EQUIFAX, INC.


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"Products" offered by EQUIFAX, INC. with at least one, but usually more complaints:

Bank account or service - Checking account
Bank account or service - Other bank product/service
Checking or savings account -
Checking or savings account - CD (Certificate of Deposit)
Checking or savings account - Checking account
Checking or savings account - Other banking product or service
Checking or savings account - Savings account
Consumer Loan - Installment loan
Consumer Loan - Personal line of credit
Consumer Loan - Vehicle lease
Consumer Loan - Vehicle loan
Credit card -
Credit card - General-purpose credit card or charge card
Credit card - Store credit card
Credit card or prepaid card - General-purpose credit card or charge card
Credit card or prepaid card - General-purpose prepaid card
Credit card or prepaid card - Gift card
Credit card or prepaid card - Government benefit card
Credit card or prepaid card - Store credit card
Credit reporting -
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Other personal consumer report
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit repair services
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Other personal consumer report
Debt collection - Auto
Debt collection - Auto debt
Debt collection - Credit card
Debt collection - Credit card debt
Debt collection - Federal student loan
Debt collection - Federal student loan debt
Debt collection - I do not know
Debt collection - Medical
Debt collection - Medical debt
Debt collection - Mortgage
Debt collection - Mortgage debt
Debt collection - Non-federal student loan
Debt collection - Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)
Debt collection - Other debt
Debt collection - Payday loan debt
Debt collection - Private student loan debt
Debt collection - Rental debt
Debt collection - Telecommunications debt
Debt or credit management - Credit repair services
Debt or credit management - Debt settlement
Debt or credit management - Mortgage modification or foreclosure avoid
Debt or credit management - Student loan debt relief
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Debt settlement
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Domestic (US) money transfer
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Foreign currency exchange
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Mobile or digital wallet
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Money order
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Money order, traveler's check or cashier's
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Refund anticipation check
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Traveler's check or cashier's check
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Virtual currency
Mortgage - Conventional adjustable mortgage (ARM)
Mortgage - Conventional fixed mortgage
Mortgage - Conventional home mortgage
Mortgage - FHA mortgage
Mortgage - Home equity loan or line of credit
Mortgage - Home equity loan or line of credit (HELOC)
Mortgage - Other mortgage
Mortgage - Other type of mortgage
Mortgage - Reverse mortgage
Mortgage - VA mortgage
Other financial service - Refund anticipation check
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan -
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan - Installment loan
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan - Payday loan
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan - Personal line of credit
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan - Title loan
Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan - Installment loan
Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan - Other advances of future income
Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan - Payday loan
Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan - Personal line of credit
Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan - Title loan
Prepaid card - Gift or merchant card
Student loan - Federal student loan servicing
Student loan - Non-federal student loan
Student loan - Private student loan
Vehicle loan or lease - Lease
Vehicle loan or lease - Loan
Vehicle loan or lease - Title loan

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Complaint ID: 8063105

Date Received: 2023-12-28

Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem

Subissue: Was not notified of investigation status or results

Consumer Complaint: To my knowledge, I have not signed any documents authorizing your organization to view my credit history. Therefore, your inquiry into my credit report violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Section 1681b ( a ) : Permissible Purposes of Consumer Reports as well as Section 1681b ( c ) : Transactions Not Initiated by Consumer. If you are in possession of any documentation bearing my signature that you believe authorizes you or your organization to make inquiries into my credit report, I respectfully request a copy be sent to my address listed above. For the sake of clarity, I will not accept any documentation that does not bear my signature authorizing you to make an inquiry into my credit file. Otherwise, anyone having stolen my identity could be behind this unauthorized inquiry. And YOU would be in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Company Response:

State: IL

Zip: 60426

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-28

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8063069

Date Received: 2023-12-28

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Report provided to employer without your written authorization

Consumer Complaint: That on XX/XX/2023 I sent a written notice to XXXX XXXX opting out of credit reporting. XXXX has yet to respond to my demand.

Company Response:

State: MD

Zip: 20646

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-28

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8063044

Date Received: 2023-12-28

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Information belongs to someone else

Consumer Complaint: Kindly investigate my claim in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. If you find any unauthorized inquiries, please remove them as quickly as possible and send me a copy of my new, accurate credit report. EQUIFAX MORT XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX EQUIFAX MORTGAGE SOLUT XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company Response:

State: IN

Zip: 46214

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-28

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8063004

Date Received: 2023-12-28

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Information belongs to someone else

Consumer Complaint: XXXX submitting a complaint to you today to inform you I was the victim of identity theft. I researched how to remove the fraudulent inquiries in my report and found that I need to visit the FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION or https : //www.ftc.gov to file a report Per FCRA section 605b Credit Reporting Agencies are required to remove/block any inquiries listed on an ID theft report. Please find the ATTACHED documents to assist in the blocking of the erroneous information that is being posted to my report. Here is the list of inquiries that do not belong to me or were opened without my permission. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX According to FCRA Section 605B ( a ), the CREDIT REPORTING AGENCIES shall block any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from alleged identity theft, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt.

Company Response:

State: FL

Zip: 33703

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-28

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8062996

Date Received: 2023-12-28

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Consumer Complaint: I am reaching out to address my concerns regarding the treatment of my private information by Equifax, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, both identified as consumer reporting agencies under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 USC 1681 section 602a ). Per 15 USC 6801, financial institutions, including those providing information to credit agencies, are obligated to consistently respect the privacy of their customers and safeguard the confidentiality of nonpublic personal information. I believe that ( Furnisher of information to credit agencies ), classified as a financial institution, falls under this obligation. However, I have not provided written consent for the disclosure of my information to Equifax and XXXX, and I wish to make it clear that any prior consent, whether verbal, non-verbal, written, implied, or otherwise, is hereby revoked effective immediately and indefinitely. As a consumer, I am entitled to ensure that my personal information is handled with fairness, impartiality, and a commitment to privacy, as mandated by the mentioned section. Referring to 15 USC 1681 section 604a ( 2 ), it is specified that a consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report only in accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. I have not given written consent for the disclosure of my information to these consumer reporting agencies. I have also been violated by XXXX XXXX XXXX per my report which shows all banking history which is a violation in my banking terms agreement they had made with me. This is a violation of my privacy via the Privacy Act of 1974. Additionally, in accordance with 15 USC 6802 ( b ) ( c ), a financial institution is prohibited from disclosing nonpublic personal information to non affiliated third parties unless the consumer is informed of their right to exercise the nondisclosure option. I have not been informed of this right by ( Furnisher of information to credit agencies ). Furthermore, 15 USC 1681C ( a ) ( 5 ) prohibits consumer reporting agencies from including adverse information in a consumer report without authorization. The reporting of adverse information without my permission is a violation of this provision. According to 15 U.S. Code 1681s2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A, a person is not allowed to furnish inaccurate information to a consumer reporting agency. Equifax and XXXX must ensure the accuracy of the information they receive, and I have reason to believe that inaccuracies exist. Lastly, in accordance with 12 CFR 1016.7, I am opting out of your reporting services at this time. I expect a thorough investigation into these matters and a resolution that ensures compliance with the relevant statutes.

Company Response:

State: VA

Zip: 23860

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-28

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8062979

Date Received: 2023-12-28

Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem

Subissue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Consumer Complaint: This is one of several times I've discovered that my credit report had inaccurate information. The three credit bureaus must verify these items in accordance with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not acceptable to report these items as unconfirmed information without validating them within the legally required time range. The following false information on my credit report has to be investigated, amended, or completely resolved : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company Response:

State: IN

Zip: 46214

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-28

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8062957

Date Received: 2023-12-28

Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem

Subissue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report

Consumer Complaint: I recently submitted a request for an investigation of the disputed accounts, Since I believed Credit Bureaus didnt properly investigate my dispute. Credit Bureau 's records show that it was incorrect. Since the CREDIT BUREAU 's investigation was done improperly, XXXX Credit Bureaus must update or get rid of the following accounts from my file. JXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company Response:

State: FL

Zip: 33189

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-28

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8062912

Date Received: 2023-12-28

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Information belongs to someone else

Consumer Complaint: I'm sending this to let you know that the following companies have unapproved inquiries on my credit report. Below are the names of the companies and the dates on which I acquired the inquiries. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company Response:

State: FL

Zip: 33603

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-28

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8062898

Date Received: 2023-12-28

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Information belongs to someone else

Consumer Complaint: I value your help to REMOVED a portion of the data in my credit file that came about because of FRAUD yet I have an item passed on that should be taken out or blocked. Per FCRA segment 605, you are expected to eliminate any records recorded on an ID THEFT REPORT. I've proactively remembered this report for a past letter and I am including it once more. I've educated my lawyer regarding my aims and they are eager to consider you responsible for your tenacious rebelliousness. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company Response:

State: NY

Zip: 10550

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-28

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8062871

Date Received: 2023-12-28

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Consumer Complaint: I sent registered mail to all three bureaus requesting as the consumer for collection accounts to be deleted off of my credit report. Under and according to 15 U.S. Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports Subject to subsection ( c ), any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : ( 1 ) In response to the order of a court having jurisdiction to issue such an order, a subpoena issued in connection with proceedings before a Federal grand jury, or a subpoena issued in accordance with section 5318 of title 31 or section 3486 of title 18. ( 2 ) In accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. So as the consumer as stated in section ( 2 ) I am giving and have given you written instructions to delete the accounts that are in collection Account status that are on my consumer report that are being furnished by all three bureaus. This has caused severe harm to me as a consumer and per violation as stated is up to 1k in fines so please delete the items listed above that are in collection status. I am not asking you to verify any of the accounts listed I have opted out of all companies that are listed in collection status from them furnishing you information so please dont say you have verified the information because thats not what I am asking as stated in section 2 I have given written notice to delete the accounts furnished on my consumer report.

Company Response:

State: PA

Zip: 173XX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-28

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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