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.

What should you spend on rent?

House poverty is real. If you live in a big city with skyrocketing rent (like NYC or San Francisco), chances are you know a...

Thursday Design Inspiration: Fall

Okay, I guess it's time to admit fall is really coming. It's easy to focus on the negative (toting multiple sweaters to the office and...

Rental application fees: What you need to know

When you’re moving into a new place, it can feel like unexpected fees and costs pop up all the time. One relatively low fee...

What is alternative credit data and how does it impact your...

Recently I have started to see a lot of companies talking about alternative credit data. Naturally, I became curious and wanted to know what...

Exploring the World of Micro Apartments: A Guide to Urban Living

In the fast-paced, high-density urban landscapes of today's cities, micro-apartments have emerged as a popular housing option for individuals seeking a blend of affordability,...

Overcoming Obstacles to Renting

Your home is your safe haven, your refuge, your little corner of peace and privacy in a chaotic world, or at least that's how...

3 Ways to Find the Best Student Housing

How many of you have searched for student housing? Sometimes the search can get rough. My approval process for finding student housing is almost...

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...

Best Neighborhoods for Families in Salt Lake City

It’s no secret that young families love Salt Lake City. After all, there aren’t too many urban areas in the United States that offer...

Dealing with a Home Robbery: A Landlord’s Guide

Discovering that your rental property has been burglarized is a distressing experience that can leave you feeling overwhelmed. However, with a well-prepared plan in...

Is Negotiating Rent a Good Idea?

Let's say you're the living personification of what a perfect tenant should be: you pay your rent on time, you keep the noise levels...

How to Narrow Down Your Apartment Search

If you’re looking for a new place and have your eye on a certain neighborhood, this blog post probably isn’t for you. This is...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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