The Rentish Podcast
Welcome to The Rent-ish Podcast, where real estate meets curiosity, comedy, and a little chaos! Hosted by Zach and Patrick, two newcomers navigating the unpredictable world of rental properties, this podcast offers a fresh, unfiltered take on real estate investing. Whether you’re a property owner, aspiring landlord, real estate investor, or just love crazy rental stories, you’ll find something to love here. Expect raw conversations, hilarious mishaps, and real-life lessons as we explore buying, managing, and profiting from rental properties—with plenty of laughs along the way. Hit subscribe and join us on this unpredictable journey into the rent-ish side of real estate! New episodes every Monday. Have questions or want to share your own rental stories? Email us at questions@therentishpod.com. We’d love to hear from you!
Episodes
This week on The Rent-ish Podcast, Patrick and Zach go way up...figuratively. They dive into Proptology with a deep look at the legendary Willis Tower, from its record-breaking height to the crazy design secrets that made it possible. Then, things get competitive with the real estate true or false segment, where Zach has to guess the real estate term before Patrick schools him on it.
Smart takes, questionable guesses, ...
This week’s horror story is straight out of Texas, how a “We Buy Ugly Houses” franchise turned into a full-blown Ponzi scheme, leaving retirees out hundreds of thousands. Zach and Pat break down how it all went wrong and what every investor should watch for.
Plus, we debut our new game, Listing or Lying, where one host reads fake and real Zillow listings, and chaos definitely follows.
Got a question or story for the p...
In episode 29, Pat and Zach are back with another episode of Real Estate News to unpack three major housing & credit headlines you need to know right now:
- Reporting Rent Payments: More renters are using their monthly payments to build credit. What does that mean for tenants and landlords? Read more: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/09/15/using-rent-payments-to-boost-credit-score.html
- New Homes vs. Existing Ho...
In this episode, Zach and Patrick sit down with KC Chohan, founder of Together CFO, to talk about one of the most overlooked parts of real estate investing—tax strategy. KC has helped investors at every level save money, protect their assets, and build long-term wealth using strategies most landlords don’t even realize exist.
We dive into KC’s journey, the most common mistakes landlords make, and practical tax-saving m...
In Episode 27 of The Rent-ish Podcast, Zach and Patrick sit down with Mary Ragano, Senior Marketing Leader at Innago and a real estate investor who dove into the market with zero prior experience. By day, Mary helps landlords and property managers streamline their rental businesses with intuitive software, but when it came to her own journey, she had to learn the ropes firsthand.
Tune in as Mary shares the story of her...
We’re back! Pat and Zach kick off Season 2 of The Rent Is by diving into three big real estate headlines making waves right now:
- Senate bill aims to increase affordable housing supply – what renters and home buyers need to know.
- Investors are stepping up amid a crunch in housing supply and affordability.
- The senior living market struggles to keep up with demand as boomers age.
Don’t miss their insights, analysis,...
For our Season 1 finale, Zach and Pat go big...dinosaur big. 🦖
First up in Real Estate Reel, we step through the towering doors of the Jurassic Park Visitor Center to uncover the real-life filming locations, wild behind-the-scenes facts, and what it would actually cost to build this cinematic icon today. From its resort-inspired architecture to its pop culture legacy, this fictional property has more real-world influe...
In Episode 24 of The Rent-ish Podcast, Zach takes the lead in this week’s Proptology segment, where we spotlight one of the most iconic landmarks in American infrastructure, the Golden Gate Bridge. We explore its rich history, quirky real estate facts, surprising movie cameos, and the wild story behind how it almost ended up painted black and yellow instead of its now-famous International Orange.
Then, Patrick dives in...
In episode 23, Zach and Pat welcome a special guest: Alyssa McClanahan, historian, preservationist, and author, whose work brings buildings and the people behind them back into the spotlight. Alyssa’s nationally recognized storytelling-based preservation projects explore how architecture intersects with memory, justice, and identity.
Together, they unpack what historic preservation really means in today’s fast-changing...
In episode 22, Zach and Pat dive into the latest real estate trends by examining why homes are staying on the market longer than before. Drawing insights from a trending Newsweek article, they discuss how shifting buyer behavior and current market conditions—like higher mortgage rates and affordability challenges—are impacting sellers and buyers alike. Discover practical seller strategies to help your property stand o...
In this episode of The Rent-ish Pod, we welcome John Blatchford, a Cincinnati-based developer renowned for his expertise in historic property revitalization. John unpacks how house hacking can be a game-changing entry point for first-time real estate investors, focusing on smart funding strategies and proven methods for building equity from day one. If you’re eager to break into real estate and want practical tips on ...
In episode 19 of The Rent-ish Pod, Patrick breaks down the hype behind tiny homes Tiny Homes in the U.S. Then in our RE Reel segment we unpack Jess’ loft from the show “New Girl”. Zach and Patrick go over how the characters were able to afford the cost of living, how much it might go for today, and other real estate fun facts. Whether you’re renting or managing property, this episode is packed with practical advice an...
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 ...
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 action...
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...
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 whethe...
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 up...
In episode fourteen of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach and Patrick sit down with guest Levi, 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 ex...
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 Zac...
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.
👉 Check out the article here
Then, things get cosmic in Proptology, where the hosts explore the rich history and...
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