While I have been paying off some of the debt settlement items on my credit profile, I have found that my score is not changing. Not even a single point. If I am actively paying off prior debts that I have accrued, should my score not improve? Even slightly.

If not, then what do I need to do in order to develop a better credit profile and ultimately a better credit score? Is paying off old debts just a way to stop your score from plummeting?