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.

5 perks of living in a studio apartment

  You're already more adept than Marie Kondo at paring down your stuff. If you live in 250 square feet of space, you probably don't...

Modernizing Your Home: Upgrades Renters Can Make on a Small Budget

Renting can be a great option for many — you have a stable but flexible living situation, and the cost of any major projects...

How Color Affects Your Home. Fushizome

柴染 (also known as Fushizome in Japan) is a traditional Japanese color. Brushwood-dyed is the direct translation of the term.  Fushizome is the color of...

3 Huge Space Saving Hacks for Small Space Nurseries

Are you renting an apartment or small home and expecting a child? If so, you may be asking yourself, where will all that stuff...

Rent Affordability: Is the “One-Third Rule” Realistic?

When looking for places to live, one of the biggest elements of home shopping that people take into consideration is affordability. Personal finance experts...

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 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...

Is Chicago A Good Place To Live?

Thinking about moving to Chicago? You’ve come to the right place. This guide has all the information newcomers need.  A Brief Introduction to Chicago: Facts...

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...

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....

Navigating Tenant Bankruptcy: A Landlord’s Guide to Protecting Rental Investments

Facing a tenant's bankruptcy can be a daunting challenge for landlords. It's a complex legal process that demands careful navigation to protect your rental...

How Not to Fall Victim to a Rental Scam

The apartment hunting process might seem a bit overwhelming, especially if you need to quickly find the right place. When you’re searching for apartments,...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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