 TITLE: Why Credit Scores Could Drop After Paying Off Credit Cards CONTENT: Keep Tabs on Your Credit to Understand Changes\n----------------------------------------------\nYour score may also drop if there is an error on your credit report, such as an inaccurately reported late payment from your credit card issuer. It's important to regularly monitor your credit report so you can take note of any updates to your accounts that could affect your score—and to recognize, and take action on, any inaccuracies that could negatively impact it. END