Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports -- Improper use of your report -- Complaint #5330713
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 5330713
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report
Sub-Issue: Reporting company used your report improperly
State: Pennsylvania
ZIP Code: 19147
Date Received: 2022-03-16T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2022-03-16T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I am making this complaint on be half of my self an no other. I sent XXXX XXXX a cease and desist got notice that they received it XX/XX/22. I never received noticed that I could dispute this debt. XXXX XXXX is ruining my reputation and damaging my character.XXXX XXXX shared this alleged obligation with the consumer reporting agencies. I sent this company a cease and desist and they are still communicating with me through transunion. Pursuant to 15 USC 1681 ( a ) ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system. Due to this inaccuracy my reputation and character is being effected. Due to this inaccurate report I am unable to get a job. Now I can't obtain credit due to these companies tarnishing my reputation. I recently just got out of the hospital due to constant XXXX XXXX. My doctor prescribed me XXXX to deal with my XXXX. This person ( debt Collector ) infringed upon my right to privacy by having a conversation with a 3rd party about me while I wasn't aware. 15 USC 1681a ( 4 ) .The consumer reporting agency is sharing erroneous info without first consulting with me the consumer. They have no proof that this transaction took place. If so send me the contract that took place between me and XXXX XXXX stating we are doing business. They are impartial because they allowed information to be reported while only hearing one side of the story. 15 USC 1681 ( a ) ( b ) the consumer reporting agencies did not meet the needs of commerce because this was not fair or equitable.15 USC 1681a ( d ) ( 2 ) exclusions from a consumer report transaction between a consumer and person making the report. This is identity theft.XXXX XXXX stole my identity and shared my private information with these CRA 's. XXXX is now CIVILLY LIABLE or willful noncompliance pursuant to 15 USC 1681n ( a ).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #5330713 about?
Complaint #5330713 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports specifically about Improper use of your report. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-03-16T12:00:00-05:00.
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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