The Rentish Podcast

In Episode 19 of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach breaks down a trending Business Insider article revealing why mid-term rentals are becoming the 'sweet spot' for real estate investors seeking higher cash flow compared to traditional long-term rentals. Curious about maximizing your rental income? This episode is a must-listen! Then, in a special RE Reel segment, Patrick whisks us away to the enchanting world of Harry Potter with an...

In Episode 18 of The Rent-ish Podcast, Zach and Patrick welcome Cincinnati real estate investor and developer John Blatchford to discuss the art of historic building restoration and property transformation. As the founder of Kunst and Cohorts, John has mastered the use of tax incentives and creative financing to turn neglected spaces into vibrant, modern homes. Tune in to hear John’s inspiring journey, discover actionable tips for ...

In episode 17 of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach unpacks Philly’s groundbreaking security deposit law and explores what these changes mean for both landlords and tenants. Will this new Philly security deposit law set a national trend? Tune in to find out. 👉 Read the full article here. Next up, Zach and Pat dive into your listener questions in a lively Q&A—tackling hot topics like lease loopholes, landlord responsibilities, late fees, a...

In episode sixteen of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach and Patrick dive deep into the latest Real News, spotlighting the Cincinnati rental market’s explosive growth. Find out why Cincinnati is now tied with the Chicago rental market as the toughest spot for Midwest renters—and why it’s become the second most sought-after city nationwide. The guys unpack what’s fueling Cincinnati’s rise, what this means for landlords, and whether it signals o...

This week on The Rent-ish Pod, Zach and Patrick dive into the transformation of Chicago’s iconic Tribune Tower from historic newsroom to luxury condos with castle-like charm. 🏙️🎧 Discover how this legendary building sets the stage for historic conversions everywhere. Then, get the inside scoop on the hottest 2025 design trends for rental spaces—think rich earthy tones, clever space-maximizing hacks, and the style upgrades renters...

In episode fourteen of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach and Patrick sit down with guest Levi Abramson, a real estate investor who's learning the ropes and building his portfolio one step at a time.

Levi shares how he got started, what drew him to real estate in the first place, and how he manages his properties today. It’s a candid conversation about what it’s really like starting out—from setting expectations to learning through experie...

In episode 13 of The Rent-ish Pod, things get personal as Zach and Patrick welcome a very special guest—producer Mose—to the mic for the first time ever. In this week’s My First Property segment, Mose shares the story of buying his very first home—a duplex that marked his debut as both a homeowner and real estate investor.

Then, in a new game segment we’re calling Term Roulette, Mose flips the script and challenges Zach and Patrick ...

In episode twelve of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach and Patrick kick things off with a fresh Real News segment, breaking down ABC’s latest housing market forecast: Will 2025 Be a Better Year to Buy a House? The guys weigh in on the expert predictions and what they mean for buyers, renters, and landlords alike.
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Then, things get cosmic in Proptology, where the hosts explore the rich history and striking desi...

In Episode Eleven of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach and Patrick take a ferry to the past in this week’s Proptology segment, diving into the history of Alcatraz. Before it became the world’s most famous prison, what was it used for? How big is it really? And why has it stuck around in pop culture for so long?

Then it's time to answer listener-submitted questions, tackling topics like self-managing your first rental and the one feature t...

In episode ten of The Rent-ish Pod, Patrick kicks things off with a quick rant about a recent Red Robin experience gone sideways—burgers, confusion, and a dash of fast-food drama.

Then it's time for Proptology, where Zach and Patrick scale the heights of architectural history with a deep dive into the iconic Empire State Building. From construction speed records to lightning strikes, this towering tale has it all.

Next, the host...

In episode nine of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach and Patrick take a trip (at least in their minds) to paradise! First up in Proptology, they dive into The White Lotus and the stunning island properties featured on the show — exploring what it would really take to own a slice of tropical heaven.

Then, it’s your turn: Zach and Pat open the floor to answer listener questions about real estate, rentals, and everything in between.

🏡 Whether you...

In episode eight of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach dives into a high-stakes housing dilemma: what do flood-soaked homeowners do when they have to choose between raising their home or razing it? It's a splash of real estate news you won’t want to miss.

Then, it's game time! Real estate investor and expert Mary Ragano returns to test Zach and Pat’s knowledge in a riddle-filled round of Real Estate Term Guessing—expect laughs, head-s...

In episode seven of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach and Patrick dig into the rural housing trend that’s taking the country by storm: Barndominiums. They break down this New York Times article and share their (very strong) opinions on the rise of barn-style homes, steel siding, and whether they’d actually live in one.

Then, in the RE Reel segment, it’s a throwback to one of the most iconic TV apartments ever — Monica and Rachel’s impossibly s...

 In episode six of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach and Patrick kick things off by breaking down the latest CBS News price tracker. From food and gas to utilities and housing, the hosts dig into how rising costs are impacting everyday life—and what that means for renters and landlords alike.

Next up, it's time for Proptology! This week’s architectural spotlight lands on the iconic Flatiron Building. Discover the bold design choices, quir...

In episode five of The Rent-ish Pod, hosts Zach and Patrick kick things off with another fascinating segment of Proptology, where they explore the history and unique design of the iconic Space Needle. Then, brace yourself for a jaw-dropping Tenant Horror Story—this time, it’s all about the infamous Chicken Mansion and the wild rental nightmare that unfolded there.

To wrap things up, real estate expert Mary Ragono joins the show for ...

In this episode of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach, and Patrick explore 

• how climate change could impact home values, breaking down key insights from a recent news article. 
• Then, real estate expert Mary Ragano joins them for another exciting round of Guess the Jargon, testing their knowledge on industry lingo. 
• Finally, they answer listener-submitted questions, tackling everything from market trends to rental tips.

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In episode three of The Rent-ish Pod, hosts Zach and Patrick dive into spine-chilling tenant horror stories. Hear real-life accounts from landlords who’ve experienced the unimaginable and survived to tell the tale. Then, it’s time for another segment of Proptology, where they explore the history behind the iconic Guggenheim building—an architectural marvel and real estate masterpiece. To wrap things up, the hosts answer more listen...

In episode two of The Rent-ish Pod, hosts Zach and Patrick explore the real reasons Millennials aren’t buying homes, diving into a thought-provoking news article that unpacks shifting housing trends and financial pressures. Then, get ready for an insightful segment of Proptology, where they break down everything you need to know about The White House—yes, the actual building! Finally, the hosts answer questions from listeners, offe...

In the very first episode of The Rent-ish Pod, our hosts Zach and Patrick dive into the shifting world of short-term rentals. They break down a fascinating New York Times article about the decline of Airbnb and what it means for both travelers and property owners. Then, get ready for chills as they perform a dramatic reading of The Spiderwoman - a tenant horror story you won’t forget.  To wrap things up, real estate expert Mar...