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.

6 Tricks for Finding an Awesome Apartment

Picking out a place to temporarily call home can bring out the inner commitment-phobe in anyone. Once you sign a lease on an apartment,...

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...

Looking for a distraction? Design a cozy book nook

If you're an avid reader, having a space to curl up with a book can bring an extra boost of happiness — and right...

Is Orem Utah A Good Place to Live?

TL;DR: Orem Utah offers strong educational opportunities, access to outdoor recreation in Provo Canyon and Utah Lake, and a prime location to nearby cities....

5 Things To Consider Before You Start Your Move

Moving to a new home is one of those things that we all groan at the thought of. Moving can be stressful, complicated, and...

Adopting a Cat? Read This First!

Last year I adopted a cat from a local shelter and brought him home to my apartment. Since then I’ve spend a lot time...

Navigating Unpaid Rent with Roommates

Renting with roommates can become tricky when it comes to ensuring timely rent payments. As a co-tenant, you're collectively responsible for the entire rent...

Waste Management Techniques and Recycling Tips for Rental Properties

When it comes to choosing an apartment, it’s important to consider everything from the appearance of the property to waste management. Finding an apartment...

New Hobbies to Try That Your Small Apartment Can Handle

Hobbies are exciting new ventures, but they can also take up a lot of real estate. Some require deep investment in materials, while others...

How to Grow Food In Your Apartment

I could dream about having a garden all day long (especially when I'm watching the Netflix series Cooked and listening to Michael Pollan tell...

Too Much Stuff? 3 Simple Steps for Downsizing

You did it! You found your dream apartment in the perfect location. Whether you’re a Baby Boomer downsizing or a Millennial moving for the...

Cleaning Green: Part One

One day as I was hunched over my tub, spraying heavy-duty bleach cleaner without a care in my small apartment bathroom that has no windows, the thought...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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