vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-27 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I hope you're doing well. I've run into a bit of a problem. While going through my credit report, I noticed some things that don't seem quite right, and it appears my identity have been stolen online. My nephew, who's studying computer science, helped me out by finding a way to check if my XXXX emails were involved in this breach. To my surprise, it turns out that 2 out of 3 of my emails contain a lot of my sensitive and personal information. I want to emphasize that I'm not the one behind these accounts. It would mean a lot to me if you could assist in removing the following from my credit report. Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about and take immediate actions.

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 2024-09-27 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:
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 account listed without my expressed written consent.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-27 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Telecommunications debt
Issue: Electronic communications — You told them to stop contacting you, but they keep trying
Company: CL Holdings LLC
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Jefferson Capital Systems XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, MN XXXX Per law, 15 USC 1692c ( c ), if a consumer notifies a debt collector that the consumers refuses to pay a debt the debt collector must cease all communications, this includes debt being reported to credit agencies. 

I have sent this company a cease and desist and the company has refused adhere to the federal guidelines by ignoring my request in my attempts to resolve this matter. The company has also been found to impose as a collection agency when it is listed that this company is not legally blinded and or insured to collect in the state of CA. Credit bureaus have all been notified as well and has refused to cease collection reporting for said accounts advised. 

Please have the company crease all collection activities as this is my final attempt to complain outside of court.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-27 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Per law, 15 USC 1692c ( c ), if a consumer notifies a debt collector that the consumers refuses to pay a debt the debt collector must cease all communications, this includes debt being reported to credit agencies. 

I have sent this company a cease and desist and the company has refused adhere to the federal guidelines by ignoring my request in my attempts to resolve this matter. The company has also been found to impose as a collection agency when it is listed that this company is not legally blinded and or insured to collect in the state of CA. Credit bureaus have all been notified as well and has refused to cease collection reporting for said accounts advised. 

Please have the company crease all collection activities as this is my final attempt to complain outside of court.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally request the removal of certain adverse credit information from my credit report. As a victim of XXXX XXXX, specifically debt XXXXwhich falls under XXXX as defined by the XXXX-Debt Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) -5 and 1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ) I have incurred debts that are a direct result of this criminal activity.Per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau XXXX CFPB ), I am providing a picture ID, a bill, and a letter from an advocacy group helping me due to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXXAccording to Section 605C of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), credit reporting agencies are required to block and remove any adverse information resulting from XXXX XXXX  within four business days upon receipt of sufficient documentation. Furthermore, 12 C.F.R. 1022.142 mandates the immediate removal of such information. I have provided all necessary documentation, including a victim determination letter in accordance with 12 C.F.R. 1022.142 ( b ) ( 6 ). As only two forms of documentation are required by law, I trust that the enclosed materials suffice for this request. I also request the immediate removal of any negative accounts linked to my credit profile, written confirmation of these actions, and assurance that the negative information will not reappear on my credit report in the future that resulted from 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 2024-09-27 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action — Sued you without properly notifying you of lawsuit
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year> I arrived home to a notice stating I was being sued for an unpaid debt to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. However, this is my first time receiving any information about the alleged debt due. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX failed to notify me prior to taking any legal action as well as failed to serve me properly.

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 2024-09-27 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Telecommunications debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: I.C. System, Inc.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
I recently checked my credit report and saw that IC SYSTEMS , INC is reporting a debt on my credit report and I never was notified of this debt

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 2024-09-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally request the removal of certain adverse credit information from my credit report. As a victim of human trafficking, specifically debt bondagewhich falls under trafficking as defined by the Trafficking-Debt Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) -5 and 1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ) I have incurred debts that are a direct result of this criminal activity.Per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), I am providing a picture ID, a bill, and a letter from an advocacy group helping me due to XXXX  Trafficking debt bondage.According to Section 605C of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), credit reporting agencies are required to block and remove any adverse information resulting from XXXX  trafficking within four business days upon receipt of sufficient documentation. Furthermore, 12 C.F.R. 1022.142 mandates the immediate removal of such information. I have provided all necessary documentation, including a victim determination letter in accordance with 12 C.F.R. 1022.142 ( b ) ( 6 ). As only two forms of documentation are required by law, I trust that the enclosed materials suffice for this request. I also request the immediate removal of any negative accounts linked to my credit profile, written confirmation of these actions, and assurance that the negative information will not reappear on my credit report in the future that resulted from XXXX trafficking.

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 2024-09-27 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: ALLY FINANCIAL INC.
State: MO

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/XXXX Ally Financial Subject : Request for Debt Validation Dear Ally Financial ( or unsure if the debt has been sold to another agency ), I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to formally request validation of the debt you claim I owe, which I believe was originally with Ally Financial. Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I am entitled to request proof of the validity of this debt. 

Debt Details : Date of Debt Origination : XX/XX/XXXX Amount of Debt : {$6300.00} Current Creditor : I understand that this debt may have been sold or transferred from Ally Financial to your agency. 

Unfortunately, I do not have copies of previous correspondence regarding this debt ; however, upon reviewing my credit report, I believe this account is being reported incorrectly. 

To clarify the situation, I kindly request the following : Documentation proving that I am legally responsible for this debt. 
Confirmation that your agency currently owns the debt and that Ally Financial no longer holds it. 

The name of the original creditor. 
Any additional pertinent information regarding the debt. 

Until I receive this information, I respectfully request that all collection activities be suspended. If you are unable to provide the requested validation, I expect this debt to be removed from my records. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your timely response. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-27 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — Conventional home mortgage
Issue: Trouble during payment process — Private mortgage insurance (PMI)
Company: Shellpoint Partners, LLC
State: HI

Complaint narrative:
PMI Removal. I worked directly though my lender ( NewRez ) and paid their appraiser for a broker price opinion ( BPO ) on XX/XX/year>. The appraisal was performed on XX/XX/year>. XXXX says LTV is at 76 % meeting the required guidelines. Lender refuses to drop the PMI. 

Requests to Cancel PMI have been filed on XX/XX/year>, XX/XX/year>, XX/XX/year> and XX/XX/year>. 
Lender agrees with XXXX passement and LTV but NO one I can reach has the ability to fix this and remove the PMI.

I have been following up with the Lender and keep getting the run around with no accountability or means for follow-up.

Please help

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 2024-09-27 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: First Help Financial, LLC
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Someone tried to use my credit without my permission. No I have unauthorized inquires on my credit.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-27 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: 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. 

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 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 2024-09-27 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
I want to stress that I did not give written permission for these specific transactions to be included in my consumer report. At no point did I authorize these entries, and their presence on my report is unwarranted. Consequently, I am formally requesting that these accounts be blocked and removed from my report immediately. 

It is important to clarify that this request is not due to any error or negligence on my part. There has been no oversight or misunderstanding on my end. Instead, this issue arises solely from the fact that I did not explicitly authorize the inclusion of these transactions in my report. I am diligent about maintaining the accuracy and privacy of my financial records, and these unauthorized entries compromise that integrity. 

I trust that you will handle this matter with the urgency and seriousness it deserves. Please confirm the removal of these transactions from my report as soon as possible. Thank you for your prompt attention to this issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I am a Victim of XXXX XXXX My advisor at XXXX informed me to contact Transunion and let them know so they can remove the fraudulent accounts that occurred as a result of XXXXXXXX XXXX however, Transunion never removed the accounts which go against my FCRA rights as a XXXXXXXX XXXX Victim. 

When I called them, they were disgustingly bias against me since I am a male victim which is disheartening. No one knows what I have been through and what I have survived. When I was there, there were plenty other male survivors as well. 

To come back into the real world and be judged because im a male as if I chose this life is very saddening However, please assist with getting my case escalated to XXXX, please. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Nj XXXX is my address not XXXX XXXX XXXX so please correct that. 

Thank you so much for your support

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 2024-09-27 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
Recently, i did an investigation on my credit report and found several items on there to be inaccurate. 

Under 15 U.S. Code 1681 e ( b ) Accuracy of report whenever a consumer reporting agenvy prepares a consumer report, it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure the maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates.

16 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) in general if, after any reinvestigation under paragraph ( 1 ) of any information dispute by a consumer, an item of the information is found to be inaccurate or incomplete or can not be verified, the consumer reporting agency shallj ) promptly delete that item of information from the file of the consumer, or modify that item of information, as appropriate, based on the results of the reinvestigation : and ii ) promptly notify the furnisher of that information that the information has been modified or deleted from the file of the consumer. 

Please remove the following items from my credit report, immediately : Accounts XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX this account is being reported inaccurately, please remove this from my credit report immediately XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX this account is being reported inaccurately, please remove this from my credit report immediately XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX this account is being reported inaccurately, please remove this from my credit report immediately XXXX. XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX this account is being reported inaccurately, please remove this from my credit report immediately XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX this account is being reported inaccurately, please remove this from my credit report immediately

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 2024-09-27 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: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
Company that I dont know pulling my score hurting my credit. Serious inquiries on my credit file that was not asked.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-27 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
Called and was stated to file complaint with FTC. Fraudulent Inquiries 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 2024-09-27 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-09-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I recently took a close look at my credit report and was shocked to find multiple items that are incorrect, unverifiable, and seem highly questionable. These errors have caused me a lot of stress, and its clear that your agency hasnt done enough to ensure that the information being reported is completely accurate, which is required by law.

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 2024-09-27 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I contacted Experian in XX/XX/XXXX to ask that XXXX inaccurate Bankruptcy filings be removed from my report. They responded that they verified these items for the XXXX XXXX XXXX in XXXX XXXX. 


Reference XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Reference XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, I contacted the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and they stated that they did not report this inaccurate information to anyone. It is stated on the Courts website Credit Report and Court Records The U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California does not report information to any credit reporting agency. The Court does not have any control or jurisdiction over credit reporting agencies. 

This violated my rights According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act 15 USC S 1681 I demand that this inaccurate reporting be removed immediately.

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 2024-09-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: IL

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 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 2024-09-27 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I recently noticed that your company pulled up my credit, and there are inquiries listed that I dont recognize. This is really stressing me out because I didnt authorize these, and now its messing with my credit score.

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