vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
Despite the multiple previous written requests, the unverified item listed below still remains on my credit report in violation of Federal Law. You are required under the FCRA to have a copy of the original creditor documentation on file to verify that this information is 100 % true, accurate & correct.

In the results of your first investigation and subsequent reinvestigation ( s ), you stated in writing that you verifiedthat this item is being reported correctly? Who verified this item? You have NOT provided me a copy of ANY original documentation ( a consumer contract with my signature on it ) as required under Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). Furthermore, you have failed to provide the method of verification as required under Section 611 ( a ) ( 7 ). Please be advised that under Section 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ) of the FCRA you are required to ... promptly CORRECT or DELETE all information which can not be verified.

Section 616 and Section 617 provide me with a remedy which Im about to seek. You are willful non-complying with the FCRA. 

Since you claim youve verified the item listed below I wanted to confirm my thoughts and contacted the company directly.

They did not provide me with any verifiable proof. So, my question comes up again, WHO VERIFIED THIS ITEM? I believe you have not verified this item based on Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & I will be seeking a legal remedy.Discharged 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
It appears that my credit file has been compromised. Again, I was going through my records & noticed many items which do not belong to me. Since Im a stickler for research, I found that under section 605b of the FCRA you are required by law to remove any items which are found to be opened due to identity theft. The dispute items do not belong to me. Im attaching the required FTC Report for you ( learned through more research both parties require ). Please remove these files. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$1700.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
It appears that my credit file has been compromised. Again, I was going through my records & noticed many items which do not belong to me. Since Im a stickler for research, I found that under section 605b of the FCRA you are required by law to remove any items which are found to be opened due to identity theft. The dispute items do not belong to me. Im attaching the required FTC Report for you ( learned through more research both parties require ). Please remove these files. 
XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$1400.00} XXXX XXXX  XXXX Balance : {$1200.00} XXXX XXXX Balance : {$1700.00}

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
I recently received a copy of my credit report, and I noticed some accounts on my consumer report that should not be on there. Please help me to validate the misreporting on my credit report and remove the inaccurate information found in my credit file.

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 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem when making payments — Problem during payment process
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
Paid XXXX on XX/XX/24 it was deposited on XX/XX/24 Account ending 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 monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 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: MN

Complaint narrative:
Ive been a victim of identity theft for several years now and I am currently taking the corrective steps to resolve the issue. There are over 17 plus inquiries that have been weighing down my credit, they were all dated between XXXX and XXXX and have been negatively effecting my credit score and reporting.

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 2024-08-14 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: MN

Complaint narrative:
Ive been a victim of identity theft for several years now and I am currently taking the corrective steps to resolve the issue. There are over 17 plus inquiries that have been weighing down my credit, they were all dated between XXXX and XXXX and have been negatively effecting my credit score and reporting.

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 2024-08-14 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
Despite the multiple previous written requests, the unverified item listed below still remains on my credit report in violation of Federal Law. You are required under the FCRA to have a copy of the original creditor documentation on file to verify that this information is 100 % true, accurate & correct.

In the results of your first investigation and subsequent reinvestigation ( s ), you stated in writing that you verifiedthat this item is being reported correctly? Who verified this item? You have NOT provided me a copy of ANY original documentation ( a consumer contract with my signature on it ) as required under Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). Furthermore, you have failed to provide the method of verification as required under Section 611 ( a ) ( 7 ). Please be advised that under Section 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ) of the FCRA you are required to ... promptly CORRECT or DELETE all information which can not be verified.

Section 616 and Section 617 provide me with a remedy which Im about to seek. You are willful non-complying with the FCRA.

Since you claim youve verified the item listed below I wanted to confirm my thoughts and contacted the company directly.

They did not provide me with any verifiable proof. So, my question comes up again, WHO VERIFIED THIS ITEM? I believe you have not verified this item based on Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) & I will be seeking a legal remedy.Bankruptcy XXXX  7-Discharged Filed on XX/XX/2017 Reference number : 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 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — Store credit card
Issue: Closing your account — Company closed your account
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I closed the credit card I was using. This caused my credit to be tainted for more than 10 years. I have no credit age.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
According to FCRA Section 605B ( a ) the CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES shall block any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt. XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX {$290.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$390.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balanced {$140.00} XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX {$460.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balanced {$1500.00} XXXX XXXX  XXXX Balanced : {$8700.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balanced {$1500.00} XXXX XX/XX/year>

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
According to FCRA Section 605B ( a ) the CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES shall block any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than XXXX business days after the date of receipt. XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX {$290.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$390.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balanced {$140.00} XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX {$460.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balanced {$1500.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX  XXXX Balanced : {$8700.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balanced {$1500.00} XXXX XX/XX/year>

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 2024-08-14 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the FCRA. The list of the accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentially under 15 USC 1681. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX. 
Date opend- XX/XX/year>. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX Account XXXX. 
XXXX XXXX. 
These disputed accounts has violated my federally protected rights. And according to the FCRA, whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report, they shall follow reasonable procedures to ensure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual whom the report relates according to 15USC 1681 ( e ) ( b ) .And according to 15USC 1681 ( I ) ( 5 ) Transunion are supposed to do this ( 5 ) .Treatment of inaccurate, or unverifiable information. 
Sincerely, 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
According to FCRA Section 605B ( a ) the CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES shall block any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than XXXX business days after the date of receipt. XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Balanced {$250.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$230.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$500.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$250.00} XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX {$160.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balanced {$160.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$320.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX Balanced {$0.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX {$620.00} XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
According to FCRA Section 605B ( a ) the CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES shall block any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt. XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Balanced {$250.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$230.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$500.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$250.00XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX Balanced {$160.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Balanced {$160.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$320.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX Balanced {$0.00} XXXX XXXX Balanced XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 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: FREEDOM FINANCIAL NETWORK
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I contacted XXXX ( Freedom Plus ) to inquiry about my request to get information on a possible loan. The system required me to call in to further request more information regarding my current situation. I spoke with an XXXX representative on the phone with me and my spouse looking for options. The representative did not disclosed to us in the process that we will have to do a hard pull on our credit nor did I sign or submit documentation of consent to this pull. The company verified my email. Nevertheless, the representative stated I would receive a call back because they were having problems with their system. I never received any communications on my what was done with my information. It was improperly used without consent.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: MO

Complaint narrative:
I Reviewed my account credit report, and I noticed fraudulent accounts on my credit report. Can you please remove these accounts, for they are affecting my ability to obtain credit. According to the fair credit reporting act, whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates according to 15 USC 1681 ( e ) ( b ).

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 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: Conn's, Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
The company lied on the application after the paper app that I filled out had my proper address thats been on my Florida license since 2013 and have personal proof that I have to live there this whole time. I have a XXXX XXXX XXXX and a XXXX veteran, Conns changed my address without my permission, to my ex girlfriend house so she could have a refrigerator that she was paying for with her card, because I never once swiped my card because I found out the card used has to be one that the refrigerator is going for automatic payment for zip code XXXX Ive never lived at that zip code, my zip code is XXXX and they reported I lived there on my credit report at XXXX with the address, that how I know they changed it and now I have having problems because they are reporting the address and bad credit that is hurting my credit when I already live on a fixed income and now they have. I tried to have a resolution and call the woman that has the refrigerator that was paying for it and called conns to have them pick up the thing because they were harassing me calling up to 10 times a day. When I called conns to pick up the refrigerator they said they couldnt is what I was told I could bring it in, how? If it a secured loan by the refrigerator than why wouldnt you go pick it up? Scammed by the store and XXXX they just wanted the sell and she wanted the refrigerator. The address on the agreement is not the address I gave them and they allow her to pay with her card and set up payment automatic draft. My credit is ruined and they have made it where I can attain the services that are required because my credit. Conns I guess their name should of told me! Im totally disappointed

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 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:
Improper use of my report. Fraudulent investigations.

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 2024-08-14 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
As per the guidance from Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) the document needed and a letter from an advocacy group helping me due to Human Trafficking debt bondage, which falls under trafficking according to Trafficking-Debt Final Rule 1002 142 ( b ) ( 4 ) -5-1002 142 ( b ) ( 7 ). I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within four business days pursuant to section 605C of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I am a victim of human trafficking of Debt Bondage and would like for all listed accounts to be blocked and deleted company information XXXX. Please delete the following accounts. see attachments

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Your efficiency and prompt attention to correcting some of the adverse information previously stated on my credit file is appreciated, yet there are still accounts that need to be addressed again and corrected immediately. The three credit bureaus must verify these accounts in accordance with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not acceptable to report these accounts as unconfirmed information without validating them within the legally required time range. Please update or remove the following inaccurate accounts in my report : XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$27.00}, XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year>

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-08-14 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Your efficiency and prompt attention to correcting some of the adverse information previously stated on my credit file is appreciated, yet there are still accounts that need to be addressed again and corrected immediately. The three credit bureaus must verify these accounts in accordance with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not acceptable to report these accounts as unconfirmed information without validating them within the legally required time range. Please update or remove the following inaccurate accounts in my report : XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$27.00}, XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year>

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 2024-08-14 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my profound disappointment, anger, and disbelief regarding your handling of the fraudulent accounts that has appeared on my credit report. Despite my numerous attempts to resolve this issue and my diligent submission of all required documentation, including the FTC Identity Theft Report, these fraudulent accounts remains unresolved, and my credit report continues to reflect inaccuracies that are severely impacting my financial standing and peace of mind. 
I brought this fraudulent account to your attention because I was assured that an investigation would be conducted, and the accounts would be removed if found to be fraudulent. Since then, I have written multiple letters and provided all necessary documents, including : A detailed explanation of the fraudulent accounts. The completed FTC Identity Theft Report. Copies of my identification documents. Any additional information requested by your office. Despite my compliance and the clear evidence presented, I am deeply frustrated to find that my efforts have been in vain. The accounts in question remain on my credit report, and I have not received any satisfactory resolution or clear communication regarding the status of your investigation. 
It is disheartening to experience such neglect and lack of responsiveness from an institution that plays a crucial role in safeguarding consumer financial information. The continued presence of these fraudulent accounts are not only unjust but also a severe breach of my rights as a consumer. I expect prompt and decisive action to rectify this situation. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX and 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 non-monetary relief