Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports -- Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem -- Complaint #6889336
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 6889336
Company: Equifax, INC.
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: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
State: Florida
ZIP Code: 33065
Date Received: 2023-04-25T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2023-04-25T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
Hello my name is XXXX XXXX and I am writing to file a formal complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) regarding the inaccurate negative information listed on my consumer report. As a consumer, I am protected by several laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Consumer Credit Protection Act ( CCPA ), which fall under Title XXXX of the United States Code. The FCRA requires that credit reporting agencies like your company provide accurate information to consumers and investigate any disputes related to the accuracy of the information contained in a consumer report. The XXXX further regulates the collection, reporting, and use of consumer credit information. After reviewing my credit report, I have identified several inaccuracies that are negatively affecting my credit score, including late payments, accounts in collections, and charged-off accounts that do not belong to me or have already been resolved. These inaccuracies violate the FCRA and the XXXX, which require that credit reporting agencies like your company provide accurate and complete information. Additionally, under XXXX XXXX of the FCRA, you are required to notify me when you provide negative information to a third party. However, I have not received any such notification from your company, which further violates my rights as a consumer under the FCRA. Moreover, the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( XXXX ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ), both of which are contained in Title XXXX of the United States Code, provide additional protections to consumers. The XXXX requires that consumers receive accurate and complete information about electronic fund transfers, including any fees or limitations, while the XXXX requires lenders to provide accurate and clear information about the costs and terms of credit. Therefore, I am requesting that you immediately investigate and correct the inaccurate information listed on my credit report, provide me with a notice of negative information under Section 605B of the FCRA, and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, including the XXXX and TILA. Failure to do so may result in further legal action and complaints to the CFPB. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #6889336 about?
Complaint #6889336 was filed against Equifax, INC. 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 2023-04-25T12:00:00-05:00.
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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