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: 8058540

Date Received: 2023-12-26

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Account status incorrect

Consumer Complaint: The situation at hand is causing me considerable XXXX and affecting my XXXX quality. I find it hard to come to terms with the issue. I urge you to rectify my account without delay.

Company Response:

State: NJ

Zip: 07731

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-26

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8058539

Date Received: 2023-12-26

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Information belongs to someone else

Consumer Complaint: Kindly delete this incorrect account from my credit report. I never gave permission for its creation or use. I've attached the necessary documents to substantiate my claim.

Company Response:

State: NJ

Zip: 07731

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-26

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8058538

Date Received: 2023-12-26

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize

Consumer Complaint: XXXX XXXX XXXX - XXXX I was never late on this account- Please check status on this account the past due information is wrong XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX I was never late on this account- Please check status on this account the past due information is wrong XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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: 338XX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-26

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8058530

Date Received: 2023-12-27

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Consumer Complaint: My information was sold and bought illegally because I was a victim of the Equifax data breach. I want these items Deleted from my credit reports, effective immediately. I am attaching proof that Equifax has done nothing. Please help me delete these illegal accounts from my credit reports.

Company Response:

State: CA

Zip: XXXXX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-27

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8058483

Date Received: 2023-12-27

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 received a copy of my credit report and noticed that I had an account reporting that I did not give authorization to. XXXX XXXX is reporting that I owe them a debt. I can assure you I have never heard about XXXX XXXX, have for sure never signed any contract with XXXX XXXX to put my into debt with that company. I asked for proof of a contract I made with them regarding this debt and was provided none. I need this account removed asap or I will be filing a identity theft report.

Company Response:

State: IL

Zip: 62521

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-27

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8058476

Date Received: 2023-12-27

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Consumer Complaint: XXXX XXXX acct # XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 15USC 1681 sec 602 I have right to privacy15USC sec 604 states a consumer report agency may not furnish an account without written consent. 15USC 1681 ( a ) ( 5 ) no consumer reporting agency make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than 7 years please move this account

Company Response:

State: TX

Zip: 77072

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-27

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8058464

Date Received: 2023-12-27

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Account status incorrect

Consumer Complaint: Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, I am filing a detailed complaint against XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX for a series of unethical practices, targeted retaliation, and false reporting that have significantly impacted my financial standing. 1. Inaccurate Reporting of Payment History and Targeted Retaliation : XXXX inaccurately reported my account, ending in XXXX, as XXXX days past due. This misinformation appears to be linked to the combination of a XXXX loan with a credit card, resulting in complex challenges in resolving this matter. The closure of my accounts and other punitive actions taken by XXXX directly correlate with my dispute, indicating targeted retaliation. 2. Mismanagement of Payments, Unauthorized Transaction, and Late Fees : Despite submitting an additional payment of {$8300.00} on XX/XX/2023, with the intention of paying off my loan, XXXX neglected to apply this payment, incurring unnecessary interest and charges. On XX/XX/XXXX, I paid {$1300.00}, and XXXX responded with an unauthorized transaction attempt of {$7000.00}, seemingly in retaliation for retracting an optional loan purchase. Even while adhering to a payment plan, XXXX charged late fees, contradicting the agreed-upon arrangement. 3. Fallacious Reporting, Arbitrary Credit Limit Reduction, and Confusing Inconsistencies within XXXX System : On XX/XX/XXXX, despite making the agreed-upon minimum payment of {$310.00}, XXXX imposed a late fee based on false reporting. Additionally, XXXX arbitrarily reduced my credit card limit, distorting the appearance of my payments and negatively impacting my credit score. The credit card system displays confusing inconsistencies, particularly regarding unclear minimum payments, and support team members struggle to provide coherent explanations. Enclosed with this complaint, Ive provided relevant payment receipts, illustrating my consistent efforts to meet financial obligations despite the challenges posed by XXXX system. Given the severity and multiplicity of these issues, I urgently request the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to conduct a thorough investigation. It is my sincere hope that the Bureau holds XXXX accountable for these actions, ensuring fair and ethical practices are maintained. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and anticipate a comprehensive examination of the facts.

Company Response:

State: IL

Zip: 606XX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-27

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8058455

Date Received: 2023-12-27

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Account information incorrect

Consumer Complaint: Over the course of several months, I have sent multiple letters to XXXX, XXXX, and Equifax, highlighting the specific instances of non-compliance with the Metro 2 Compliance Standard. Despite my efforts to bring these issues to their attention, the credit reporting agencies have failed to address the clear violations and inaccuracies present on my credit report. Their lack of action is not only a violation of the Metro 2 Compliance Standard but also a breach of the FDCPA and FCRA. A recent re-investigation conducted on XX/XX/XXXX to dispute XXXX XXXX, Account # XXXX, XXXX and XXXX, my credit report still reflects the status date or date last reported as XX/XX/XXXX, while the investigation was allegedly ongoing. This glaring disparity strongly suggests that XXXX, Equifax and XXXX 's investigation was either incomplete, negligently conducted, or conducted with a complete disregard for accuracy and compliance with the FCRA. This discrepancy not only calls into question the thoroughness of the investigation conducted by XXXX, XXXX and Equifax but also potentially violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically Section 611 ( a ) ( 7 ). A letter DATED on XX/XX/XXXX disputed an account XXXX XXXX, Account # XXXX is an unfair and inaccurate item reporting to my credit report that is violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). A letter DATED on XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) are being reported inaccurately, with a high limit balance that is lower than the actual balance owed. This error violates my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). According to both the FCRA and the FDCPA, it is strictly prohibited for a collection agency to report a balance on a transferred or sold account. It is evident from my credit report that XXXX XXXX XXXX is in violation of this crucial provision. A letter was DATED on XX/XX/XXXX in regards to inexcusable METRO 2 COMPLIANCE ERRORS for : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX The following fields : consumer account number, portfolio type, account type, and account status ( BSCF7, BSCF8, BSCF9, BSCF17A ) are all questionable. The ECOA code is missing ( BSCF37 ), and there are numerous deceptive and inconsistent data entries ( BSCF10, BSCF24 ), along with questionable and missing details ( BSCF12, BSCF21, BSCF13 ). In a recent letter DATED XX/XX/XXXX to AGAIN dispute the inaccuracy of these reported accounts also listed : XXXX XXXX XXXX : Amounts : {$500.00}, {$1800.00}, {$1100.00}, {$2000.00}, {$1300.00}, {$2700.00}, {$1900.00}, {$2400.00} Reported on : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : Amounts : {$4200.00}, {$1100.00}, {$16000.00}, {$16000.00} Reported on : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Amount : {$1500.00} Reported on : XX/XX/XXXX These accounts also violate the Metro 2 compliance standards, specifically Base Segment Character Format ( BSCF ) 7, 9, 8, and 17A. The reporting of the account number, account type, and account status is not only questionable but seemingly inaccurate and unacceptable. Furthermore, the absence of vital data under BSCF15 and BSCF13the monthly payment amount and term durationdirectly contravenes the Metro 2 standard, causing significant harm to my credit score. In a letter DATED XX/XX/XXXX in regards to inexcusable XXXX XXXX COMPLIANCE ERRORS for : XXXX : {$3400.00} CREDIT FIRST XXXX A : {$1300.00} CREDIT FIRST XXXX A : {$1200.00} XXXX BANK XXXX XXXX {$970.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX BANK XXXX {$2200.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$480.00} SYNCB/PPC : {$2400.00} XXXX BANK LUXURY : {$1300.00} XXXX BANK USA/TARGET CREDIT : {$2000.00} There XXXX XXXX entries for consumer account number, portfolio type, account type, and account status ( XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX ). The ECOA code is missing ( BSCF37 ), and multiple fields ( BSCF10, BSCF24, BSCF12, BSCF21, BSCF13 ) are deceptive, inconsistent, missing, or questionable These issues have resulted in persistent inaccuracies and violations of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), demonstrating a flagrant disregard for consumer rights. These inaccurate items on my credit report have adversely affected my financial standing and have the potential to impact my ability to secure credit, employment, and housing. It is disheartening to see these credit reporting agencies neglecting their responsibility to ensure accurate and fair reporting, thereby compromising the rights of consumers.

Company Response:

State: IL

Zip: 60640

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-27

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8058417

Date Received: 2023-12-26

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Personal information incorrect

Consumer Complaint: Please take a look at the attached letters and ID docs for verification that it is I XXXX XXXX filing this complaint. The stuff on my credit report is wrong.

Company Response:

State: MA

Zip: 02136

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-26

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8058414

Date Received: 2023-12-26

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 hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my deep frustration and dissatisfaction regarding the persistent challenges I have faced in attempting to rectify a charge-off account listed on my credit report through Credit Bureaus XXXX Despite numerous attempts to address this matter, the charge-off entry remains, causing significant distress and negatively impacting my financial standing. The presence of the charge-off on my credit report is both inaccurate and unjustified. I have attached supporting documentation for each attempt made to rectify this situation, demonstrating my commitment to resolving this matter promptly. I request your immediate attention to the following matters : A thorough review and correction of the charge-off entry on my credit report. Confirmation, in writing, once the charge-off has been successfully removed. I understand the importance of accurate credit reporting and its direct impact on my ability to access financial services and favorable credit terms. Therefore, I expect a swift and diligent investigation into this matter. Failure to address this issue promptly XXXX compel me to escalate the matter to relevant regulatory authorities and consumer protection agencies. I am asking for your assistance to remove this charge off account in my credit file : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$7700.00} - XXXX requested an investigation and the removal of the charge-off status. No changes were made. No investigation was conducted at all. You had optimal time to review this matter and make the appropriate corrections, you elected not to. Please remove this item immediately.

Company Response:

State: MO

Zip: 631XX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-12-26

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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