vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Fees or interest — Problem with fees
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc.
State: NH

Complaint narrative:
I have a credit card with Cominity BankXXXXXXXX XXXX # XXXX. The first time I used the card I made a purchase on XX/XX/XXXX for {$77.00}. When I tried to make a payment on or about XX/XX/XXXX, the website would not let me set up an online account. When I tried to make a phone payment, the calls kept on getting dropped/disconnected. On or about XX/XX/XXXX, I received a call from Comenity and I made the payment in full with the agent. I asked about the late fee and was told that they could see I had attempted to login and they would remove the late charge. Next statement I was charged a late fee of {$30.00}. In XXXX, I tried to call them but the only options they gave me on the phone was to make an automated payment. Now, with another late fee the balance was {$63.00}. Same thing for XXXX, XXXX and XXXX, with late fees of {$40.00}, {$44.00} and {$45.00}. 

On XX/XX/XXXX, I sent a letter to Cominity telling them of my difficulty trying to connect with an agent and asking for all these charges to be removed, as they had originally agreed. On XX/XX/XXXX, I received another statement with another {$46.00} added on to the balance, bringing the balance up to {$230.00}. 

I was finally able to reach a customer service agent on XX/XX/XXXX, after three disconnections/dropped calls in the process. They refused to remove the original {$30.00} fee that they had agreed to back in XXXX and would not remove any of the other late fees. They told me that if I didn't pay the full balance now an additional {$50.00} late fee would be assessed next week. I spoke with a supervisor, who offered that if I paid {$150.00}, they would remove the rest and close the account. I paid them {$150.00} to avoid further gouging.

Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: EQUIFAX, 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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I recently review a copy of my credit report and notice I had fruadulent account on my report. Please remove these accounts from my report, they are hurting my ability to obtain credit.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I recently review a copy of my credit report and notice I had fraudulent accounts on my report. Please remove these accounts from my report, they are hurting my ability to obtain credit.

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 2024-07-11 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft. I am writing to request that you block the following Incorrect information from my credit report. I am writing to dispute the following inquiries. It does not belong to me. I never established this inquiries. I have no knowledge of obtaining any of the inquiries listed here. Please remove these inquiries and send me an updated copy of my report after the investigation. 
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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 2024-07-11 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft. I am writing to request that you block the following Incorrect information from my credit report. I am writing to dispute the following inquiries. It does not belong to me. I never established this inquiries. I have no knowledge of obtaining any of the inquiries listed here. Please remove these inquiries and send me an updated copy of my report after the investigation. 
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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 2024-07-11 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern : I was in the process of applying for new employment and it was brought to my attention that there is some inaccurate information reporting on my credit report.I received a copy of my credit report and to my surprise I saw all these inaccurate items that are not correct. By the way I hope that this does not hinder my ability to obtain employment due to this inaccurate information showing. I was advised by a legal friend of mine that under 15 US Code 1681a section 603 ( k ) ( b ) ( ii ) can be considered an adverse action. 

Therefore I want the following accounts to be updated to the correct amount, date, status, open and closed date, last date of activity and time. 
If you can not complete this request, please delete the accounts immediately. I have provided an exhibit of evidence showing the inaccuracies of my reports. 
Please investigate if every piece of information is correct. If not, please remove it from my credit report. 

1. 15 U.S. CODE 1692G - VALIDATION OF DEBTS XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXXXXXX  Please remove it from my credit report. 


2. there is some inaccurate information reporting XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Delete this account. 


3. 15 U.S. CODE 1692E 10 - FALSE OR MISLEADING REPRESENTATIONS XXXX Account Number : XXXX Delete this account. 


4. 15 U.S. CODE 1692G - VALIDATION OF DEBTS XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Please remove it from my credit report. 


5. there is some inaccurate information reporting XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Delete this account. 


6. 15 U.S. CODE 1692G - VALIDATION OF DEBTS XXXX Account Number : XXXX Please remove it from my credit report. 


7. 15 U.S. CODE 1692G - VALIDATION OF DEBTS XXXX Account Number : XXXX Please remove it from my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
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 2024-07-11 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
Date:XXXX  The Credit bereaus stated Account Name & Account XXXX was properly investigation but how is that possible if the open date is inaccurate, the date last active, and date last reported is not accurate. This ground for removal. They also violated my right under 15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : The law clearly states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions. 

I haven't given these accounts written permission to furnish these accounts on my credit report as well.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute the bankruptcy listed on my credit report. I have a letter from the court confirming that this bankruptcy should not be reported. Additionally, an unauthorized third party is involved, making this situation even more problematic.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I lodged a complaint with these Bureaus a month ago, but unfortunately, the inaccurate information on my report still remains. I haven't received any communication from the Bureaus, except for the notification that you sent stating that the company has responded to my complaint. How can I be certain that they have thoroughly checked the inaccuracies on my report? What methods did they employ to validate the accounts? This whole situation is incredibly frustrating! It's been more than 30 days since I filed a complaint with these Bureaus, and yet the disputed accounts have not been updated. If this continues, I will have no choice but to take legal action due to the immense stress this has caused me. Moreover, I am also concerned about the security of my personal data, as it was affected by the XXXX, XXXX, and Transunion data breach.

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 2024-07-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I lodged a complaint with these Bureaus a month ago, but unfortunately, the inaccurate information on my report still remains. I haven't received any communication from the Bureaus, except for the notification that you sent stating that the company has responded to my complaint. How can I be certain that they have thoroughly checked the inaccuracies on my report? What methods did they employ to validate the accounts? This whole situation is incredibly frustrating! It's been more than 30 days since I filed a complaint with these Bureaus, and yet the disputed accounts have not been updated. If this continues, I will have no choice but to take legal action due to the immense stress this has caused me. Moreover, I am also concerned about the security of my personal data, as it was affected by the Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX data breach.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information is missing that should be on the report
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
" I reviewed my consumer report and informed your agency on [ insert the date thats on the last letter ] about the items I disputed. Despite this, the issue remains unresolved in a manner that is fair and equitable to me as required by the FCRA. I sent a notice to your agency, including a FTC Identity Theft Report, and also filed a complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau CFPB. With this letter I have also included a FTC Affidavit to further substantiate my claim. 

Method of Verification Dispute Notice : Remove these Fraudulent Accounts, Inquiries & Inaccurate Personal Information. 

Your agency has clearly refused to follow the law and honor my previous request so I am requesting a reinvestigation and demanding your agency to explain your METHOD OF VERIFICATION in verifying these items, pursuant to the Fair Credit. ''

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 2024-07-11 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
Dear XXXXXXXX XXXX  Midland Credit Management, and CFPB, I am writing to address a matter concerning an alleged debt of {$530.00}, which I have no knowledge of and believe to be a result of fraudulent activity. Despite disputing this with the credit reporting agency, they have confirmed your assertion of its validity. 

I want to clarify that I have never engaged with your companies or the original creditor in any capacity, nor do I recognize any contractual obligations with them. The reporting inaccuracies surrounding this account constitute a violation of FCRA and FDCPA regulations. 

In an effort to resolve this amicably, I must insist on proof of this debt, specifically the alleged contract or agreement bearing my signature, as well as proof of your authority in this matter. Without such documentation, I demand the correction of any erroneous credit reports pertaining to this debt. 

Please provide the following information promptly : Evidence of your authorization under 15 USC 1692 ( e ) and 15 USC 1692 ( f ) for this alleged matter. 
Legal basis for your collection of information. 
Legal basis for your collection of this alleged debt. 
Evidence of your authorization to operate in this state. 
Proof of the alleged debt, including any contracts or instruments bearing my signature. 
Complete account history, including collection-related charges. 
I am also filing a formal complaint citing violations of my consumer rights under the FCRA and FDCPA. According to 15 U.S.C. 602 ( a ), I am entitled to privacy, and 15 U.S.C. 604 ( a ) ( 2 ) specifies that no account can be furnished without my written instructions. Therefore, I demand an immediate cessation of all communication and collection activities regarding this account. Furthermore, I request the deletion of this account from my credit report due to its unrecognized status and absence of contractual obligations. 

Your actions have infringed upon my rights under the following sections of the FDCPA : 1692d : Harassment or abuse in connection with debt collection.

1692e : Use of false, deceptive, or misleading representations.

1692g ( b ) : Failure to properly disclose my rights.

1692f : Use of unfair or unconscionable means to collect a debt.

I expect your prompt attention to this matter to prevent further escalation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-11 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: WI

Complaint narrative:
These inquiries need to be taken off. I have no knowledge about them, and the company acted without my authorization.

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 2024-07-11 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc.
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
Dear Comenity Bank, XXXX XXXX XXXX, and CFPB, I am writing to address a matter concerning an alleged debt of {$530.00}, which I have no knowledge of and believe to be a result of fraudulent activity. Despite disputing this with the credit reporting agency, they have confirmed your assertion of its validity. 

I want to clarify that I have never engaged with your companies or the original creditor in any capacity, nor do I recognize any contractual obligations with them. The reporting inaccuracies surrounding this account constitute a violation of FCRA and FDCPA regulations. 

In an effort to resolve this amicably, I must insist on proof of this debt, specifically the alleged contract or agreement bearing my signature, as well as proof of your authority in this matter. Without such documentation, I demand the correction of any erroneous credit reports pertaining to this debt. 

Please provide the following information promptly : Evidence of your authorization under 15 USC 1692 ( e ) and 15 USC 1692 ( f ) for this alleged matter.

Legal basis for your collection of information. 
Legal basis for your collection of this alleged debt. 
Evidence of your authorization to operate in this state. 
Proof of the alleged debt, including any contracts or instruments bearing my signature. 
Complete account history, including collection-related charges. 
I am also filing a formal complaint citing violations of my consumer rights under the FCRA and FDCPA. According to 15 U.S.C. 602 ( a ), I am entitled to privacy, and 15 U.S.C. 604 ( a ) ( 2 ) specifies that no account can be furnished without my written instructions. Therefore, I demand an immediate cessation of all communication and collection activities regarding this account. Furthermore, I request the deletion of this account from my credit report due to its unrecognized status and absence of contractual obligations. 

Your actions have infringed upon my rights under the following sections of the FDCPA : 1692d : Harassment or abuse in connection with debt collection.

1692e : Use of false, deceptive, or misleading representations.

1692g ( b ) : Failure to properly disclose my rights.

1692f : Use of unfair or unconscionable means to collect a debt. 
I expect your prompt attention to this matter to prevent further escalation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-07-11 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 RECENTLY PULLED A COPY OF MY CREDIT REPORT AND NOTICED ACCOUNTS BEING REPORTED THAT I HAVE NOT AUTHORIZED NOR HAVE ANY AFFILIATION WITH. I WAS INFORMED THAT MY PERSONAL INFORMATION WAS INVOLVED A IN BREACH AND WAS ADVISED TO CHECK MY CREDIT. I CONTACTED THE CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES VIA CERTIFIED MAIL ADVISING OF ACCOUNTS AND REQUESTING VERIFICATION. THESE ACCOUNTS ARE UNVERIFIABLE. 

I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY AND HAVE NOT GIVEN ANY WRITTEN PERMISSION FOR THIS INFORMATION TO BE FURNISHED TO MY PROFILE WHICH IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681B FURNISHING ACCOUNTS IN DIRECT RESULT OF IDENTITY THEFT IS IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681 C-2 I ALSO NOTICED ADDRESSES BEING REPORTED WHERE I NEVER RESIDED, AND REQUESTED THAT THEY BE REMOVED.

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