Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Improper use of your report -- Complaint #11493555
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 11493555
Company: Experian Information Solutions 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: New York
ZIP Code: 12553
Date Received: 2025-01-12T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-01-12T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NY XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Experian XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX Dear XXXX XXXX, I am writing to formally dispute the reporting of the charge-off account associated with XXXX on my credit report. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( Reinvestigation of Disputed Information ), and 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( Responsibilities of Furnishers of Information ), I am entitled to request and receive complete and accurate documentation to verify the accuracy and legality of this accounts reporting. Additionally, under New York law, I am requesting proof of ownership of this debt. I would like to highlight several cases that affirm my right to dispute this information and request accurate reporting. In XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX the court emphasized the duty of credit reporting agencies and furnishers to ensure the accuracy of the information reported on consumers ' credit reports. Furthermore, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX. XXXX ) reinforces the requirement that furnishers conduct proper investigations into disputes and verify the accuracy of their reporting. To properly validate this account, I am requesting the following : 1. Authenticated Double-Entry Accounting Records I am requesting full double-entry accounting records for the account mentioned. This should include a detailed breakdown that shows how all transactions were debited and credited, ensuring compliance with standard accounting principles. Please note that I do not wish to receive a simple list of charges or statements. I expect authenticated evidence of the debt. The court ruling in XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ) held that mere conclusory statements from debt collectors or creditors do not satisfy the validation requirement. Only authenticated and verified documentation proving the validity of the debt is acceptable. 2. Authenticated Evidence Based on [ Your State ] Law In addition to the accounting records, I require authenticated evidence, in compliance with New York law ( specific code if available ), that you have the legal right to report and collect this debt. This includes original signed contracts or agreements that show my obligation to pay the debt and your legal right to enforce collection and report it to credit bureaus. Without this evidence, the continued reporting of this debt may constitute a violation of both federal and state consumer protection laws. In XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX. XXXX XXXX. XXXX ), the court held that creditors must produce original signed documentation to prove the validity of a debt. Failing to provide this evidence may result in a violation of both state and federal consumer protection laws. 3. 1099-C Form If this debt has been forgiven, canceled, or settled for less than the full balance, I am requesting a copy of the 1099-C form filed with the IRS, which is required if the amount of canceled debt exceeds {$600.00}. If you have not provided this documentation, the debt may be considered discharged, and it should no longer be reported as owed on my credit report. The IRS has clearly outlined the requirements for filing a 1099-C form under 26 U.S.C. 6050P, which applies when a debt of {$600.00} or more is discharged or forgiven. If you have failed to file this form, the continued reporting of this debt may be fraudulent. In the absence of the requested documentation and verifiable evidence, I request that you immediately delete this account from my credit report in compliance with the FCRA and New York law. Failure to do so will result in further action, including filing formal complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), pursuing legal remedies to enforce my rights, and submitting a Suspicious Activity Report ( SAR ) to the IRS for suspicion of fraud. The SAR ( FinCEN Form 111 ) will be filed if you continue reporting inaccurate and unverified information without providing the required documentation. Please respond within 30 days of receipt of this letter. I look forward to receiving the required documentation or confirmation that the account has been deleted. Thank you, XXXX XXXX. XXXX
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #11493555 about?
Complaint #11493555 was filed against Experian Information Solutions INC. regarding Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports specifically about Improper use of your report. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-01-12T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Experian Information Solutions INC. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
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