Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #5164051
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 5164051
Company: Erc
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt is not yours
State: New Jersey
ZIP Code: 08105
Date Received: 2022-01-29T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2022-01-29T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
Hi today is XX/XX/2022 and I received a notice from my credit report stating I have a new open account. I called the company and explained to them that, that was not my account. I had no clue what it was about they explained to me and they asked for me to provide my information to pull up the account but they could only pull it up with my name. The social security number they had on file didnt even match my social security number. Now they said they will flag that account as it isnt mine. I asked if they can remove it they said they cant. I tried my best to see if they would be able to provide me with an email at least stating its incorrect and they said they cant. Im in the process of closing for my first home and this may really affect me now. I currently dont owe any debt to anyone so now this popped up on my credit report. My credit will be ran again the day before closing and this one huge mistake will make me lose the house Ive been working so hard on purchasing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #5164051 about?
Complaint #5164051 was filed against Erc regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-01-29T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Erc 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 (Debt collection) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Erc?
Yes, visit the Erc company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/erc 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.