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.

20 Ideas for Sending Neighbors Valentine’s Day Love

Valentine's Day is not only about romantic relationships, but also about showing appreciation for those we live with, including our roommates. Living with roommates...

Moving to the Suburbs: Stay or Relocate?

Many often wonder, “Which is the better choice? The city or the suburbs?” Let's look at the perks and cons of moving to the...

How to pay rent when you’ve blown your monthly budget

The scenario is simple. It’s usually not your fault. You were too nice. You wanted to help someone. Okay, fine. Maybe you weren’t bailing...

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...

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...

10 Ways to Make Your Landlord Love You

In the spirit of Valentine's Day, we asked landlords what makes them love their tenants. Here's what we found out: Make a good first impression// Fill...

The Pros and Cons of Buying a Fixer-Upper

Buying property seems more daunting than ever, especially with high-interest rates, low inventory, and an unpredictable economic forecast. With so many factors to consider,...

How to recognize and avoid apartment rental scams

When searching for a new apartment to rent, you’ll probably run into a few listings that make you wonder if it's too good to...

How to Get an Apartment With No Credit?

Renting an apartment can be a daunting task, especially for those with little to no credit history. Landlords and property managers often screen prospective...

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...

Is Pet Insurance Worth It?

When people think of pet ownership, insurance might not be their immediate association. However, there's a significant link between the two, especially for dog...

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...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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