Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Improper use of your report -- Complaint #10481718
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 10481718
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report
Sub-Issue: Reporting company used your report improperly
State: Colorado
ZIP Code: 80020
Date Received: 2024-10-16T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2024-10-16T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
This company is engaging in securities fraud by unlawfully using my identity to extort me, and they have falsely reported a charge-off on my account. Under IRS regulations, specifically 26 U.S. Code 61 ( a ) ( 12 ), a charge-off or cancellation of debt ( COD ) is considered taxable income. The IRS requires that any forgiven debt over {$600.00} be reported as income using Form 1099-C, " Cancellation of Debt, '' unless certain exemptions apply. By misreporting this charge-off as merely a negative credit item without acknowledging the income implications, the company is violating both IRS tax reporting requirements and SEC regulations governing financial disclosures under Section 10 ( b ) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5, which prohibits fraudulent financial misrepresentations. Given these violations, the charge-off must be deleted from my credit report, as it inaccurately reflects the financial transaction and misrepresents taxable income.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #10481718 about?
Complaint #10481718 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports specifically about Improper use of your report. It was received by the CFPB on 2024-10-16T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Equifax, INC. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Equifax, INC.?
Yes, visit the Equifax, INC. company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/equifax-inc to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.
Disclaimer
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.