vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
i contacted equifax transunion and experian for my credit reports, there is alot of hard inquries on all my credit reports by companies i never heard of nor did i apply for any loans or services from all these companies on TransUnion, Equifax and Experian companies, i had filed several complaints but they refuse to do nothing in which i was recently denied for loan., my credit report and information on my credit reports was data breached in XXXX  social security number too.just finding this out, but i was in the hospital for XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX and i missed the deadline to file with the settlement administrator, all my personal information was breached on all my credit reports i am still recovering from a 6 hour operation i had XX/XX/XXXX XXXX i was in the hospital i have a XXXX and XXXX XXXX still helping me to heal and recover thru home visits 2 times a week.till this day. by law all credit reporting must remove all negative inquiries and company inquires within 30 days.please look into this as there are alot of mistakes of late payments as well i should only have 2 inquries on all my credit reports one is from rocket mortgage and thats 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 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Problem with product or service terms changing
Company: Nelnet, Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Formal Request for Student Loan Cancellation Due to FERPA, Privacy Act, and Data Security Violations To whom it may concen, I am writing to formally request the cancellation and discharge of my student loans serviced by Nelnet due to multiple violations of federal laws, including : The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ( FERPA ) The Privacy Act of 1974 The Higher Education Act Failure to Secure Student Data ( Data Security Breach or Mishandling ) Legal Violations & Supporting Evidence Unauthorized Disclosure of My Educational and Financial Information It has come to my attention that my personal educational and financial information has been improperly accessed by unauthorized third parties, including XXXX XXXX or affiliated entities. This unauthorized access constitutes a gross violation of my federal privacy rights and nullifies any enforceable loan agreements under federal law. 
FERPA Violation : The exposure of my educational records without my express written consent is a direct breach of FERPA, which mandates the protection of personally identifiable information. 
Failure to Protect Personally Identifiable Information ( PII ) Breach of Contract and Data Security Obligations : By failing to protect my sensitive information, NELNET has breached contractual terms and obligations, rendering these debts unenforceable. 
Nelnet failed to secure my sensitive information, leading to possible identity theft, fraudulent loans, or other financial harm. 
Negligence in Complying with Federal Regulations on Student Privacy Violation of the Privacy Act of 1974 : The mishandling and unauthorized disclosure of my personal information contravenes federal requirements that safeguard the privacy of individuals ' data managed by federal agencies and contractors. 
Breach of the Higher Education Act : The Higher Education Act requires servicers to maintain strict confidentiality and compliance in loan transfers. The transfer of my loan to NELNET and subsequent data breaches demonstrate clear negligence. 
These violations constitute a serious breach of federal law, affecting my financial security and legal rights. As a result, I demand the following actions : Requested Actions : Immediate Discharge of My Student Loans Complete Removal of all NELNET related entries from my credit report and any Related Negative Credit Reporting A Written Confirmation of Loan Cancellation Within 30 Days Failure to comply with this request will result in immediate action, including formal complaints to the U.S. Department of Education, the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), and my State Attorney Generals Office. If necessary, I will also pursue legal remedies. 
Please confirm receipt of this letter and provide a written response within 30 days. I expect a resolution of this matter promptly.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelles handling of disputes, particularly in light of the recent CFPB lawsuit highlighting significant issues with the platform. Despite using Zelle numerous times and reporting discrepancies, my financial institution and Zelle failed to investigate my claims adequately. They informed me that recovering lost funds was impossible and that tracking these transactions was infeasible. The CFPBs findings indicate that Zelle has not only neglected to protect consumers but has also allow repeat offenders to exploit the system, leaving users vulnerable to scam. This lack of accountability and transparency is unacceptable and raises serious concerns about consumer safety.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I was going through my credit file & realized that theres a security freeze on my credit file. I need to unfreeze my credit 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 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Unauthorized transactions or other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
When I have issues with my cash app I am not able to get to talk to a live person and my issues are never resolved

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
Despite my previous three written requests, the unverified items listed below still remain on my credit report in violation of Federal Law. In their responses to my dispute letters, they stated that they have verified the items listed as accurate but failed to send me copies of the documents used to verify these accounts, as per my request. 

Their failure to provide these documents indicates that they can not and did not verify any of the disputed accounts as claimed. Furthermore, their failure to delete the disputed accounts that they can not verify after three written requests demonstrates a willful disregard of Federal Law.

Please review the attached letter. Thank you for your assistance.

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 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelles handling of disputes. Especially surrounding the recent CFPB lawsuit highlighting significant issues with the platform. Despite using Zelle a numerous of occasions and reporting discrepancies, my financial institution as well as Zelle failed to investigate my claims adequately. They informed me that recovering lost funds and tracking these transactions was unfeasible. The CFPBs findings indicate that Zelle has not only neglected to protect customers but has also allowed repeat offenders to exploit the system, leaving users vulnerable to scams. This lack of accountability and transparency is unacceptable and raises serious concerns regarding consumer safety.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/XXXX I checked my credit report and noticed a charge - off from Heights Finance account number XXXX that was charged - off in XX/XX/XXXX that is continuing to show a charge - off status every month since, and I never received a 1099 - C from this account. According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX [ b ] - Maximum Possible Accuracy, and XXXX XXXX XXXX - XXXX g. With this account being charged- off and reporting every month since XX/XX/XXXX is an error, because a charge- off should be reported as income on my 1099-c not debt on my credit report.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 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:
On XX/XX/XXXX I checked my credit report and noticed a charge - off from Heights Finance account number XXXX that was charged - off in XX/XX/XXXX that is continuing to show a charge - off status every month since, and I never received a 1099 - C from this account. According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX [ b ] - Maximum Possible Accuracy, and XXXX XXXX XXXX - XXXX g. With this account being charged- off and reporting every month since XX/XX/XXXX is an error, because a charge- off should be reported as income on my 1099-c not debt on my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of XXXX. The information listed below, which appears on my credit report, is the result of that XXXX. 

XXXX  # XXXX XX/XX/2024 -- {$980.00}

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
Equifax has failed to fulfill its legal obligation under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of disputed information on my credit report, leaving inaccurate or unverifiable accounts unresolved. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) has recently filed a lawsuit against Equifax, alleging systemic issues such as failing to forward consumer-provided evidence to furnishers, accepting unreliable responses, and failing to adequately notify consumers of dispute outcomes. These failures align with my experience, where Equifax has neither corrected nor removed disputed items despite the evidence I provided, causing ongoing harm to my credit standing. I am requesting immediate corrective action to remove or amend the disputed accounts, as Equifax inaction violates federal law and my rights as a consumer.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: IN

Complaint narrative:
They are reported the spelling of my name along with old addresses.

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 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a compiaint against Equifax for failing to properly investigate my disputes regarding inaccuracies in my credit report. 
Despite my submissions, Equifax consistently responds within XXXX hours stating the account is accurate, without providing any evidence of a thorough investigation. 
This practice violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), XXXX5 U.S.C. 1681i, which mandates a reasonable investigation of disputes. Furthermore, Equifax 's actions may also contravene the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ), 12 U.S.C.

5536 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) - ( B ), as highlighted in the CFPB 's recent administrative proceeding

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute inaccurate hard inquiries and late payment records that appear on my credit report, which was generated on XX/XX/year>. These entries are not authorized, accurate, or properly verified as required under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically Sections 604 and 611, which govern permissible purposes for accessing credit and ensuring the accuracy of reported information.

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 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
The glaring absence of concrete evidence to support its reliability, combined with the dissemination of unverified information, represents a clear violation of the statutory requirements outlined in 15 USC 1681i ( 7 ). This lack of compliance is not only troubling but also deeply frustrating, given the critical importance of adhering to legal obligations. 

Therefore, I strongly advocate for the immediate removal of this account in accordance with the specified regulations, unless verifiable evidence is promptly provided to establish its authenticity. Any delay in addressing this issue exacerbates the frustration caused by the apparent disregard for regulatory protocols and the legal standards that ensure fairness and accuracy.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MO

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Equifax Information Services LLC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX  XXXX Dear Sir/Madam, Re : Dispute of Credit Report Information and Alleged Non-Compliance under Section 1681O of the Fair Credit Reporting Act I am writing to formally dispute the information listed on my credit report, which I believe is inaccurate and constitutes a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically Section 1681O. This section pertains to the responsibility of consumer reporting agencies to maintain accurate and complete information, and I believe there has been a negligent failure to comply with the reporting requirements in my case. Details of the Dispute : Hard Inquiries XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$1200.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX {$0.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: OR

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my growing frustration and disappointment with your bureau 's ongoing failure to address my concerns regarding the unauthorized inquiries on my credit report. This is now the multiple time I have reached out to you about this matter, and yet the inquiries remain unresolved, which reflects poorly on XXXX commitment to accuracy and consumer protection. Despite providing all necessary documentation to support my disputes, your lack of action is both disheartening and unacceptable. These inquiries were not authorized by me and should never have been allowed on my credit report in the first place. By failing to address this issue, Equifax is perpetuating harm to my creditworthiness and undermining my trust in your ability to manage sensitive consumer data. 
The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) requires credit bureaus to conduct thorough investigations into disputed items and ensure the accuracy of the information they report. However, your repeated inaction suggests a disregard for these obligations and for my rights as a consumer. 
I am demanding the following actions be taken immediately : 1. Removal of Unauthorized Inquiries : All inquiries I have previously disputed as unauthorized must be promptly removed from my credit file.

2. Written Explanation : Provide a detailed explanation of why these inquiries have not been addressed despite my repeated attempts to resolve the matter.

3. Implementation of Preventative Measures : Assure me that steps will be taken to prevent unauthorized inquiries from being reported on my credit file in the future.

This prolonged and unresolved issue has caused me unnecessary stress and frustration. If this matter is not resolved promptly, I will have no choice but to escalate my complaint to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) and other relevant authorities. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 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: Nelnet, Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
My personal and financial information was compromised without my authorization. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ( FERPA ) protects the confidentiality of student records. This breach is a clear violation of FERPA and your responsibility to safeguard my information. Given the severity of this breach and the resulting compromise of my personal and financial information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: IN

Complaint narrative:
They are reported the spelling of my name along with old addresses.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: IN

Complaint narrative:
They are reported the spelling of my name along with old addresses.

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 2025-02-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I have discovered inaccurate information on my credit report, and I am extremely frustrated that these has not been addressed. Under Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), the three credit bureaus are legally required to verify these accounts. It is completely unacceptable for unverified information to remain on my report without proper evidence, especially beyond the legally mandated timeframe. I demand an immediate investigation and correction of the errors related to the following accounts on my credit report. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Balance : {$54000.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00}

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 2025-02-10 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/XXXX I checked my credit report and noticed a charge - off from XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX account number XXXX that was charged - off in XX/XX/XXXX that is continuing to show a charge - off status every month since, and I never received a 1099 - C from this account. According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act 15 U.S.C. 1681- e [ b ] - Maximum Possible Accuracy, and 15 U.S.C . - 1681- g. With this account being charged- off and reporting every month since XX/XX/XXXX is an error, because a charge- off should be reported as income on my 1099-c not debt on my credit report.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief