Articles for Tenants

Rental life can be stressful, we’re here to help. In the tenants section of Four Walls you’ll find temporary home decor ideas, tips for negotiating with your landlord, and more.

3 Easy Ways to Spring Clean Your Apartment

Sorry, not trying to be rude, but your apartment is looking a little sad. It’s totally understandable. We’ve all spent the last few months...

The peaceful tenant’s guide to coping with noisy neighbors

You were so relieved to find what you thought was the perfect apartment, in what seemed like a quiet area. But now your dream...

What Is a Security Deposit? A Guide to Rental Fees

TL;DR: What is a security deposit? It is a refundable payment, typically equal to one to two months of rent, that tenants pay at...

Is Los Angeles, California a Good Place to Live? A Guide...

TD;LR: Los Angeles is expensive, but delivers an exceptional quality of life for those who love entertainment, world-class amenities, and outdoors adventures. But take...

Pantone Color of the Year

Pantone announced it's color of the year yesterday and the response was...underwhelming. Plenty of people made obligatory jokes about it being the "neutral of...

How to Address Common Rental Issues With Your Landlord

Renting is a popular option for millions of Americans. One of the biggest benefits of renting is that if something goes wrong on the...

Renting a Property? Here Are a Few Things to Check Beforehand

There is more to renting a property than simply looking at how it's laid out and the area it’s in. You should thoroughly examine...

Average Rent in Los Angeles: Current Prices, Trends, and Comparisons

If you’re considering moving to Los Angeles, CA (LA), then it’s important that you do your research. But, we know that it can be...

What Kind of Rental Do You Belong In?

It was a challenge, but somehow we found a way to make renting even easier. Use this magic quiz to narrow down your apartment...

A Quick Guide To The Most Affordable Neighborhoods In Provo, UT

Provo is one of the fastest-growing cities in Utah and has become an attractive prospect for tenants from all backgrounds. Before you start to...

7-Step Tenant Screening Checklist: A Landlord’s Guide to Quality Tenants

As a landlord, finding the right tenants is crucial for maintaining the value and integrity of your investment. Tenant screening plays a pivotal role...

What Is Tandem Parking? A Renter’s Guide to Car Storage

For renters in densely populated areas, tandem parking can be an efficient solution for roommates or partners to save space. It means having enough...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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