Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem -- Complaint #8172409
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 8172409
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem
Sub-Issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
State: Georgia
ZIP Code: 30144
Date Received: 2024-01-15T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2024-01-15T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention the persistent issues I have encountered regarding the late opening of my account and a charge off account with Credit Bureaus. Despite multiple attempts to rectify the situation, I have been met with ongoing challenges, and I am deeply dissatisfied with the level of service I have received. I initiated the process of opening an account with your company, and it has come to my attention that the account opening was significantly delayed. This delay has caused inconvenience and frustration, as I rely on timely access to the services provided by your company. I have made several attempts to address this matter by contacting your customer service department, but unfortunately, the issue remains unresolved. The lack of responsiveness and failure to provide a satisfactory resolution have only added to my dissatisfaction. I understand that errors can occur, and I am willing to cooperate in resolving this matter promptly. However, the repeated unsuccessful attempts to rectify the situation have led me to escalate this matter formally. I kindly request the following actions be taken to address this issue : A thorough investigation into the reasons behind the delay in opening my account and the several appearance of charge off account. A clear and concise explanation of the steps being taken to rectify the situation. Timely and effective communication throughout the resolution process. I expect a resolution to this matter within the specified timeframe from the date of receipt of this letter. If the issue persists without a satisfactory resolution, I may have no choice but to escalate this matter further, including filing a complaint with relevant regulatory authorities. I believe in your commitment to providing excellent service, and I trust that you will take this matter seriously. I appreciate your prompt attention to this issue and look forward to a swift resolution. I am asking for your assistance to correct these late open account and remove the charge off account in my credit file : XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$5100.00} Date Opened : XX/XX/2020 - You are reporting different information from other bureaus. Per FCRA, reporting must be 100 % accurate or the information must be updated. XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$0.00} - The limit to this account was a fraction of the amount due it as stated. That is utterly unfathomable! Had a proper investigation been conducted you would have seen the error and corrected it immediately. You failed to do your job ; you must now REMOVE THIS ITEM ALTOGETHER.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #8172409 about?
Complaint #8172409 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports specifically about Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem. It was received by the CFPB on 2024-01-15T12:00:00-05:00.
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 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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