Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports -- Incorrect information on your report -- Complaint #4570954
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4570954
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-Issue: Account status incorrect
State: District of Columbia
ZIP Code: 20019
Date Received: 2021-07-24T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-07-24T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I have a collection for a utility that recently was added to my account. I have no idea what this collection is for so I disputed it. The dispute apparently came back as me owing the debt. I tried to call the phone number for the company listed as holding the collection account. The company name is XXXX XXXX. When I called the line it was some new company called XXXX and XXXX XXXX. They said they are located at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, Utah XXXX. The number I called was XXXX. When someone answered they said the company phone number had been changed and they are a new company offering me a {$100.00} voucher when I provide them some additional information. They said they would not give me the new number to find out about my debt unless I gave them this information. I said I did not want to sign up for anything and only wanted to speak with someone to find out more about my supposed debt. They kept saying the same thing over and over about how I had to give them my info and they would give me the new number after. When I threatened to call the consumer protection bureau she gave me a number and when I called it was a general XXXX info line. This account is being reported on my credit but I dont know what it is and there is no way for me to remedy or clear this from my credit report. It seems unconscionable and probably illegal to refuse to let someone even discuss a bill unless they sign up for more things.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4570954 about?
Complaint #4570954 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports specifically about Incorrect information on your report. It was received by the CFPB on 2021-07-24T12:00:00-05:00.
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, credit repair services, 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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