vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-10 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I understand the importance of removing any incorrect accounts from my credit report in accordance with FCRA 605B. Could you please take a look at the documents? I've observed that some of the listed accounts seem to be inaccurate, which is worrying to me.

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 2024-12-10 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: GA

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.

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: OR

Complaint narrative:
I discovered unauthorized bankruptcies on my consumer report that violate 15 U.S. Code 1681a ( 4 ), specifically regarding consumer privacy rights. As a victim of identity theft, these fraudulent entries represent a serious breach of my personal information, potentially rendering your organization criminally and civilly liable for improper disclosure.

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 2024-12-10 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am listing accounts below that have been reported inaccurately on my credit report. In compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and as a gesture of respect to the Federal Trade Commission Committee on accuracy and completeness of credit information I am formally writing in today to dispute negative information appearing on my credit. This incorrect information is greatly hindering me from getting the credit score I deserve and hopefully, this letter will resolve all the issues on my credit. I demand to see Verifiable Proof ( an original Consumer Contract with my Signature on it ) of the accounts listed below. Your failure to positively verify these accounts has hurt 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-10 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am listing accounts below that have been reported inaccurately on my credit report. In compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and as a gesture of respect to the Federal Trade Commission Committee on accuracy and completeness of credit information I am formally writing in today to dispute negative information appearing on my credit. This incorrect information is greatly hindering me from getting the credit score I deserve and hopefully, this letter will resolve all the issues on my credit. I demand to see Verifiable Proof ( an original Consumer Contract with my Signature on it ) of the accounts listed below. Your failure to positively verify these accounts has hurt 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 2024-12-10 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action — Threatened or suggested your credit would be damaged
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: MS

Complaint narrative:
It was written of an they still trying to get me to pay haven't received a1099 from an didn't allow the company to share my data information

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-10 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:
Please consider the attached letter as my formal dispute of these accounts under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). Enclosed are copies of my credit report highlighting the disputed accounts, along with any supporting documentation relevant to this matter. These accounts are negatively impacting my credit rating, and I am formally requesting verification of their validity and accuracy as detailed in the attached notice, pursuant to the FCRA, 15 U.S.C. 1681.

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 2024-12-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — Store credit card
Issue: Getting a credit card — Card opened without my consent or knowledge
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/year>, at XXXX XXXX I went to the cashier to pay for my items. After inserting my credit card into the machine, the monitor asked me to verify my information. I thought something was wrong with my card and that verification was required, so I entered my details. 
The monitor then displayed information resembling a credit card application. Confused, I asked the cashier what it was and told her I did not want to open a credit card. She replied, Its nothing, just accept it.

I noticed the monitor showed details about Synchrony, which matched the card I was using. I asked her again, Not for a new credit card, right? She smiled and shook her head. 

After finishing, no receipt came out. Instead, I was told to go to customer service. I asked her if something was wrong with my account, but she avoided my question and told me to verify my information with someone on the phone.

When I spoke to the representative, they mentioned an application I had submitted. I explained that I hadnt submitted any applicationI was just trying to pay for my purchase. Thats when I realized the cashier had lied to me and submitted the application without my knowledge or consent. 

I confronted her, and she claimed I had asked for {$30.00} off my transaction by opening a credit card. This was untrue, as she had never mentioned {$30.00} off until that point. 

Instead of apologizing, she told me, If you dont want the card, just call to cancel. 

I feel tricked and misled. I never consented to or wanted a credit card, and the cashier deliberately withheld information to push me into opening it.

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 2024-12-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Problem canceling credit monitoring or identify theft protection service
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
I contacted each of these banks, and they confirmed they can not assist in reaching out to the credit bureaus because these were applications that were never processed into accounts. Additionally, the applications are beyond their 30-day record retention period, so the banks no longer have any records of them. 
I have also filed a police report regarding this matter ( Report XXXX : XXXX ) to document these concerns. 
They took a loan on my name with another bureau like XXXX. I see a loan that they have taken. That is why I took the matter to the police station. I was trying to reach out to support to remove these inquiries because I was a victim of identity theft.

Inquiry from XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/year> : Multiple inquiries from this entity appear on the same day, All these are unauthorized. 


Inquiry from XXXX XXXX  on XX/XX/year> : I do not recognize this lender, and I did not authorize any hard inquiries from them. 


Inquiry from XXXX XXXX  on XX/XX/year> : I do not recognize this lender and did not authorize a hard inquiry. 


Inquiry from XXXX XXXX  on XX/XX/year> : I do not recognize this lender, and I did not authorize this inquiry.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-10 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the fair credit reporting act. Pursuant to 18 USC 8. the list of account below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentially under 15 USC 1681b 2. 

Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account name : XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account name : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX 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.

15U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section State : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information anu other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681S-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate ( B ) Reporting information after notice and confirmation of errors A person shall not furnish information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if ( i ) the person has been notified by the consumer, at the address specified by the person for such notices, that specific information is inaccurate ; and ( ii ) the information is, in fact, 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-10 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the fair credit reporting act. Pursuant to 18 USC 8. the list of account below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentially under 15 USC 1681b 2. 

Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account name : XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account name : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account name : XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX 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.

15U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section State : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information anu other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681S-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate ( B ) Reporting information after notice and confirmation of errors A person shall not furnish information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if ( i ) the person has been notified by the consumer, at the address specified by the person for such notices, that specific information is inaccurate ; and ( ii ) the information is, in fact, 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 2024-12-10 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: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
Recently upon checking my credit report I noticed that I have been a victim of identity theft and found numerous credit inquiries that I had no knowledge of. I received notification that my information was involved in a XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX. They stated that my personal information was accessed and downloaded from the banks database and a XXXX during periods in XXXX XXXX XX/XX/2024. According to Fair Credit reporting Act, Section 605B... It is illegal to report information on my credit report without my permission. Also Law 15 US Code 6802 states that no financial institutioin can share my non public information with a 3rd party entity. Please Remove this item from my credit report. I have once again enclosed the letter i received from XXXX XXXX  and trust and also a FTC 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-10 00:00:00
Product: Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan — Payday loan
Issue: Charged fees or interest you didn't expect — 
Company: Rosebud Economic Development Corporation
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I took the loan out with this company in the summer, month not recalled. I was planning on paying it back within a couple weeks, but ran into hardships. I also started a new job in which my pay day was opposite week than the withdrawal. I contacted the company several times in order to change pay days and also try and work out a settlement. Loan was {$1000.00} and already paid almost {$4000.00}. On XX/XX/XXXX I contacted them and asked them if they could provide a fair payoff quote and described the situation. The lady sent it up the chain. I received and email saying I could pay {$500.00}, not until XX/XX/XXXX. I asked if we could do {$300.00}. No response. The next day they emailed again XX/XX/XXXX saying now the balance is over {$1000.00} and payoff was only good until XX/XX/XXXX. But they didnt even contact me until XX/XX/XXXX, 10 days after the payoff quote. What? I have already paid a ton of interest on this and this predatory lender should be more reasonable than this. I want this balance completely wiped out at this point. 

Also they have XXXX  people working for them who dont understand a word of XXXX and almost impossible to get XXXX speaking person on phone.

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 2024-12-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
Kindly block and remove the unauthorized accounts from my credit report as soon as possible. I did not authorize or open these accounts and have no knowledge of their origins. Under USC 1681g, I request their removal within 15 days. Attached are the relevant documents for your review and reference.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-10 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
" The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence, which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system.

So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft.

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for each account listed without my expressed written consent. 

I looked at my consumer reports and noticed accounts I never gave anyone permission to report. Consumer reporting agencies have assumed a vital role and have a responsibility to report consumer information to the best of their ability with maximum possible accuracy like the Fair Credit Reporting Act clearly states. I did not provide written consent to report them "

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-10 00:00:00
Product: Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan — Title loan
Issue: Vehicle was damaged or destroyed the vehicle — 
Company: National Credit Adjusters, LLC
State: MS

Complaint narrative:
I only owe XXXX but they sent me a collection of XXXX XXXX  that I owe but I never even got a XXXX XXXX  from them

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-10 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
" I was shocked and devastated to see credit inquiries without my knowledge. I have reached out to the creditors to ask the following but they have FAILED to provide such.

Inquiry Details : Ask the creditor to provide specific details about the inquiry, such as the date it was made, the purpose of the inquiry and the type of credit product or service associated with the inquiry.

Application Documentation : Request copies of any credit applications or other documents related to the inquiry. This may include application forms, agreements, or disclosures that you would have completed or received when applying for credit.

Authorization Documentation : Ask the creditor to provide evidence of your authorization for the inquiry. This could include signed consent forms, agreements, or disclosures that demonstrate you provided permission for the creditor to access your credit report.

Communication Records : Request copies of any correspondence or communication between you and the creditor regarding the inquiry. This may include emails, letters, or notes documenting your interactions with the creditor.

Internal Records : Ask the creditor to provide internal records or notes related to the inquiry, including any decision-making processes or reasons for initiating the inquiry.

Identity Verification : If identity theft is a concern, request verification measures taken by the creditor to confirm your identity before initiating the inquiry. This may include verification of personal information or identity documents provided during the application process. 
Compliance Documentation : Inquire about the creditor 's compliance with relevant laws and regulations governing credit inquiries, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and Equal Credit Opportunity Act ( ECOA ). 
"

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 2024-12-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (FNIS)
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my deep frustration regarding your company 's mishandling of my credit report dispute. Since I discovered discrepancies in XXXX of this year upon returning from XXXX, where I buried my mother, I have taken every possible step to address this issue diligently. I initially submitted a dispute on XX/XX/XXXX, followed by additional supporting documents 15 days later after receiving notice that the original copies were of low quality. Despite complying promptly, I encountered complete silence on your part. Subsequently, I received a letter accusing me of employing a credit repair organization. To clarify, as I already stated in a follow-up letter, I personally sent all correspondence. Despite this clarification, I have yet to receive any resolution or meaningful response from your company. This ongoing neglect and mismanagement have caused me undue stress and raised serious concerns about your company 's commitment to consumer rights and compliance with the law. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i, credit reporting agencies are required to investigate disputes and respond within 30 days. Your failure to do so violates these requirements. Additionally, the Massachusetts Consumer Protection Act, M.G.L. c. 93A, prohibits unfair and deceptive practices, which I believe your actionsor lack thereofconstitute. Your personnel 's inability to communicate effectively in clear XXXX and the repeated delays and contradictions in your process are unacceptable. This lack of accountability not only hinders my efforts to resolve inaccuracies on my credit report but also erodes my trust in your institution 's integrity.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation