credit account.i contacted care credit to report to the credit bureaus to delete account from credit profile they did not.i have disputed numerous times with XXXX as recently as yesterday with their agent and its coming back today that care credit /synchrony is showing i do/I DO NOT HAVE AND ACCOUNT WITH CARE CREDIT/SYNCHRONY I AM NO LONGER A USER ON THE ACCOUNT I WAS TAKEN OFF BY PRIMARY USER. WHY DOES CARE CREDIT STILL REPORTING TO CREDIT BUREAUS I DO? UNFAIR BUSINESS PRACTICE

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 — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I settled accounts on my reports as the company stated that they would ask the reporting agencies to delete the accounts within 30 days and they have not. According to violation 15 USC 1681, any person who obtains a consumer report from a consumer reporting agency under false pretenses or knowingly without a permissible purpose shall be liable to the consumer reporting agency for actual damages sustained by the consumer reporting agency or {$1000.00}, whichever is greater. I am asking TransUnion, Equifax and Experian to DELETE all accounts from XXXX XXXX as the debt has been satisfied.

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