SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL


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"Products" offered by SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL with at least one, but usually more complaints:

Bank account or service - (CD) Certificate of deposit
Bank account or service - Cashing a check without an account
Bank account or service - Checking account
Bank account or service - Other bank product/service
Bank account or service - Savings account
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 - Title loan
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
Debt collection - I do not know
Debt collection - Medical
Debt collection - Medical debt
Debt collection - Mortgage
Debt collection - Non-federal student loan
Debt collection - Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.)
Debt collection - Other debt
Debt collection - Payday loan
Debt collection - Payday loan debt
Debt collection - Private student loan debt
Debt collection - Telecommunications debt
Debt or credit management - Credit repair services
Debt or credit management - Debt settlement
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service - Check cashing service
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 - International money transfer
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
Money transfers - Domestic (US) money transfer
Money transfers - International money transfer
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 - Credit repair
Other financial service - Debt settlement
Payday 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 - 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 - General purpose card
Prepaid card - General-purpose prepaid card
Prepaid card - Gift or merchant card
Prepaid card - Mobile wallet
Prepaid card - Other special purpose card
Prepaid card - Transit card
Student loan - Federal student loan servicing
Student loan - Non-federal student loan
Vehicle loan or lease - Lease
Vehicle loan or lease - Loan

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Complaint ID: 7362203

Date Received: 2023-08-08

Issue: Incorrect information on your report

Subissue: Account information incorrect

Consumer Complaint: This is about a collection account reported on my credit reports by XXXX XXXX XXXX, a debt buyer. The original debt was from Synchrony Bank XXXX Paypal Credit. THE DATE OF DELINQUENCY IS INCORRECT. My credit report shows that XX/XX/XXXX is when the debt first became delinquent. The true/real date is at or about XX/XX/XXXX.

Company Response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response

State: CA

Zip: 94558

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-08-08

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 7362171

Date Received: 2023-08-08

Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action

Subissue: Sued you without properly notifying you of lawsuit

Consumer Complaint: In accordance with the fair credit reporting act XXXX XXXX XXXX has violated my rights. 15 U.S.C 1681 Sect. 602 A states i have the right to privacy. 15 U.S.C. 1681 Sect 604 A Sect 2 it also states that, A consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions. Pursuant to Title 15 USC 1692c ( c ), I dispute the ALLEGED debt and refuse to pay the ALLEGED debt. Remove ANY AND ALL reporting of the debt collection activity from all consumer reporting agencies. I expect full compliance with this request within fifteen ( 15 ) days of the receipt of this letter. Failure to comply with this request will leave me no choice but to pursue all available legal remedies under the FDCPA and any other applicable laws to protect my rights. Sending a statement does not prove this is my debt. You also had someone trespass onto my property per my cameras to deliver a package not once, but twice that my dogs chewed up. You have also sold my information to 3rd party agencies as i am getting letters from attorneys about being sued. This again violates 15 USC 1681. Cease and desist immediately as well as remove the judgement.

Company Response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response

State: IN

Zip: 461XX

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-08-08

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 7361767

Date Received: 2023-08-08

Issue: Trouble using your card

Subissue: Credit card company won't increase or decrease your credit limit

Consumer Complaint: I had asked for a credit increase to my amazon store card back in XXXX that was denied. My credit limit then was XXXX XXXX In XXXX I was notified by XXXX XXXX that this account had reduced my credit line impacting me negatively. It also made sense when I looked into it knowing i had transactions on XXXX declined because again that credit line had been reduced. I contacted synchrony which provided me as evidence my XX/XX/XXXX letter of the denial for my limit increase. They have yet to provide any letter or proof of that notification. I have asked why i was notified my my credit monitoring service, and for an increase back to my original credit line. Changes like this impacted me negatively by both making my credit utilization to almost 100 % on that line, while leaving me to improperly plan expenses. This should never happen and they should address concerns like this more accurately.

Company Response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response

State: WA

Zip: 98119

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-08-08

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 7359554

Date Received: 2023-08-06

Issue: Problem when making payments

Subissue: You never received your bill or did not know a payment was due

Consumer Complaint: Amazon XXXX Synchrony card number XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX I never received any bill, no online access to pay my bills yet I did pay it off in full. Moreover inaccurate info has been reported by the company to the 3 credit bureaus.

Company Response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response

State: NY

Zip: 10036

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-08-06

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 7358931

Date Received: 2023-08-06

Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed

Subissue: Debt was paid

Consumer Complaint: I have been going back and forth for the last couple of months with several departments and contacts at Synchrony Bank regarding retroactive interest they charged on a zero-interest financing I had for some purchased furniture. I received a letter dated XX/XX/XXXX, via the CFPB website concerning case XXXX. This case concerned Synchrony retroactively charging me 30 % interest back to my original purchase date in XX/XX/XXXX. I tried calling the contact number on that letter for many days and there was no answer, and the voicemail box was ( and still is, as of the date of this complaint ) full, as stated in the outgoing message. Instead, I wrote to Synchrony on XX/XX/XXXX explaining that I completed all my payments for my original purchase by the end of XX/XX/XXXX. The promotional period for my interest-free financing ended XX/XX/XXXX. Upon review of the first statement of my purchase in XX/XX/XXXX it specifically states in order not to incur deferred interest charges, I must pay off my Promotional Balance by the Promotional Expiration Date. These are all capitalized terms and thus are very important. No where in this statement or any subsequent statement does it indicate that any late fees ( which I did incur ) are part of the Promotional Balance. As I paid off that Promotional Balance by the Promotional Expiration Date, I would not owe any deferred interest. I sent copies of my statements from Synchrony where the above was clearly highlighted. The reply I received on XX/XX/XXXX stating, " ... .Any remaining balance and applicable fees have become part of your regular balance ". This is in direct conflict with the capitalized terms in their statements to me. In fact, they also stated, " ... If you have any questions about the promotional financing, please refer to the promotional summary on your prior statements ''. But that is EXACTLY what I did in my letter dated, XX/XX/XXXX AND I sent copies of those summaries as well highlighting the capitalized terms. It seems as if they have simply ignored my points and given me the same answer to pay up, which I do not agree with.

Company Response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response

State: AZ

Zip: 85268

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-08-06

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 7357936

Date Received: 2023-08-06

Issue: Improper use of your report

Subissue: Reporting company used your report improperly

Consumer Complaint: I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to raise an important issue that pertains to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). Under the provisions of the FCRA, specifically 15 USC 1681 section 602 a, there exists a crucial need to ensure that consumer reporting agencies, such as XXXX and XXXX, fulfill their obligations with utmost fairness, impartiality, and respect for consumers ' right to privacy. However, it has come to my attention that certain actions undertaken by these consumer reporting agencies may be in violation of the aforementioned principles. This is deeply concerning and raises questions about their commitment to upholding the rights of consumers. Given the importance of consumer reporting agencies in maintaining accurate credit information and protecting individuals ' privacy, it is crucial that appropriate measures are taken to address any potential breaches or misconduct. I kindly request that you thoroughly investigate the practices of XXXX and XXXX to ensure compliance with the FCRA. It is imperative that these companies fulfill their responsibilities in a manner that prioritizes the rights and interests of consumers. I appreciate your attention to this matter and your efforts in holding consumer reporting agencies accountable. I trust that you will take the necessary steps to address these concerns and maintain the integrity of the credit reporting system. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of utmost concern, which involves a violation of the law. As per the provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S. Code 1681s2 ( A ) ( 1 ), it is unlawful for any person to provide inaccurate information about a consumer to any consumer reporting agency, if they have

Company Response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response

State: OH

Zip: 43609

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-08-06

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 7355967

Date Received: 2023-08-05

Issue: Closing your account

Subissue: Company closed your account

Consumer Complaint: I recently opened a Synchrony Amazon store credit card which provides 5 % back on purchases with Amazon. There was a low credit limit of {$6000.00}, which required me to buy items up to my limit, then pay off the card so that I could use it again. I had to do this multiple times, especially during Amazon 's prime day where there were items on significant discount. I logged on to the Synchrony account management on XX/XX/2023 to find my account closed with no explanation, as well as $ XXXX of earned rewards taken away. The letter I received stated the reason for closure was " Payment and unusual purchase history on your credit account that Synchrony deems may be indicative of future intention not to pay ''. This is a bogus reason as I had paid down my balance to XXXX on multiple occasions. Synchrony has taken away my rewards worth more than {$1100.00} earned under their cashback program and benefited from merchant exchange fees and purchase fees. From my statement on XX/XX/2023, which covered purchases up to XX/XX/2023, I had already earned {$770.00} in rewards ( statement attached ). Additionally, Ive attached an export of my transactions since that statement to show additional purchases and payments made over that time period which shows the assertion that I intended to not pay laughable. If I intended not to pay, I would not have paid down my statement balance on multiple occasions. I accrued additional rewards since my statement which were taken away from me by Synchrony. This company is using deceptive business practices to benefit off the consumer.

Company Response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response

State: CA

Zip: 91007

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-08-05

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 7355948

Date Received: 2023-08-05

Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes

Subissue:

Consumer Complaint: Regarding inaccurate Hard Inquiries that had been run into my credit report without my acknowledge or permission. I have Identified herein the items that I am disputing ( Identify as Disputed items ) here is the company name. I never signed or had a record voice given my permission to run my credit and affect my credit with a Hard Inquiries causing my to reject me to any application for a loan or a credit card application. My Credit profile is clear and As personal statement ( ALERT : FRAUDULENT APPLICATION CALL BEFORE RUNING THE CREDIT. ATTACHED YOU FIND A COPY OF MY STATEMENT.

Company Response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response

State: CA

Zip: 90250

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-08-05

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 7355662

Date Received: 2023-08-05

Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed

Subissue: Debt was result of identity theft

Consumer Complaint: I am a victim of identity theft. In 2018 my social security card, identification card, birth certificate and other documents were stolen from my then address XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXand multiple credit cards, bank accounts and more have been fraudulently opened in my name without my consent or knowledge. As a red my credit score has dropped drastically making it nearly impossible for me to obtain housing and repair my credit. I have submitted multiple disputes and filed a police report which I have attached to each dispute in an attempt to remove the fraudulent items that are now in collections. I am asking for all fraudulent accounts to be removed from my credit reporting file.

Company Response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response

State: NY

Zip: 10456

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-08-05

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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Complaint ID: 7355597

Date Received: 2023-08-05

Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement

Subissue: Card was charged for something you did not purchase with the card

Consumer Complaint: In XXXX of 2023 I noticed some transactions of XXXX XXXX and XXXX were charged to my credit card. I contacted Synchorny Bank about these charges and they said that they would help me with these charges. Yet to this day, they have not helped me at all. On XX/XX/2023 they contacted me about a missing payment of {$40.00}. I made this payment on XX/XX/2023.

Company Response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response

State: NV

Zip: 89108

Submitted Via: Web

Date Sent: 2023-08-05

Company Response to Consumer: Closed with monetary relief

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A


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