Early payoff won’t boost good credit

Dear Terry,
What happens to one’s credit score if one takes an auto loan for five years and pays it off within six months after getting the car? I have an excellent credit score.
Omoniyi

Dear Omoniyi,
There should be no negative consequences to your credit score for paying off a loan early. If you already have excellent credit, it’s not likely to boost your score. But for someone who has less-than-perfect credit, an early payoff might help.

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