In Episode 18 of The Rent-ish Podcast, Zach and Patrick sit down with John Blatchford, a Cincinnati-based real estate investor and developer known for breathing new life into historic buildings. As the founder of Kunst and Cohorts, John has built a reputation for transforming neglected properties into vibrant, modern spaces—using a smart mix of tax incentives and creative financing.

The Rent-ish crew dives into John’s journey, exploring the lessons he’s learned along the way, advice for first-time investors, and the story behind acquiring his very first property.

Got questions, hot takes, or real estate horror stories of your own? Email us at questions@therentishpod.com—you might just make the next episode.

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In episode 17 of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach dives into Philly’s newly proposed renter-friendly security deposit law and breaks down what it means for both tenants and landlords. It's a big shift that could have ripple effects far beyond the city. 👉 Read the article here

Then, the spotlight turns to you—our listeners. In this week’s crowd-sourced Q&A, Zach and Pat tackle your most pressing rental questions, covering everything from late fees to lease loopholes. It's practical, punchy, and packed with advice you can actually use.

From game-changing rental policy to your real-world dilemmas, this episode shows why Rent-ish is your go-to for smart, street-level real estate talk.

Got questions, hot takes, or real estate horror stories of your own? Email us at questions@therentishpod.com—you might just make the next episode.

Check Innago at https://innago.com/podcast/ to learn more.

Sponsors:

Innago is a free, online property management software designed for landlords, particularly those managing small to medium-sized portfolios. It offers a range of features to simplify tasks like rent collection, lease management, maintenance requests, and tenant screening.

Ledgre is an All-in-One Accounting Software Built for Rentals. Organize property transactions, track expenses, and automate rental accounting with simple software focused on your industry.

Cohorts where serious real estate leaders level up. Join a curated peer group of founders, principals, and GPs who meet monthly in small, high-value circles. No fluff—just real insights, real accountability, and direct access to people who’ve done it before.

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In episode sixteen of The Rent-ish Pod, Zach and Patrick bring the heat with a Real News segment that hits close to home. A new report ranks Cincinnati as tied with Chicago as the toughest rental market in the Midwest, and even more surprising, it’s now the second most sought-after city for renters nationwide. The guys break down what’s driving the Queen City’s rise, and whether this momentum spells opportunity or warning signs for landlords and renters.
👉 Read the article: Cincinnati ranked 2nd most sought-after city for renters

Then, buckle up for a wild ride in this week’s Proptology, as the hosts examine the stunning and surreal saga of 1 Seaport, the luxury Manhattan skyscraper now famously known as The Leaning Tower of New York. From engineering missteps to lawsuits and public embarrassment, it’s a cautionary tale of ambition tilting too far.
👉 Dive deeper here: The Leaning Tower of New York – The New Yorker

🎧 From red-hot rental data to real estate’s most notorious architectural fail, this episode blends headlines, history, and a healthy dose of disbelief.

📩 Have a question, hot take, or real estate horror story? Email us at questions@therentishpod.com, and you might hear it on the show!

Check Innago at https://innago.com/podcast/ to learn more.

Sponsors:

Innago is a free, online property management software designed for landlords, particularly those managing small to medium-sized portfolios. It offers a range of features to simplify tasks like rent collection, lease management, maintenance requests, and tenant screening.

Ledgre is an All-in-One Accounting Software Built for Rentals. Organize property transactions, track expenses, and automate rental accounting with simple software focused on your industry.

Cohorts where serious real estate leaders level up. Join a curated peer group of founders, principals, and GPs who meet monthly in small, high-value circles. No fluff—just real insights, real accountability, and direct access to people who’ve done it before.

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