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Consumer complaint received 2023-08-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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:
This is one of several times I've discovered that my credit report had inaccurate information. The three credit bureaus must verify these items in accordance with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not acceptable to report these items as unconfirmed information without validating them within the legally required time range. The following false information on my credit report has to be investigated, amended, or completely removed : 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 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

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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:
This is one of several times I've discovered that my credit report had inaccurate information. The three credit bureaus must verify these items in accordance with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not acceptable to report these items as unconfirmed information without validating them within the legally required time range. The following false information on my credit report has to be investigated, amended, or completely removed : 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 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

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 2023-08-03 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:
I discovered that some of the information on my credit report was incorrect when I reviewed it. Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) require the 3 credit bureaus to validate these accounts ( A ). It is not permissible to fail to validate these reporting accounts as unverified information without providing any proof within the time frame specified by law. My credit report includes the following erroneous information that needs to be investigated and correct : XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$5200.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$220.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$1000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$1000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$5200.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$220.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$1000.00}

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 2023-08-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: Checkr, Inc
State: MN

Complaint narrative:
Checkr background Check Services has incorrect information and missing information about my criminal history. For cases that have been closed and cleared and even dismissed are showing as charges and active warrants for my arrest! 
I tried to report to them to correct the info WHICH I NEVER CONSENTED FOR THEM TO LIST ABOUT ME ANYHOW, and they have not! It is severely affecting my ability to get employed or stable housing!!! 
They also have inaccurate information and missing information regarding my drivers license status and when I first got my drivers license and when it was revoked and that it has already been past expired of the fact that I can renew it and have completed the necessary requirements to be driving again!! It started in XXXX and its been paid off and everything should be cleared! 
I have the right to travel and they are blocking me from doing that as well!

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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:
This is my first endeavor to tell you that I am a victim of identity theft and I complain to question specific records in my document coming about because of the wrongdoing. The records I am questioning connect with no exchanges acquiring any possession of goods, services or money that I have made or authorized. Assuming no one cares either way, block the noteworthy of any information in my credit record that came about due to an alleged fraud or extortion. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NJ XXXX XX/XX/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 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

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I HAD AN ACCOUNT WITH XXXX THAT WAS CLOSED AND BROUGHT TO COLLECTIONS.. I'M HOMELESS AND UNEMPLOYED, AND I'M ON A FIXED INCOME..I CONTACTED THE COLLECTION AGENCY AND TOLD THEM MY SITUATION..WE CAME TO A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT OF $ XXXX.THE BILL OWED TO XXXX WAS {$260.00}. THE COLLECTION AGENCY AGREED WITH SETTLEMENT, AND TOLD ME ACCOUNT WOULD BE REMOVED FROM MY CREDIT IN NEGATIVE STATUS..UPON PAYING THE AGREED SETTLEMENT, IT IS STILL SHOWING ON ALL 3 CREDIT BUREAUS AS A CLOSED ACCOUNT AND SHOWING THAT I SETTLED ACCOUNT FOR LESS THAN WHAT WAS OWED ... THAT REPORTING HAS BEEN AFFECTING MY LIFE NEGATIVELY..I CAN'T GET HOUSING RIGHT NOW BECAUSE OF THIS BAD REPORT BY EXPERIAN..MY CREDIT SCORE WAS OVER XXXX XXXX AND XXXX FLAGGED MY CREDIT FOR COLLECTION..SINCE THAT EXPERIAN REDUCED MY CREDIT XXXX POINTS FOR THAT ACCOUNT WITH XXXX, EVEN AFTER AN AGREED SETTLEMENT WAS PAID..THEY REDUCED MY CREDIT TO A POOR RATING, FROM A GOOD RATING IN LESS THAN ONE MONTH..I ASKED THEM TO REMOVE SUCH NEGATIVE REPORT, AND THEY REFUSE TO.. EXPERIAN HAS TAGGED THAT ACCOUNT TO BE REMOVED IN XXXX.THE COLLECTION AGENCY AGREED TO SETTLE OUT WITH ME AND THAT THE ACCOUNT WOULD BE REMOVED FROM MY CREDIT REPORT ... NOW EXPERIAN HAS DAMAGED MY NAME AND CREDIT WORTHINESS..I HAVE NO OTHER OPEN ACCOUNTS ..I BASICALLY HAVE NO CREDIT, BUT THE ACCOUNT I HAD WITH XXXX THEY ARE REFUSING TO REMOVE FROM MY CREDIT REPORT.. I'M HOMELESS IN CALIFORNIA, I'M TRYING TO GET HOUSING.. EVERY TIME A MANAGEMENT COMPANY CHECKS MY CREDIT THROUGH EXPERIAN, THEY GET A POOR CREDIT RATING, BECAUSE OF THE REPORTING OF XXXX THAT I SETTLED OUT WITH IS SHOWING ME IN A NEGATIVE WAY ... I DON'T THINK A CREDIT AGENCY SHOULD BE USING THESE MALICIOUS TACTICS THAT IS AFFECTING MY LIFE NEGATIVELY WHERE I CAN'T GET HOUSING..ITS WRONG AND DISCRIMINATORY..I HAD GOOD CREDIT..THEY ALSO ARE SHOWING THE LATE PAYMENTS FOR THIS ACCOUNT ON MY CREDIT REPORT, AND I BELIEVE THAT IS ILLEGAL... XXXX AND XXXX HAS MY CREDIT SCORE ABOVE XXXX, EVEN WITH THE XXXX THERE, AND EXPERIAN HAS MY SCORE BELOW XXXX, SHOWING ME AS HAVING BAD CREDIT AND CAUSING ME TO NOT BE ABLE TO GET HOUSING HERE IN XXXX XXXX CALIFORNIA..WHY IS THIS CREDIT AGENCY HOLDING MY LIFE XXXX WITH A XXXX DIGIT REPORTING NUMBER... THEY SHOULD NOT BE REPORTING A CLOSED ACCOUNT, THAT WAS PAID ON..

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 2023-08-03 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:
Subject : Complaint Regarding XXXX XXXX XXXX Dear CFPB, I am writing to file a formal complaint against XXXX XXXX XXXX concerning the accuracy and reporting practices of an account listed on my credit report. 

The account in question is identified as XXXX and is associated with XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX However, I have noticed that the credit report indicates that XXXX XXXX has acquired the debt from XXXX XXXX XXXX. Despite this, XXXX XXXX XXXX continues to report this account on my credit file, which I believe is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

As per the FCRA guidelines, specifically under 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 5 ), once a debt has been sold or transferred to a new company, the original creditor ( XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX no longer responsible for reporting it. The responsibility for reporting the debt now lies with the new company ( XXXX XXXX ), who currently owns the debt. 

By continuing to report this account on my credit report, XXXX XXXX XXXX is potentially violating the FCRA 's provisions that govern accurate and timely reporting of information to credit bureaus. 

I believe that XXXX XXXX XXXX should update my credit report to reflect that the account has been sold or transferred to XXXX XXXX and remove any reference to this account from their reporting. 

Enclosed is supporting documentation from the credit report, clearly showing that XXXX XXXX has acquired the debt from XXXX XXXX XXXX. 

I kindly request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau investigates this matter thoroughly to ensure that XXXX XXXX XXXX complies with the FCRA and accurately reports my credit information. 

Please provide me with a written response once the investigation is complete and appropriate action has been taken to rectify the situation. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this complaint. I look forward to a resolution that upholds my consumer rights and ensures fair credit reporting practices. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-03 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Violation of 15 USC 6802, 15 USC 1681b, 18 USC 1028a, 15 USC 6801 15 USC 1611, 18 USC 241 Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to bring to your attention what appears to be a serious violation of various federal laws pertaining to consumer privacy and identity theft. As a concerned individual, I repeatedly discover that you have included unauthorized transactions ( late payments & charge off ) and experiences ( hard inquiries ) in my consumer report, despite never having provided written permission for such reporting. This activity not only breaches my privacy rights but also raises significant concerns about the security of my personal information. 

According to the federal laws governing consumer privacy and identity theft, namely 15 USC 6802, 15 USC 1681b, 18 USC 1028a, and 15 USC 6801, you are required to ensure that consumer reports only contain information for which proper authorization has been obtained. This includes obtaining explicit written permission from the consumer before reporting any transactions and experiences related to their credit history and financial interactions. 

I must emphasize that I have not granted any written authorization to include these transactions and experiences in my consumer report. As such, their inclusion represents a clear violation of the aforementioned federal laws. I am particularly concerned that this unauthorized reporting is a form of identity theft, as my personal and financial information should remain private and secure. 

I kindly request that you promptly reinvestigate this matter and provide a detailed explanation for the inclusion of unauthorized information in my consumer report. Additionally, I expect you to take immediate action to remove all such unauthorized adverse information and rectify any inaccuracies in my credit history. 

Please be advised that I am prepared to take legal action if this matter is not adequately addressed within a reasonable timeframe. I believe it is essential to protect the privacy and security of all consumers and ensure that your organization complies fully with the laws in place to safeguard our personal information. 

I look forward to your prompt response and a resolution to this matter. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter and provide me with a timeline for your investigation and actions. 

Thank you for your attention to this critical issue. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-03 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Violation of 15 USC 6802, 15 USC 1681b, 18 USC 1028a, 15 USC 6801 15 USC 1611, 18 USC 241 Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to bring to your attention what appears to be a serious violation of various federal laws pertaining to consumer privacy and identity theft. As a concerned individual, I repeatedly discover that you have included unauthorized transactions ( late payments & charge off ) and experiences ( hard inquiries ) in my consumer report, despite never having provided written permission for such reporting. This activity not only breaches my privacy rights but also raises significant concerns about the security of my personal information. 

According to the federal laws governing consumer privacy and identity theft, namely 15 USC 6802, 15 USC 1681b, 18 USC 1028a, and 15 USC 6801, you are required to ensure that consumer reports only contain information for which proper authorization has been obtained. This includes obtaining explicit written permission from the consumer before reporting any transactions and experiences related to their credit history and financial interactions. 

I must emphasize that I have not granted any written authorization to include these transactions and experiences in my consumer report. As such, their inclusion represents a clear violation of the aforementioned federal laws. I am particularly concerned that this unauthorized reporting is a form of identity theft, as my personal and financial information should remain private and secure. 

I kindly request that you promptly reinvestigate this matter and provide a detailed explanation for the inclusion of unauthorized information in my consumer report. Additionally, I expect you to take immediate action to remove all such unauthorized adverse information and rectify any inaccuracies in my credit history. 

Please be advised that I am prepared to take legal action if this matter is not adequately addressed within a reasonable timeframe. I believe it is essential to protect the privacy and security of all consumers and ensure that your organization complies fully with the laws in place to safeguard our personal information. 

I look forward to your prompt response and a resolution to this matter. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter and provide me with a timeline for your investigation and actions. 

Thank you for your attention to this critical issue. 

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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit card or prepaid card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Trouble using your card — Can't use card to make purchases
Company: Atlanticus Services Corporation
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
My cards were shut down for absolutely no reason, Im a bartender and I tend to use my credit cards and then pay them off after a weeks work, I have XXXX and i like to pay off my cards, i was never once late with Aspire Credit Card I had a XXXX limit and XXXX limit. I went to gamble one night and took out a few cash advances and then went to work the next day and paid it off! The next day they took my payment and shut off my credit card. I called and they said it was considered fraudulent purchases, i explained what i did for a living and asked how could I prove I was the rightful owner of the credit card, they said I should learn to follow the rules and regulations and if I could pay off my card like that, then I obviously didnt need a credit card, i said I do, im trying to get my credit fixed and this would ruin my XXXX score, i was told that wasnt their problem, the account was closed and I was hung up on, 2 days later I got a notification that my aspire accounts were closed and my credit dropped XXXX points. This apparently happens a lot with this company and its not fair. Ive worked very hard and how can someone just mess with my credit like that. On top of everything, after I paid them off they refunded me XXXX annual fee, however its a charge, not a credit so now I owe them XXXX on my closed account. This is very frustrating, we are struggling and relied on this credit card. Is there anything I can do

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-08-03 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I'M DONE ASKING NICELY. I'VE SENT YOU NUMEROUS LETTERS INFORMING THERE IS INACCURATE, ERRONEOUS and UNVERIFIABLE INFORMATION ON MY CREDIT REPORT. You are required under the FCRA to have a copies of the original creditors documentation on file to verify that this information is 100 % true, accurate and correct. 
In the results of your numerous investigations and subsequent reinvestigations, you stated in writing that you verified that this item is being reported correctly? I'VE ASKED YOU " WHO VERIFIED THIS ACCOUNT? You have NOT provided me a copy of ANY original documentation, OR COPIES FOR THAT MATTER, as required under Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). Furthermore, you have failed to provide the method of verification as required under Section 611 ( a ) ( 7 ). Please be advised that under Section 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ) of the FCRA you are required to promptly DELETE all information which can not be verified. 
Sections 616 and 617 provide me with remedy when a credit reporting agency does not comply with the law. You are willful noncomplying with the FCRA.

Since you CLAIM TO HAVE VERIFIED THIS ACCOUNT BUT HAVE NOT PROVIDED ME WITH ANY INFORMATION. I WILL GIVE YOU ONE LAST CHANCE TO UPDATE '' THE FOLLOWING ACCOUNT. 
Please update the following account, or inaccurate information, from my file immediately & send me the results to the address listedXXXX 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 2023-08-03 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I'M DONE ASKING NICELY. I'VE SENT YOU NUMEROUS LETTERS INFORMING THERE IS INACCURATE, ERRONEOUS and UNVERIFIABLE INFORMATION ON MY CREDIT REPORT. You are required under the FCRA to have a copies of the original creditors documentation on file to verify that this information is 100 % true, accurate and correct. 
In the results of your numerous investigations and subsequent reinvestigations, you stated in writing that you verified that this item is being reported correctly? I'VE ASKED YOU " WHO VERIFIED THIS ACCOUNT? You have NOT provided me a copy of ANY original documentation, OR COPIES FOR THAT MATTER, as required under Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). Furthermore, you have failed to provide the method of verification as required under Section 611 ( a ) ( 7 ). Please be advised that under Section 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ) of the FCRA you are required to promptly DELETE all information which can not be verified.

Sections 616 and 617 provide me with remedy when a credit reporting agency does not comply with the law. You are willful noncomplying with the FCRA.

Since you CLAIM TO HAVE VERIFIED THIS ACCOUNT BUT HAVE NOT PROVIDED ME WITH ANY INFORMATION. I WILL GIVE YOU ONE LAST CHANCE TO UPDATE '' THE FOLLOWING ACCOUNT. 
Please update the following account, or inaccurate information, from my file immediately & send me the results to the address listedXXXX 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