vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09 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: OR

Complaint narrative:
" I am addressing the issue with regarding the noncompliance. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not, that is considered identity theft.

As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act, particularly under 15 U.S.C. 1681n, there exists statutory civil liability for willful noncompliance. This provision stipulates that any person who willfully fails to comply with consumer protection requirements may be liable to the affected consumer for damages, including potential punitive measures and reimbursement of legal costs. This underscores the importance of addressing and rectifying this matter promptly and responsibly. 
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Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: DISCOVER BANK
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
Originally, Discover bank was sent a demand for validation of debt, and demand for settlement for their violations under the TCPA, and UDAP. The company failed to provide the required and properly requested, and legally applicable information to validate the debt claimed. Their failure precludes them under the supporting laws, from any further reporting, collection, or litigation. 

The company has a practice of falsely and deceptively contacting account holders in an effort to collect a claimed debt, and do so in a manner of deception that violates public policies and the laws in place to prevent these type of illegal collection activities I have been in contact with their attorney, to which he has stopped communicating when he was presented with the evidence that support my claims, and condemning their actions. 

They have also violated the Telecommunications protection act and acknowledge the demand for validation as they recognize and ask me to waive my rights as they pertain to cease and desist from contact other than U.S. postal service.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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 2024-10-09 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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 2024-10-09 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:
I'm in disagreement with the account listed below which still appears on my credit report, even after your investigation. I would like this item immediately re-investigated. the inaccuracies are highly injurious to my credit score. Account : XXXX XXXX number XXXX ( CLOSED ACCOUNT ) payments late year XXXX In accordance with the fair credit reporting act, public law 91-506, title VI, section 611, please provide the names and business addresses of each individual with whom you verified the account, so that I may follow up. Please send me an updated copy of my credit report after your reinvestigation.

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 2024-10-09 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I recently conducted a review of my credit report and found several items that have caused me significant distress. These items appear to be unverifiable, inaccurate, and questionable. Your agency has failed to ensure the accuracy of the information as required under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) Accuracy of Reports. This statute mandates that consumer reporting agencies must follow reasonable procedures to ensure the maximum possible accuracy of the information they report.

Furthermore, under 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Treatment of Inaccurate or Unverifiable Information, you are required to promptly delete or modify any information found to be inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable during a reinvestigation. If you are unable to provide me with verifiable proof of the accuracy of the disputed items within 15 days of your investigation, these accounts and the related information must be removed from my credit report.

Additionally, under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I do not recognize any of the alleged creditors or debt collectors. I have never entered into a valid contract with any of these entities, nor have I engaged in any transactions with them. As such, these accounts are fraudulent and may be the result of identity theft or other illegal activities. Attempting to enforce these fraudulent accounts is unlawful. I request that you expedite your investigation to prevent further harm, losses, or damages that I may suffer as a victim of identity theft.

Moreover, under the Fair Credit Billing Act, my right to privacy has been violated, and this breach infringes upon my rights as outlined in The Privacy Act of 1974. Removing the inaccurate and fraudulent information from my credit report will help restore my privacy and prevent further violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09 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:
I recently conducted a review of my credit report and found several items that have caused me significant distress. These items appear to be unverifiable, inaccurate, and questionable. Your agency has failed to ensure the accuracy of the information as required under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) Accuracy of Reports. This statute mandates that consumer reporting agencies must follow reasonable procedures to ensure the maximum possible accuracy of the information they report.

Furthermore, under 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Treatment of Inaccurate or Unverifiable Information, you are required to promptly delete or modify any information found to be inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable during a reinvestigation. If you are unable to provide me with verifiable proof of the accuracy of the disputed items within 15 days of your investigation, these accounts and the related information must be removed from my credit report. 

Additionally, under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I do not recognize any of the alleged creditors or debt collectors. I have never entered into a valid contract with any of these entities, nor have I engaged in any transactions with them. As such, these accounts are fraudulent and may be the result of identity theft or other illegal activities. Attempting to enforce these fraudulent accounts is unlawful. I request that you expedite your investigation to prevent further harm, losses, or damages that I may suffer as a victim of identity theft.

Moreover, under the Fair Credit Billing Act, my right to privacy has been violated, and this breach infringes upon my rights as outlined in The Privacy Act of 1974. Removing the inaccurate and fraudulent information from my credit report will help restore my privacy and prevent further violations.

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 2024-10-09 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action — Threatened to sue you for very old debt
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: OR

Complaint narrative:
Called my husbands phone. Said they were sending the debt to lawyers. The total would be added to my debt. My spouse said it was my debt and his name wasnt on it. The the person asked why I wasnt on more of a leash. Asked if I stopped paying because I lost my job on the corner. Suggested I was sleeping around. He cursed at him and treated to kick his XXXX! Inexcusable! This company has also made called to me as early as XXXX and as late as XXXX!

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I AM SUBMITTING THIS WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE AND THIS IS NOT A THIRD PARTY. THE CREDIT BUREAUS STATED MY ACC WAS PROPERLY INVESTIGATED BUT HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE IF THE OPEN DATE IS INACCURATE, THE DATE LAST ACTIVE IS INACCURATE, AND THE DATE LAST REPORTED IS NOT ACCURATE? THIS GROUND FOR REMOVAL, THEY ALSO VIOLATED MY RIGHTS UNDER 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 602 A. STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY. 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 604 SECTION 2. IT ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CAN NOT FURNISH AN ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED LETTERS.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I AM SUBMITTING THIS WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE AND THIS IS NOT A THIRD PARTY. THE CREDIT BUREAUS STATED MY ACC WAS PROPERLY INVESTIGATED BUT HOW IS THAT POSSIBLE IF THE OPEN DATE IS INACCURATE, THE DATE LAST ACTIVE IS INACCURATE, AND THE DATE LAST REPORTED IS NOT ACCURATE? THIS GROUND FOR REMOVAL, THEY ALSO VIOLATED MY RIGHTS UNDER 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 602 A. STATES I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY. 15 U.S.C 1681 SECTION 604 SECTION 2. IT ALSO STATES A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY CAN NOT FURNISH AN ACCOUNT WITHOUT MY WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED LETTERS.

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 2024-10-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement — Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement
Company: GOLDMAN SACHS BANK USA
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
A fraudulent charge was charged to my credit card on XX/XX/year>. I immediately reported it to Apple Card. They said they would send a new credit card and reverse the charges. I received a follow-up email saying my dispute was declined. I reached back out and they said let 's put this through one more time. Today on XX/XX/year> I got my second denial of the dispute. After calling and talking to 6 different people, they kept sending me up to supervisors, they said they would escalate. 

I did not make the charge, therefore I can not provide proof of the charge or a reversal of the purchase as I did not make the charge. I can not verify a charge if I did not make it. That is the point of reporting a charge I did not make. 

In my research, I have discovered that Goldman Sachs does not honor the zero liability protection and quite often gives customers to run around. It doesn't take too much time on XXXX to see their dishonest business practices. My parents on the other hand have XXXX and have never had an issue in their 30+ years.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX, OH XXXX Phone : XXXX Email : XXXX XXXX XXXX Transunion XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, PA XXXX Request for Removal of Fraudulent Late Payment Due to Identity Theft Please Remove Late Payment Account XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date of late payment : XX/XX/XXXX Account opened XX/XX/XXXX Dear, Transunion I am writing to formally dispute a late payment that has been inaccurately reported on my credit file due to identity theft. The late payment in question is associated with the account [ XXXX ] and occurred on [ XX/XX/XXXX ]. 

I did not authorize the use of my personal information for this account, and I have taken steps to report this identity theft to the necessary authorities. Enclosed, you will find a copy of my police report, FTC Identity Theft Report, and any other documentation to support my claim of identity theft. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am requesting the immediate deletion of this fraudulent late payment from my credit report. This late payment has negatively impacted my credit, and I trust that your investigation will confirm that this was not a transaction I made or authorized. 15USC CODE 1681 15 U.S. Code 1666 ( b ) 15 U.S. Code 1637 ( a ) Please confirm in writing that this item has been removed from my credit report. Should you require any further information, feel free to contact me at the phone number or email provided above. 

Thank you for your time and prompt attention to this matter. 

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
I see that XXXX, Equifax, and XXXX are reporting some Inquiries on my consumer reports without my consent. I have attempted months ago prior to this complaint to call and send in a letter stating that Per the FCRA as a federal protected consumer I am now opting out of any and all authorization I the consumer may have given you written, unwritten, verbal, and nonverbal per 15 USC 6802. I still see that many Inquiries are on my reports even when it shouldn't have been to begin with considering I never gave permission nor written consent to report this on my credit reports. Under the Privacy Act of 1974 it clearly states, No agency shall disclose any record which is contained in a system of records by any means of communication to any person, or to another agency, except pursuant to a written request by, or with the prior written consent of, the individual to whom the record pertains. Also, 15 USC 1681b states that " In general Subject to subsection ( c ), any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : in accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act 15 USC 1681a-4, " There is a need to insure that consumer reporting agencies exercise their grave responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and a respect for the consumers right to privacy ''. XXXX, XXXX, and Equifax are all consumer reporting agencies, and I am the Consumer. I have the right to make sure my private information isn't shared which is backed by 15 USC 6801 which states " It is the policy of the Congress that each financial institution has an affirmative and continuing obligation to respect the privacy of its customers and to protect the security and confidentiality of those customers nonpublic personal information ''. Every company in their agreements with consumers said they would follow the law and agreed to do so. They are aware that they are breaking the law and continue to do so daily with prior knowledge of the law they agreed to uphold for the benefit of the consumers and to not undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system according to 15 USC 1681a-1.15 USC 1681e states '' Every consumer reporting agency shall maintain reasonable procedures designed to avoid violations of section 1681c of this title and to limit the furnishing of consumer reports to the purposes listed under section 1681b of this title. XXXX, Equifax, and XXXX are not maintaining reasonable procedures.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
I see that XXXX, XXXX, and Experian are reporting some Inquiries on my consumer reports without my consent. I have attempted months ago prior to this complaint to call and send in a letter stating that Per the FCRA as a federal protected consumer I am now opting out of any and all authorization I the consumer may have given you written, unwritten, verbal, and nonverbal per 15 USC 6802. I still see that many Inquiries are on my reports even when it shouldn't have been to begin with considering I never gave permission nor written consent to report this on my credit reports. Under the Privacy Act of 1974 it clearly states, No agency shall disclose any record which is contained in a system of records by any means of communication to any person, or to another agency, except pursuant to a written request by, or with the prior written consent of, the individual to whom the record pertains. Also, 15 USC 1681b states that " In general Subject to subsection ( c ), any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : in accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act 15 USC 1681a-4, " There is a need to insure that consumer reporting agencies exercise their grave responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and a respect for the consumers right to privacy ''. XXXX, Experian, and XXXX are all consumer reporting agencies, and I am the XXXX. I have the right to make sure my private information isn't shared which is backed by 15 USC 6801 which states " It is the policy of the Congress that each financial institution has an affirmative and continuing obligation to respect the privacy of its customers and to protect the security and confidentiality of those customers nonpublic personal information ''. Every company in their agreements with consumers said they would follow the law and agreed to do so. They are aware that they are breaking the law and continue to do so daily with prior knowledge of the law they agreed to uphold for the benefit of the consumers and to not undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system according to 15 USC 1681a-1.15 USC 1681e states '' Every consumer reporting agency shall maintain reasonable procedures designed to avoid violations of section 1681c of this title and to limit the furnishing of consumer reports to the purposes listed under section 1681b of this title. XXXX, XXXX, and Experian are not maintaining reasonable procedures.

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 2024-10-09 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I did not open these accounts and believe them to be fraudulent. I request a thorough investigation and removal from my credit report. Supporting documents are attached.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Request to Update Personal Information ASAP Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to request an update to my personal information in your records. After reviewing my credit report, I found several inaccuracies that need correction. I kindly ask you to update the following information : Name : Current Legal Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Also Known As ( if applicable ) : None Former Name ( XXXX ) : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX of Birth : Correct Date of Birth : XX/XX/year> Current Address ( es ) : Primary Address : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Previous Address ( es ) : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX : Current Employer : XXXX XXXX XXXX have enclosed the necessary documents to verify the correct information, including : A copy of my driver 's license ( or passport ) showing my legal name. 
A recent utility bill or bank statement showing my current address. 
A copy of my Social Security card. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. Should you need further information, please contact me at ( XXXX ) XXXX or XXXX. 

Sincerely, 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 non-monetary relief