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.

The advantages (and obligations) of having a co-signer

Finding an apartment you love isn't always easy -- so when you find your dream residence, you don't want anything or anyone standing in...

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...

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...

How to Rent an Apartment with Bad Credit

Can you rent an apartment with a less-than-stellar credit score? The simple answer is yes. However, navigating rentals with bad credit can be challenging, especially...

When Your Apartment is Your Office

Lately more and more offices are becoming "global" and allowing employees to work from home wherever they are. As a result, lots of people are...

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...

Where to Find Free Moving Boxes

Originally published on KSL.  Moving is not easy. Even after you've found somewhere to live, you still have to pack up all that stuff, call...

5 Signs a Rental Property is Unsafe

Before renting a property, it is imperative to make sure that it is free from any health hazards and won’t compromise your and your...

5 Tips to Live a More Sustainable Lifestyle

The headlines about climate change over the past few years have been dire. “Climate change adversely affecting Virginians’ health”, “Central Florida heatwaves bring urgency of...

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....

Tips on Renting a Place for the First Time

You’ve decided to venture out and rent a place of your own, and you finally feel as though you’ve arrived. You’re ready to embrace...

Furnishing Your New Apartment Without Breaking the Bank

Congratulations on your new place! However, you may find yourself without a couch. Furnishing a new apartment on a budget can seem overwhelming, but...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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