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.

How to Be a Good Roommate?

Whether you want to save money or just don’t want to live alone, roommates are a great option; however, living with someone can sometimes...

Cost of Living in Los Angeles: Guide for Renters and Landlords

TL;DR The cost of living in Los Angeles is well above the national average, driven mainly by housing cost, transportation expenses, and food prices. Rent...

3 Ways to Avoid Bad Landlords

Once I had a landlord who was convinced that the solution to every mishap was to "tap on it". Water leaking from the apartment...

How to Embrace Sustainable Living as a Tenant

As the years go by, more people are starting to watch the news and face the facts that it's time to live a more sustainable...

10 Ways to Make Your Small Rented Space Look Bigger

With renting comes many benefits, especially when renting small spaces! When you rent a small apartment, you’re more likely to save money and time....

How Color Affects Your Home. Gunmetal

Deep, vibrant tones of turquoise and blue have been popular in kitchen and bathroom furniture for the past two years. As technology improves, it...

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...

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...

Cleaning Green: Part 2

In case you missed part one, I'm testing out natural house cleaning supplies to see what works and what doesn't. This time around I focused...

To Rent or Own? A Look at the Pros and Cons...

If you're considering renting an apartment, it's important to weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks before making a decision. Whether you're a student, a...

Things to Do in Bedminster, NJ: A Local Guide

TL;DR Learn everything you need to know about things to do in Bedminster Township, including fun activities, outdoor attractions, parks and trails, family fun opportunities,...

Five best cities to be a renter

Figuring out where you want to live - city, suburb, country, etc. - can be a tough decision. Not only do you have to...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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