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.

7 Things Every First-Time Apartment Renter Should Know

Congratulations! Your very first apartment! Are you excited, nervous, or even anxious?  That’s normal; there are tons of things to check and prepare for when...

Pantone Color of the Year

Pantone announced it's color of the year yesterday and the response was...underwhelming. Plenty of people made obligatory jokes about it being the "neutral of...

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...

Is Orem Utah A Good Place to Live?

TL;DR: Orem Utah offers strong educational opportunities, access to outdoor recreation in Provo Canyon and Utah Lake, and a prime location to nearby cities....

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...

Living in Lehi Utah

TL;DR: Living in Lehi, Utah, means high median household income, above-average housing costs, and easy access to outdoor fun. With realistic budgeting and tools...

3 Tips When Moving In with a Stranger

If you're a renter, at some point you'll likely move in with a stranger. Ideally your new roommate will be delightful and result in...

How to be a zero-waste renter

The ice caps are melting. The air is becoming more polluted each day. Landfills are expanding at alarming rates. Each person’s day-to-day activities and actions...

What to Do if Your Maintenance Request Isn’t Completed

You deserve to live in a safe home. Even though landlord/tenant responsibilities regarding maintenance vary greatly by region, there are a few basic standards...

Understanding The Pros And Cons Of Living In Salt Lake City

Are you looking for somewhere new to live, and Salt Lake City, Utah is one of your options? Before you can fully commit to...

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...

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

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