Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Improper use of your report -- Complaint #10915436
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 10915436
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: Tennessee
ZIP Code: 38128
Date Received: 2024-11-24T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2024-11-24T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Subject : Formal Dispute and Request for Account Removal Pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1692c ( c ) Dear XXXX XXXX XXXX Representative, I am writing to formally dispute the information related to my account with XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, as it is currently being reported inaccurately. The account details are as follows : Account Name : XXXX XXXX Account XXXX Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1692c ( c ), I am asserting my rights and requesting the cessation of all reporting of this account on my credit report. The FDCPA mandates that upon receiving notice from a consumer to cease communication regarding a disputed debt, the reporting entity must comply with such a request unless the debt is validated, or necessary legal notices are provided. I have reason to believe that the reported account is inaccurate or incomplete, and I am invoking my rights under this law to have this account reviewed, validated, and subsequently removed from my credit report. To assist in this process, I request the following : Validation of the debt, including proof that this account is accurate and enforceable. Removal of this account from my credit report if validation can not be provided or if it has been resolved in full. To expedite this resolution, I have attached the following documents for your reference : A copy of my identification ( drivers license or government-issued ID ). A copy of any correspondence or documentation related to this account ( if applicable ). I request that your office investigate this matter promptly and provide a response in writing within 30 days, as required by law. Should your office fail to validate the account or comply with this request, I will have no choice but to escalate this matter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) or pursue further legal remedies. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. Please provide confirmation once the account has been removed from my credit report or validated to my satisfaction. Should you require additional information, I can be reached at [ Your Phone Number ] or [ Your Email Address ]. Sincerely, XXXX XXXX
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #10915436 about?
Complaint #10915436 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 2024-11-24T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Equifax, INC. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with non-monetary relief". 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.?
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Disclaimer
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