vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-13 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: PA

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.

=========================== UNAUTHORIZED INQURIES : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/2022 =============================== 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 of the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-13 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft please remove this fraud inquiry from my credit report.

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 2023-10-13 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft please remove this fraud inquiry from my credit report.

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 2023-10-13 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: IN

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft please remove this fraud inquiry from my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-13 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Struggling to repay your loan — Problem with your payment plan
Company: Maximus Federal Services, Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am trying to make my monthly payments for my federal student loans through Aidvantage. I attempted an on-time payment back in XXXX. I found out today that my payment was reversed by Aidvantage and it never processed. I tried another payment earlier in XXXX, but days later my payment was reversed again. I never requested a refund. I am trying to make my payment but Aidvantage wont let me. I have more than enough money in my bank account to make the payments, so I do not understand why I can not make these payments

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Capstone Credit & Collection, LLC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to bring attention to a concerning matter concerning my credit file. I have observed the presence of a collection entry from your agency, which has caught my attention as I was not previously informed about this collection. Furthermore, I hold serious doubts about the accuracy of the debt being claimed. As per the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, I have the right to request validation of the debt. Thus, I kindly request that you provide me with the required validation and take appropriate actions to address this issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-13 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Problem accessing account
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Fraudulent activity was in my Bank of America bank account

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 2023-10-13 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:
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. 
================================== UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 ===================================== 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 of the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-13 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Despite multiple attempts, I have been unable to resolve the issue of fraudulent inquiries appearing on my consumer report. These inquiries are not associated with me in any way, and I bear no responsibility for them. Their presence has caused significant mental and financial distress. As a victim of identity theft, I have no alternative but to consider legal action if this matter is not appropriately addressed. These inaccurate and fraudulent items on my consumer report have hindered my ability to purchase my dream house and provide for my family 's needs. The impact on my financial well-being has been substantial.

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 2023-10-13 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: TX

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. 
================================== UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ===================================== 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 of 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 2023-10-13 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: TX

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. 
================================== UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ===================================== 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 of 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 2023-10-13 00:00:00
Product: Prepaid card — Government benefit card
Issue: Unexpected or other fees — 
Company: Comerica
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Didnt get my XXXX stimulus check of XXXX in XXXX  to my direct express debit card it was stolen.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-13 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Dealing with your lender or servicer — Trouble with how payments are being handled
Company: EdFinancial Services
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I had set up my bank account for auto-pay with their system. When it came to the day of payment, they had cancelled my auto-pay, not sure why. I had no notification of this what so ever. I fortunately went to my account and manually paid the amount due that day, being XXXX. 

Come to find out, they reversed my payment, never notified me. I woke up to an email Friday ( Monday is when I made the payment ) to an email about my current balance, and it showed a much larger amount. I went on to check why and they had reversed the payment, no explanation given and again I was never contacted. Other borrowers that I have read about with this issue have stated that it's been ongoing and XXXX has reversed tons of payments, especially those who are trying to pay in full. I'm just trying to make my monthly payment and they clearly are not capable of handling their systems and are refusing to acknowledge wrong doing. 

Tons of borrowers are dealing with this issue directly from this provider. They are refusing to pay or reverse interest due to late payment because of this issue. I tried submitting another payment this morning. It still has not been posted to my account.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: UT

Complaint narrative:
A company named XXXX XXXX hired me for a new position, prior to my start date I had to do a few cases to show I was capable for the job. The last case was to purchase cell phones and mail them to their XXXX XXXX  office. I purchased 3 cell phones, 2 cells phones with a charge of {$2000.00}, and 1 cell phone with a charge of {$710.00}. and both were shipped to XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, NJ XXXX. They gave me two accounts that were supposedly their business accounts, one to pay off my credit card and purchase one XXXX, the other to pay the credit card I used to purchase the other 2 phones. 

About a week before my employment start date I realized all payments that were made by my new business credit account to my Capitol one credit card was reversed, and payments made removed four weeks after paying off the card, but also the company was fake. so I lost my job, but they also stole {$2700.00} plus fees from me Capitol One has done nothing to help me these past 5 years. I was clearly a victim of Identity Theft and fraud, which occurred on XX/XX/2018, and was reported to XXXX XXXX XXXX POLICE DEPARTMENT : on XX/XX/18, REPORT NUMBER : XXXX.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Report provided to employer without your written authorization
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Hi there, this is XXXX, and I am contacting you about the compromising of my social security number. I am a victim of a Data Breach/ Identity Theft. I contacted the Federal Trade Commission and filed an FTC Report Number : XXXX which is attached. Please block and remove all information from my credit report and send me an updated copy of the credit report. 
Under 15 USC 1681c-2 c ( a ) the credit reporting agency must block and remove any alleged pieces of information the consumer considers identity theft within XXXX business days of receiving a complaint consisting of the information below. 
XXXX XXXX ( Original XXXX XXXX XXXX ) : Account number : XXXX XXXX  : Account number : XXXX XXXX | XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  | XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX | XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX | XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX | XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX | XX/XX/XXXX Failure to respond satisfactorily will result in a small claims action against your Agency. I will be seeking damages but not limited to and each violation is a statutory cost of {$1000.00} each Per 15 U.S.C 1692k : 1. Defamation of Character 2. Negligent Enhancement of Identity Fraud 3. Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act 4. Violation under 15 U.S. Code 1681o - Civil liability for negligent non compliance 5. Violation under 15 US Code 1681n ( b ) - Civil liability for willful non-compliance 6. Failing to comply with 15 USC 1692 ( g ) 7. Violation under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports 8. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( 7 ) Method of verification 9. Violations under 15 USC 1681 a ( 4 ) right to privacy 10. Violations under 15 U.S. Code 1681c - Requirements relating to information contained in consumer reports

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 2023-10-13 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Accounts on my credit report have been linked to identity theft without my proper authorization, including a signature. I've already discussed this matter with your organization, and I'm formally requesting the swift removal of these accounts from my report. Their presence has caused significant emotional and financial distress, as they inaccurately represent my credit history and responsibilities. If this issue isn't resolved appropriately, I'm ready to take legal action to protect my rights and seek a resolution. These fraudulent items on my credit record have hindered my ability to achieve important financial goals, such as buying a home and providing for my family.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: JPMORGAN CHASE & CO.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/XXXX at XXXX, while I was asleep. Chase Bank emailed me about a credit card that I did not apply for, and did a hard inquiry on my credit report dropping my credit score. I did not apply for and do not want a credit card from themz and as such never gave them permission to pull my credit report. 

When I called to inquire about the false application they said my account was sold to XXXXXXXX XXXX  and to call them... 

My current mortgage is through them, but only because they bought it from XXXXXXXX XXXX earlier this year, I would never choose to do business with Chase Bank. 

I believe they falsely opened an account in my name just to sell it, since the account isn't even officially open yet and they are already saying it was sold to another bank. 

Please close this credit card account and have them remove the hard inquiry on my credit reports. 

Thank you, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to draw your attention to the fraudulent personal information associated with my identity. Certain accounts and transactions have been falsely attributed to me without my knowledge or consent, causing significant distress and concern. I have become a victim of identity theft and have taken immediate action by reporting the incident. It is crucial to address this matter promptly, as it has had a detrimental impact on both my financial well-being and personal reputation. I kindly request your cooperation in expeditiously removing all fraudulent information from my credit report and conducting a thorough investigation into this matter. I am fully prepared to provide any necessary evidence and, if required, take legal action to protect my rights and seek appropriate compensation. Your prompt attention to this urgent matter is sincerely appreciated.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-10-13 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Problem accessing account
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Account blocked without reason or previous notice Date : XXXX Account : XXXX Card Number : XXXX Case Number : XXXX After making 5 XXXX transfers from my own accounts : # XXXX # XXXX # XXXX  # XXXX # XXXX My Citibank account was closed without any reason and I can not access my account anymore it says that my account is inactive now. 
They have not responded to any of my calls or other communication other than the email attached with my case number. 
I need my money now, and I would like to regain access to my account.

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 2023-10-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Report provided to employer without your written authorization
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Hi there, this is XXXX, and I am contacting you about the compromising of my social security number. I am a victim of a Data Breach/ Identity Theft. I contacted the Federal Trade Commission and filed an FTC Report Number : XXXX which is attached. Please block and remove all information from my credit report and send me an updated copy of the credit report. 
Under 15 USC 1681c-2 c ( a ) the credit reporting agency must block and remove any alleged pieces of information the consumer considers identity theft within 4 business days of receiving a complaint consisting of the information below. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Failure to respond satisfactorily will result in a small claims action against your Agency. I will be seeking damages but not limited to and each violation is a statutory cost of {$1000.00} each Per 15 U.S.C 1692k : 1. Defamation of Character 2. Negligent Enhancement of Identity Fraud 3. Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act 4. Violation under 15 U.S. Code 1681o - Civil liability for negligent non compliance 5. Violation under 15 US Code 1681n ( b ) - Civil liability for willful non-compliance 6. Failing to comply with 15 USC 1692 ( g ) 7. Violation under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports 8. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( 7 ) Method of verification 9. Violations under 15 USC 1681 a ( 4 ) right to privacy 10. Violations under 15 U.S. Code 1681c - Requirements relating to information contained in consumer reports

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief