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.

Rental Ready for the Holidays: Decorating Tips for Apartment Living

Just because you're in a rented space doesn't mean you can't infuse it with holiday cheer and style. We've curated a collection of creative...

Is February a Good Time to Move into a New Rental...

If you're planning to move into a new rental home, it's important to find a quality apartment at an affordable price. The right time...

Pet-friendly Rentals in the Post-Pandemic World

During the pandemic, pets were a bright spot for many people. Many of us found new hobbies like knitting, making sourdough bread, painting, etc....

Best (removable) home tech for your apartment

As a veteran renter and avid internet shopper, I've spent many hours looking at home tech like smart locks and alarm systems that could...

Why Renter’s Insurance Is Essential

While not all landlords require renter’s insurance, it’s always a good idea to purchase a renter’s insurance policy as it is an excellent tool...

3 ways to build your credit without a credit card

It’s easy to ignore your credit score if you’re not currently in the midst of a big life event like buying a house or...

From Tenant with Love: Small Gestures that Show Landlord You Care

As a tenant, it can be easy to forget that your landlord is also a human being who appreciates feeling appreciated. Building a good...

Budget Décor Ideas for Small Rental Homes

Moving to a new home gives you an opportunity to redo the entire interior. We all love living in places that are a manifestation...

What to do when you can’t pay rent: Rent strike alternatives

April was supposed to be one of the most challenging months for the American renters. According to the Pew Research Center study, 28% of...

Tenant’s Guide to Flood Prevention: 5 Tips and Tricks for Waterproofing...

There's arguably nothing worse than relaxing in your rental home on a rainy day and suddenly dealing with water seeping into your basement. For...

How to find your perfect rental home fast

There are actually a lot of benefits to renting a place- you get all the privacy and space you want without the worry of...

Ask A Landlord: Can I DIY?

For our new "Ask a Landlord" series we'll be asking real property owners for their advice about your burning questions. This time we asked Cynthia...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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