Blogs and podcasts are very popular. 

There is usually an interest only option that is becoming more popular as rates increase.Hope that helpsStephanie

This may not be a popular response, but in the area that you describe (unappealing perhaps) you might want to consider the make-up of that score rather than the score itself.

MTRs are not as popular in Asheville due to a smaller business scene than places like Raleigh or Charlotte, however- LinkedIN had their tech economy analysis come back with Asheville ranked at number 7 growing tech city in USA.

This will not make you very popular.

Unlike traditional bank loans, which are based on the borrower's credit score and financial history, hard money loans are based on the value of the property being used as collateral.Hard money loans are issued by private lenders, rather than traditional banks, and are designed to be fast and flexible, making them a popular choice for investors who need to secure quick funding. 

Capital gains are looked upon as a rich persons thing (that is NOT true of course) and with social security on the ropes, it would be much less popular to go after retirement.

Sunbelt is fairly popular right now in terms of growth.

It's the most popular home among all the rental properties MPH is managing at that moment.

It is one of the main reasons that Kitsap County is increasingly popular (plus the greenery and views aren't bad at all)!