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.

Why Landlords Should Require Renters Insurance

What is Apartment Insurance and Why Do You Need It? Apartment insurance, commonly known as renters insurance, is designed to protect renters and their belongings...

5 things your renters insurance policy doesn’t cover

Renters insurance is a big help when your property is lost, broken or stolen. It’s also a big help when you accidentally damage your...

How to Exercise in a Small Apartment

If working out more in 2016 was one of your New Year's resolutions, you've probably already discovered that getting to the gym in the gray,...

How to Keep Your Apartment Cool

Summer is the best. Except when you don't have air conditioning in your four story walk-up and you spend those hazy summer nights Googling,...

Roommate Survival Guide: Managing Conflict and Creating a Healthy Living Space

Are you sharing your rental space with a roommate who consistently bothers you, shows disrespect, or invades your personal space? Every home should ideally...

The Perfect Apartment Based on Your Zodiac Sign. Part 2

Are you a Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, or Pisces looking for the perfect apartment? Your zodiac sign may have some influence on what...

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...

Why Moving Often Costs More Than You Think

Moving can be a difficult process, both emotionally and physically. There’s the anxiety of settling in an unfamiliar city and the exhausting task of...

Movable Gadgets: Home Safety

Make safety your first priority when moving in to a new place. For the first article in our Movable Gadgets series, we have picked...

Apartment Hunting When You’re Unemployed: What You Need to Know

Navigating the rental market can be challenging under the best of circumstances, but doing so while unemployed adds another layer of complexity. With the...

Why Renter’s Insurance Is Essential

While not all landlords require renter’s insurance, it’s always a good idea to purchase a renter’s insurance policy as it is an excellent tool...

Spring Cleaning Tips for Home Care

As the temperatures begin to climb, the promise of spring is in the air, bringing with it warmer weather and the perfect opportunity for...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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