Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports -- Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem -- Complaint #5061650
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 5061650
Company: Capital One Financial Corporation
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem
Sub-Issue: Investigation took more than 30 days
State: Michigan
ZIP Code: 48239
Date Received: 2022-01-01T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2022-02-03T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
Estoppel of Silence If a creditor or collection agency fails to answer your validation letter you should send an Estoppel of Silence Letter XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, MI, XXXX XXXX Dear Capital One, This CFPB letter is to formally advise you that I believe your company has violated several of my consumer rights. Specifically you : - Failed to validate a debt at my requestFDCPA violation -Continued to report a disputed debt to the CRAFCRA violation Not only have you ignored my prior requests for validation of debt ( proof enclosed- receipt copies or letter copies ), but you continue to report this debt to the credit bureaus, causing damage to my character. This letter will again request that you follow the FDCPA and provide the following : Validation of Debt Request - Proof of your right to own/collect this alleged debt -Balance claimed including all fees, interest, and penalties -Contract bearing my personal signature As you may be aware, " Estoppel by Silence '' legally means that you had a duty to speak, but failed to do so. Therefore, that must mean you agree with me that this debt is false. I will use the Estoppel in my defense. I expect to receive proof requested above, within 15 days of this letter. Should you again ignore my request for validation of debt I reserve the right to sue your company for violations of my consumer rights as indicated under both the FDCPA and the FCRA. I may seek damages from you if warranted. Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, MI, XXXX
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #5061650 about?
Complaint #5061650 was filed against Capital One Financial Corporation regarding Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports specifically about Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-01-01T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Capital One Financial Corporation 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 Capital One Financial Corporation?
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Disclaimer
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