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: 8186804

Date Received: 2024-01-19

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Consumer Complaint: 15 USC 1681 a ( d ) ( 2 ) ( A ) ( i ) clearly states that transactions between the consumer and the Person/Corporation making the report is NOT included on the consumer reports. Yet XXXX, XXXX XXXX Equifax is reporting this information. The reporting of excluded information pursuant to 15 USC 1681 a ( d ) ( 2 ) ( A ) ( i ) on a consumer report is a clear violation of Metro2 compliance. Provide me with the Metro2 compliance disclosure on reporting transactions to a consumer reporting agency. I need the transactions reporting as late, collection/charge-off status and any other derogatory information deleted from my consumer reports effective immediately. Before you think to reply that this account has been validated, lets be clear that I am not asking you to validate or verify anything. So please do not respond by telling me that as a tactic to waste my valuable time. Some of the negative accounts have been placed in Collection/Charge-Off Status WITHOUT mailing me a copy of IRS form 1099-C Cancellation of Debt. XXXX, XXXX, Equifax and the creditors reporting collections/Charge-Offs, late payments/other derogatory information in my consumer report are in violation of 26 USC ss 6050P Returns Relating to the Cancellation of Indebtedness By Certain Entities. If this derogatory account information is not deleted from my consumer reports within 30 days, I will be forced to officially file IRS form 3949A : Information Referral AND IRS form 211. Application For Award Original Information Overview with the Internal Revenue Service against ALL entities involved.

Company Response:

State: OH

Zip: 43207

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2024-01-19

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8186796

Date Received: 2024-01-19

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Report provided to employer without your written authorization

Consumer Complaint: XXXX has been reporting and billing me for loans and credit card repayment that, I, the Beneficiary allegedly owe. However me being the beneficiary it doesn't benefits me to repay. I am writing to address the matter of the debt associated with my account. I am the beneficiary of the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, and repaying this debt is not beneficial based on a careful consideration of various factors. Firstly, I would like to draw attention to the etymology of the word " repayment, '' which implies paying again. As a beneficiary of a living trust, it is my understanding that repaying an alleged debt would mean paying twice, which does not align with the equitable principles that govern trust relationships. Everything is a trust. How? Because everything is an agreement and if anything has my name on it thats a legal title of my estate. Now lets look at the word credit which means trust. Now lets look at the word report which means property. My credit report is my trust report which is my property and estate. Furthermore, the maxim of equity states that equity does not punish. Repaying an alleged debt, particularly one that may not be legally enforceable or valid, could be perceived as a form of punishment. Equity regards the beneficiary as the true owner, and the trustee is obligated to uphold their duties in settling the account. Considering the aforementioned principles, I kindly request the following actions : Account Review : I request a thorough review of the alleged debt associated with my account in light of the trust relationship and equitable considerations. Account Settlement : If the debt is found to be valid and legally enforceable, I request clear instructions on settling the account. As the beneficiary, I trust that the trustee will uphold their duties to settle the account. Removal from Credit Reporting Agencies : I request the immediate removal of any adverse reporting related to this alleged debt from credit reporting agencies, as it is not beneficial to the beneficiary 's interests. You're furnishing this information to the credit reporting agencies which makes you the trustee. If you're not the trustee then you're a stranger. Its three parts to a trust. Trustee, settlor, and beneficiary. If you're not the trustee then you need to hand me my property back. I appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to a fair and equitable resolution. If there are any specific procedures or documentation required to facilitate this process, please provide them at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Company Response:

State: GA

Zip: 31763

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2024-01-19

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8186792

Date Received: 2024-01-19

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Report provided to employer without your written authorization

Consumer Complaint: As of XXXXXX/XX/year>, XXXX began billing me for an alleged XXXX loan I, XXXX XXXX : Beneficiary allegedly owe. However me being the beneficiary it doesn't benefits me to repay an alleged loan. I am writing to address the matter of the student loan debt associated with my account. I am the beneficiary of the XXXX XXXX Living Trust, and repaying this student loan debt is not beneficial based on a careful consideration of various factors. Firstly, I would like to draw attention to the etymology of the word " repayment, '' which implies paying again. As a beneficiary of a living trust, it is my understanding that repaying an alleged loan would mean paying twice, which does not align with the equitable principles that govern trust relationships. Everything is a trust. How? Because everything is an agreement and if anything has my name on it thats a legal title of my estate. Now lets look at the work credit which means trust. Now lets look at the word report which means property. My credit report is my trust report which is my property. Furthermore, the maxim of equity states that equity does not punish. Repaying an alleged loan, particularly one that may not be legally enforceable or valid, could be perceived as a form of punishment. Equity regards the beneficiary as the true owner, and the trustee is obligated to uphold their duties in settling the account. Considering the aforementioned principles, I kindly request the following actions : Account Review : I request a thorough review of the alleged student loan debt associated with my account in light of the trust relationship and equitable considerations. Account Settlement : If the debt is found to be valid and legally enforceable, I request clear instructions on settling the account. As the beneficiary, I trust that the trustee will uphold their duties to settle the account. Removal from Credit Reporting Agencies : I request the immediate removal of any adverse reporting related to this alleged debt from credit reporting agencies, as it is not beneficial to the beneficiary 's interests. You're furnishing this information to the credit reporting agencies which makes you the trustee. If you're not the trustee then you're a stranger. Its three parts to a trust. Trustee, settlor, and beneficiary. If you're not the trustee then you need to hand me my property back. I appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to a fair and equitable resolution. If there are any specific procedures or documentation required to facilitate this process, please provide them at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Company Response:

State: GA

Zip: 31763

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2024-01-19

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8186789

Date Received: 2024-01-19

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

Subissue: Investigation took more than 30 days

Consumer Complaint: I have been trying to dispute incorrect and/or invalid items listed on my credit report and have gotten no assistance from the creditors or the credit bureaus regarding this matter. Please see the attached documents and letter for the referenced issues from above.

Company Response:

State: MD

Zip: 21222

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2024-01-19

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8186758

Date Received: 2024-01-19

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Consumer Complaint: I am resubmitting this complaint to EQUIFAX regarding the presence of fraudulent accounts on my credit report. Despite previously filing an FTC report with the identity theft report number XXXX, I have observed that these fraudulent accounts persist on my credit report. I had hoped to rely on EQUIFAX to safeguard my information and furnish accurate credit reports. Unfortunately, my credit report continues to contain multiple inaccuracies, including erroneous balances, dates of late payments, payment statuses, dates of last payments, and violations under FCRA policy and CFPB rules, particularly concerning medical collections. To support my case, I have once again attached the FTC report along with a detailed letter of explanation outlining the reasons these accounts should be rectified or removed from my files. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and trust that EQUIFAX will take the necessary steps to address and rectify these inaccuracies promptly.

Company Response:

State: TX

Zip: 75189

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2024-01-19

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8186714

Date Received: 2024-01-19

Issue: Improper use of your report

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

Consumer Complaint: Inquiries : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ), XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ), XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ), XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ), XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ), XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ), XXXX XXXX XXXX ( ( XX/XX/XXXX ) has violated my rights. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy. 15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years. 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Company Response:

State: NC

Zip: 27526

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2024-01-19

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8186675

Date Received: 2024-01-19

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Account status incorrect

Consumer Complaint: I have sent dispute letters to all three bureaus. My Equifax and XXXX report is not reporting accurate information like XXXX. Status is incorrect and showing late for XXXX XXXX. This account was not removed/deleted or updated for Equifax and XXXX but this account is not showing on XXXX at all. It is also showing different statuses. XXXX states " 60 days past due '' and Equifax is showing " not more than two payments past due ''. XXXX has deleted this account. I have documents and proof attached showing what I have stated is accurate and that I have sent certified letters. 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) states " Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates. ''

Company Response:

State: MS

Zip: 388XX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2024-01-19

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8186639

Date Received: 2024-01-19

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Consumer Complaint: This letter serves as a formal complaint that you are reporting inaccurate and incomplete information on my credit report. Notation of the late payments for XXXX XXXX are inaccurate. Pleas investigate and verify that all data for this account is report accurately including every notation date and balance whether reported or not. I also respectfully request to be provided specific proof that these alleged late payments were in fact late. I request to sep all statements and payment transaction records from the ere that would prove that my payment was not submitted on time g my understanding that you must verify these items with the reporting creditor for accuracy. If they are unable to provide that proof, or if lacking proof of these payments being late please update my payment history to PAANL status ( Paid As XXXX Agreed, Never Late ) according to consumer protection laws. XXXX I contacted them and was to receive a call back, never received it. XXXX I contacted them again, no response. XXXX No resolution.

Company Response:

State: PR

Zip: 009XX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2024-01-19

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8186603

Date Received: 2024-01-19

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

Subissue: Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone

Consumer Complaint: There were several inaccurate personal information in my credit report. I am having difficulties in getting them removed. It might be caused by fraud or error on credit reporting.

Company Response:

State: NC

Zip: 28379

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2024-01-19

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 8186580

Date Received: 2024-01-19

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

Subissue: Problem with personal statement of dispute

Consumer Complaint: I was affected by the equifax data breach and suffered negative consequences due to that. I have negative accounts that were due to the breach that needs to be removed. Equifax is not responding to my requests. The following accounts need removed by law Collections XXXX XXXX XXXX - {$690.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX - {$2000.00} Neither of these accounts are mine and because my data was leaked I want them removed from my Equifax report.

Company Response:

State: OK

Zip: 741XX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2024-01-19

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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