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- What are the best methods to address a sudden credit score drop after paying off an installment loan early according to recent FICO scoring model updates?Commercialindex seed2 searches11 cited10/31/2026FICO recent scoring model updates 2025 2026 paid off installment loan early credit score drop official FICOFICO score closed paid off installment loan impact credit mix installment utilization official myFICO
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