Grumpy Old Geeks Topics Rising housing costs Topic Rising housing costs 2 mentions in 1 episode The hosts discuss high rents, home prices, and pressure on middle class households. Mentions 54: Belfie Marketing Secrets of the Rich and Famous Apr 18, 2014 11:42 in many cities, rent is rising out of reach of the middle class 14:12 Rents in Silicon beach here are around four to $5,000