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Initial Complaint
Date:06/13/2025
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
There are things on my credit report that are inaccurate and therefore illegal for you to still be reporting, such as all the separate accounts youre reporting from this company: **** OF ************ 1891 ************ ** RESTON, ** ***** *** ************** It is under this law The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), 15 U.S.C. 1681 that this be taken action upon immediately!Customer Answer
Date: 06/14/2025
Nobody else is filing this complaint for me, personally I am filing this complaint & it should not be closed. This is not a duplicate either.Business Response
Date: 06/21/2025
Equifax, Inc
1550 Peachtree Street NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30309
June 21, 2025
Connie Brown
Better Business Bureau
Re: Danna Rose, Case # 23467780
Dear Connie Brown,
Thank you for submitting Danna Rose’s complaint on 6/13/25 through the BBB Complaint Portal. In their complaint, they indicated that there were inaccurate items reporting on the credit file.
One of our most important responsibilities is protecting their personal information. Before we are able to assist them with their Equifax credit file we have to verify their identity and address. So that we can process their request and verify their identity, please send a minimum of one item from each category list below:
Identification:
*U.S. Social Security card
* Pay stub with U.S. Social Security number
* W2 form
* Current Driver's license
Current Address:
* Current Driver's license with current address
* Rental lease agreement/house deed
* Pay stub with address
* Utility bill (gas, electric, water ETC.)
If they have any additional questions, they may call (888) 836-6351 or they may visit www.myequifax.com. With myEquifax, they can create an account to manage their security freeze, add or remove fraud alerts, and initiate credit file disputes. Additionally, they can access free Equifax credit reports and other products.
Sincerely,
J. Pearson
Equifax Customer Care TeamInitial Complaint
Date:06/13/2025
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I recently reviewed a copy of my credit report and was shocked to find I had been the victim of identity theft. I do not recognize this account please remove this from my credit report, they are hurting my ability to obtain credit.********************-Account#********** ****************-Account#*********** ****************-Account#**********Customer Answer
Date: 06/14/2025
I Authorize this ComplaintBusiness Response
Date: 06/22/2025
Jun 22, 2025
Connie Brown
Better Business Bureau
Re: Martez Henry, Case #23467633
Dear Connie Brown,
Thank you for submitting Martez Henry’s complaint on 6/13/2025 through the BBB Complaint Portal. In their complaint, they indicated that there were inaccurate or incorrect items reporting on their credit file.
We reviewed the consumer’s concerns and initiated an investigation, when applicable. The results were mailed to the consumer on 6/19/2025.
If they have any additional questions, they may call (888) 836-6351 or they may visit www.myequifax.com. With myEquifax, they can create an account to manage their security freeze, add or remove fraud alerts, and initiate credit file disputes. Additionally, they can access free Equifax credit reports and other products.
Sincerely,
K. Jones
Equifax Customer Care TeamInitial Complaint
Date:06/13/2025
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I have made thorough efforts to contact each of the companies listed, and the majority were unable to locate any records associated with me. In the absence of any verifiable relationship, it is unclear how these entities could have established a lawful or permissible purpose for accessing my credit file. Consequently, several unauthorized hard inquiries have appeared on my FICO consumer credit report, all of which are the result of identity theft and fraudulent activity.Attached is my Identity Theft Report, filed with the ************************ (FTC), which provides official documentation substantiating the fraudulent nature of these ************ accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) 605B (15 U.S.C. 1681c-2), I am formally requesting that your agency block all information related to these fraudulent inquiries from my credit report. Federal law requires that this action be completed within four (4) business days of receiving this request.The inquiries identified below were made without my knowledge or consent and are the result of identity theft. They are not connected to any legitimate activity or transaction initiated by me.Customer Answer
Date: 06/14/2025
I, Kelisha Brown am submitting this complaint to formally dispute multiple unauthorized inquiries that appear on my credit report. These inquiries were not initiated or approved by me. I am a victim of identity theft, which occurred as a result of my personal information being compromised in the Equifax Data Breach.
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), specifically 15 U.S.C. §?1681c–2, Equifax is legally required to block and remove any information related to identity theft once proper documentation is provided.
Attached are all necessary documents supporting my claim. I am requesting that these fraudulent inquiries be removed from my credit report without delay.Business Response
Date: 06/23/2025
Jun 23, 2025
Connie Brown
Better Business Bureau
Re: Kelisha Brown, Case #23467300
Dear Connie Brown,
Thank you for submitting Kelisha Brown’s complaint on 6/13/2025 through the BBB Complaint Portal. In their complaint, they indicated that there were inaccurate or incorrect items reporting on their credit file.
We reviewed the consumer’s concerns and initiated an investigation, when applicable. The results were mailed to the consumer on 6/20/2025.
If they have any additional questions, they may call (888) 836-6351 or they may visit www.myequifax.com. With myEquifax, they can create an account to manage their security freeze, add or remove fraud alerts, and initiate credit file disputes. Additionally, they can access free Equifax credit reports and other products.
Sincerely,
K. Jones
Equifax Customer Care TeamInitial Complaint
Date:06/13/2025
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Please delete hard inquires. I do not know where these came from. ********** 04/29/2025 CORELOGIC ********** 05/16/2025 ******************** 05/18/2025 THD/CBNA 05/30/2025Customer Answer
Date: 06/14/2025
Yes I authorized this complaintBusiness Response
Date: 06/23/2025
June 23, 2025
Connie Brown
Better Business Bureau
Re: Briana Richardson, Complaint ID #23467015
Dear Connie Brown,
Thank you for submitting Briana Richardson complaint on 6/13/2025 through the BBB Complaint Portal. In their complaint, they indicated that there were inaccurate or incorrect items reporting on their credit file.
We are reviewing the consumer’s concerns and are initiating an investigation with the data furnishers, when applicable. The results will be provided directly to the consumer within 30 days of the dispute request.
If they have any additional questions, they may call (888) 836-6351 or they may visit www.myequifax.com. With myEquifax, they can create an account to manage their security freeze, add or remove fraud alerts, and initiate credit file disputes. Additionally, they can access free Equifax credit reports and other products.
Sincerely,
K. Jones
Equifax Customer Care TeamInitial Complaint
Date:06/13/2025
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Today, I went over a copy of my current credit ********** was shocked to find I have become a victim of identity theft. I do not recognize these accounts, please remove this from my credit report. This is affecting my ability to obtain credit.Customer Answer
Date: 06/13/2025
i authorize this complaintBusiness Response
Date: 06/23/2025
June 23, 2025
Connie Brown
Better Business Bureau
Re: Tamah Kapanga, Complaint ID #23466436
Dear Connie Brown,
Thank you for submitting Tamah Kapanga complaint on 6/13/2025 through the BBB Complaint Portal. In their complaint, they indicated that there were inaccurate or incorrect items reporting on their credit file.
We are reviewing the consumer’s concerns and are initiating an investigation with the data furnishers, when applicable. The results will be provided directly to the consumer within 30 days of the dispute request.
If they have any additional questions, they may call (888) 836-6351 or they may visit www.myequifax.com. With myEquifax, they can create an account to manage their security freeze, add or remove fraud alerts, and initiate credit file disputes. Additionally, they can access free Equifax credit reports and other products.
Sincerely,
K. Jones
Equifax Customer Care TeamInitial Complaint
Date:06/13/2025
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
This BBB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to **** 605B (15 U.S.C. 1681c-2) that you, the Equifax credit reporting agency, block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of a a collections account opened at ***************** Syst on Feb 15th, 2023 under the account number **************** with a balance of $801, as well as another account under ***************** on Dec 14th 2022 under account number *************** with a balance $785, credit card account opened at ****************** on April 26th, 2021 under the account number ***************, another account under First Premier on August 14th 2022 under account number ******************. These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections, appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made, or initiated by me. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint #(*********) as proof from the *************************** that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, are the result of identity theft and fraud.I have filed an identity theft report#********* as well as CFPB complaint against this corporation. They have also had breach of trust lawsuits as well.Customer Answer
Date: 06/13/2025
All complaints were submitted by me. I used the same wording because the accounts are on all 3 bureaus.Business Response
Date: 06/21/2025
Equifax, Inc
1550 Peachtree Street NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30309
June 21, 2025
Connie Brown
Better Business Bureau
Re: Shonette Montgomery, Case # 23466185
Dear Connie Brown,
Thank you for submitting Shonette Montgomery’s complaint on 6/13/25 through the BBB Complaint Portal.
Consumers can generally expect to receive the results of their dispute within 30 days. If the information is found to be inaccurate, their credit report will be updated, generally within about 30 days.
If the result of the investigation finds that the information is accurate, it will remain on their credit report. If they still believe the information is inaccurate or incomplete, and have additional information that can help support their dispute, they can file their dispute again. They will also have the option to provide a brief statement on their credit report summarizing their dispute, which can help explain their situation. Or they could contact the creditor to attempt to resolve the issue.
If they have any additional questions, they may call (888) 836-6351 or they may visit www.myequifax.com. With myEquifax, they can create an account to manage their security freeze, add or remove fraud alerts, and initiate credit file disputes. Additionally, they can access free Equifax credit reports and other products.
Thank you for the opportunity to assist you.
Sincerely,
J. Pearson
Equifax Customer Care TeamInitial Complaint
Date:06/13/2025
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I have made efforts to contact each of the companies listed, and the majority were unable to locate any records associated with me in their systems. If these entities cannot confirm any relationship with me, it calls into question the legitimacy of their access to my credit file. As a result, several unauthorized hard inquiries have appeared on my FICO consumer credit report, all of which are due to fraud and identity theft.Attached is my Identity Theft Report, filed with the ************************ (FTC), which serves as official documentation verifying the fraudulent nature of these ************ accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) 605B (15 U.S.C. 1681c-2), I am submitting this formal request for your agency to block all information related to these fraudulent inquiries from my credit report. Under federal law, this action must be completed within four (4) business days of receiving this request.The inquiries listed below were made without my authorization and are the direct result of identity theft. They do not reflect any transactions or activity initiated by me.Customer Answer
Date: 06/14/2025
This complaint is submitted directly by me, Nicole Guidry, to formally dispute several unauthorized inquiries on my credit report. I did not authorize these inquiries, and I am a victim of identity theft resulting from the Equifax Data Breach, which compromised my personal information.
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), specifically 15 U.S. Code §?1681c–2, Equifax is legally obligated to block and remove any information resulting from identity theft upon proper notice and documentation. All required supporting documents are attached to this submission. I am requesting the immediate deletion of these fraudulent inquiries from my credit report.Business Response
Date: 06/22/2025
Jun 22, 2025
Connie Brown
Better Business Bureau
Re: Nicole Guidry, Case #23465905
Dear Connie Brown,
Thank you for submitting Nicole Guidry’s complaint on 6/13/2025 through the BBB Complaint Portal. In their complaint, they indicated that there were inaccurate or incorrect items reporting on their credit file.
We reviewed the consumer’s concerns and initiated an investigation, when applicable. The results were mailed to the consumer on 6/18/2025.
If they have any additional questions, they may call (888) 836-6351 or they may visit www.myequifax.com. With myEquifax, they can create an account to manage their security freeze, add or remove fraud alerts, and initiate credit file disputes. Additionally, they can access free Equifax credit reports and other products.
Sincerely,
K. Jones
Equifax Customer Care TeamInitial Complaint
Date:06/13/2025
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I recently reviewed my credit report and discovered that I've been a victim of identity theft. The accounts in question do not belong to me, and I am requesting that they be removed from my credit report. These fraudulent accounts are negatively impacting my ability to obtain credit and improve my financial well-being.Customer Answer
Date: 06/17/2025
Yes, I authorized this complaint.Business Response
Date: 06/24/2025
June 24, 2025
Connie Brown
Better Business Bureau
Re: Kira Bates, Complaint ID #23465560
Dear Connie Brown,
Thank you for submitting Kira Bates complaint on 6/13/2025 through the BBB Complaint Portal. In their complaint, they indicated that there were inaccurate or incorrect items reporting on their credit file.
We are reviewing the consumer’s concerns and are initiating an investigation with the data furnishers, when applicable. The results will be provided directly to the consumer within 30 days of the dispute request.
If they have any additional questions, they may call (888) 836-6351 or they may visit www.myequifax.com. With myEquifax, they can create an account to manage their security freeze, add or remove fraud alerts, and initiate credit file disputes. Additionally, they can access free Equifax credit reports and other products.
Sincerely,
K. Jones
Equifax Customer Care TeamInitial Complaint
Date:06/13/2025
Type:Product IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
On May 9th 2025, I sent in my disputes to experian asking for method of verification on how they investigated my disuptes which I have a right to under 15 U.S.C. 1681i (7) Method of verification. A consumer reporting agency shall provide to a consumer a description referred to in paragraph 15 usc (6)(B)(iii)- a notice that,if requested by the consumer, a description of the procedure used to determine the accuracy and completeness of the information shall be provided to the consumer by the agency, including the business name and address of any furnisher of information contacted in connection with such information and the telephone number of such furnisher, if reasonably available; by not later than 15 days after receiving a request from the consumer for that ************** has been over a month and I have yet to receive anything. As a matter of fact, they completely disregarded one of the accounts I asked them to and it no longer shows it is in dispute. In accordance with FCRA,15 U.S. Code 1681e(b) Compliance procedures I am requesting this information to review for completeness and accuracy and appropriateness. In lieu of sending the information you can reopen the dispute and ensure a proper investigation is performed. if you fail to comply with this request and send all documentations that prove you seen and were sent valid documentation to say these items are 100% accurate you will be held liable under 15 U.S. Code 1681n and 15 U.S. Code 1681o Civil liability for negligent noncompliance.These are the items I am requesting for each account I disputed:1. The name of the original creditor 2. The creditors address and telephone number 3. The persons name they verified the dispute with 4. The documentation original contracts used to validate the dispute.Also the procedures your company has in place to ensure each account is 100%correct which i doubt..5.IF YOU CANT PROVE IT YOU MUST REMOVE IT OR PAY $1,000 per VIOLATION YOU ARE COMMITING.Customer Answer
Date: 06/13/2025
I am who wrote this complaint. I did NOT use a 3rd party company.Business Response
Date: 06/23/2025
Jun 23, 2025
Connie Brown
Better Business Bureau
Re: Hector Perdomo, Complaint ID #23465519
Dear Connie Brown,
Thank you for forwarding Hector Perdomo's complaint, received on 6/13/2025, through the Better Business Bureau Complaint Portal. We understand that the consumer has reported inaccuracies or incorrect items appearing on their credit file.
To effectively address and investigate the concerns, we require specific details regarding the disputed information. Unfortunately, the complaint as received does not include specific account names, account numbers, or the precise nature of the dispute. Providing this level of detail is essential for us to accurately identify and review the items in question.
We kindly request you to provide the following information:
Account Names: The names of the creditors or institutions associated with the disputed accounts.
Account Numbers: The complete account numbers for each disputed account.
Nature of the Dispute: A detailed description of the inaccuracies or errors reported, including dates, amounts, or other relevant information.
Supporting Documentation: Any documentation that supports the dispute, such as statements or correspondence.
Without this specific information, we are unable to proceed with our investigation and resolution of this particular complaint.
If you have any further questions or need assistance in providing this information, they may contact our Customer Care team at (888) 836-6351. Alternatively, they can visit www.myequifax.com to create a myEquifax account, which allows them to manage security freezes, add or remove fraud alerts, initiate credit file disputes, and access free Equifax credit reports and other products.
Sincerely,
K. Jones
Equifax Customer Care TeamCustomer Answer
Date: 06/23/2025
Complaint: 23465519
I do not accept that response. I mailed Equifax my disputes back on May 9th and have yet to receive any type of response until I sent this dispute here. By LAW they are to investigate properly and at least mark the item as disputed. As stated, under 15 U.S.C. § 1681i (7), they are to provide a full method of verification when requested by the consumer, which I did request and have received ZERO response. They have failed to not only mark the items as in dispute but also lacked to provide the information I requested.The accounts below are the ones in question:
CAPITAL ONE - XXXXXX3039
CAPITAL ONE - XXXXXX9038
DISCOVERBANK - XXXXX9200
CAPITAL ONE - XXXXXX4622
CAP ONE - XXXXXXX4480
CAP ONE - XXXXXX7897
TD BANK USA TARGET CREDIT - XXXXXX6414
I will once again request the following items for each account:Items Requested
1. The name of the original creditor
2. The creditors address and telephone number
3. The person’s name they verified the dispute with
4. The documentation original contracts used to validate the dispute.
5. The procedures your company has in place to ensure each account is 100%
correct which I doubt..
6. IF YOU CANT PROVE IT YOU MUST REMOVE IT OR PAY $1,000 PER VIOLATION
In accordance with FCRA, 15 U.S. Code § 1681e(b) Compliance procedures, I am requesting this information to review for completeness, accuracy and appropriateness. In lieu of sending the information you can reopen the dispute and ensure a PROPER investigation is performed. If you fail to comply with this request and send all documentations that prove you seen and were sent valid documentation to say these items are 100% accurate you will be held liable under 15 U.S. Code § 1681n and 15 U.S. Code § 1681o Civil liability for negligent noncompliance
Sincerely,
Hector PerdomoBusiness Response
Date: 06/24/2025
June 24, 2025
Connie Brown
Better Business Bureau
Re: Hector Perdomo, Complaint ID #23465519
Dear Connie Brown,
Thank you for submitting Hector Perdomo complaint on 6/23/2025 through the BBB Complaint Portal. In their complaint, they indicated that there were inaccurate or incorrect items reporting on their credit file.
We are reviewing the consumer’s concerns and are initiating an investigation with the data furnishers, when applicable. The results will be provided directly to the consumer within 30 days of the dispute request.
If they have any additional questions, they may call (888) 836-6351 or they may visit www.myequifax.com. With myEquifax, they can create an account to manage their security freeze, add or remove fraud alerts, and initiate credit file disputes. Additionally, they can access free Equifax credit reports and other products.
Sincerely,
K. Jones
Equifax Customer Care TeamInitial Complaint
Date:06/13/2025
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I have attempted to contact each of the companies listed, and the majority were unable to find any records of me in their systems. If these companies cannot verify any association with me, it raises serious concerns about their justification for accessing my credit file. As a result, several unauthorized hard inquiries have been reported on my FICO consumer credit reporteach directly linked to fraud and identity theft.Enclosed is my Identity Theft Report, filed with the ************************ (FTC), serving as official proof that these inquiries are fraudulent.Pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) 605B (15 U.S.C. 1681c-2), I am formally requesting that your agency block all information related to these fraudulent inquiries from my credit report. Federal law requires that this request be processed within four (4) business days of receipt.The following inquiries were made without my knowledge or consent and are the result of identity theft. They do not pertain to any activity initiated by me.Customer Answer
Date: 06/14/2025
I, Mercedes Washington, am submitting this complaint to formally dispute multiple unauthorized inquiries that appear on my credit report. These inquiries were not initiated or approved by me. I am a victim of identity theft, which occurred as a result of my personal information being compromised in the Equifax Data Breach.Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), specifically 15 U.S.C. §?1681c–2, Equifax is legally required to block and remove any information related to identity theft once proper documentation is provided.Attached are all necessary documents supporting my claim. I am requesting that these fraudulent inquiries be removed from my credit report without delay.Business Response
Date: 06/22/2025
Jun 22, 2025
Connie Brown
Better Business Bureau
Re: Mercedes Washington, Case #23465172
Dear Connie Brown,
Thank you for submitting Mercedes Washington’s complaint on 6/13/2025 through the BBB Complaint Portal. In their complaint, they indicated that there were inaccurate or incorrect items reporting on their credit file.
We reviewed the consumer’s concerns and initiated an investigation, when applicable. The results were mailed to the consumer on 6/17/2025.
If they have any additional questions, they may call (888) 836-6351 or they may visit www.myequifax.com. With myEquifax, they can create an account to manage their security freeze, add or remove fraud alerts, and initiate credit file disputes. Additionally, they can access free Equifax credit reports and other products.
Sincerely,
K. Jones
Equifax Customer Care Team
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