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.

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...

Moving? 7 Tips for Downsizing Into an Apartment

Most of us are pretty darn good at accumulating stuff — and cleverly stashing it around our homes to give us the false security that...

From Tenant with Love: Small Gestures that Show Landlord You Care

As a tenant, it can be easy to forget that your landlord is also a human being who appreciates feeling appreciated. Building a good...

How to Address Common Rental Issues With Your Landlord

Renting is a popular option for millions of Americans. One of the biggest benefits of renting is that if something goes wrong on the...

Simple Home Improvement Projects You Can Make as a Tenant

Renting is a popular option for many Americans. As of 2019, there were over 44 million renters in the U.S., and just under 20...

First-Time Renter Checklist: 10 Things To Follow For Success

Renting an apartment or house for the first time can be an exciting and overwhelming experience. To make the process as smooth as possible,...

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...

The Buy vs Rent Dilemma

Let me guess. Commitment problems? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. Or is it the significant price difference? The location? I know, I know......

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...

10 Essential Steps to Take Before Moving Day

Moving to a new place, whether it's a cozy studio or a spacious house, requires thorough preparation. From notifying your property manager to packing...

The Tenant’s Guide: 10 Questions to Ask Your Landlord Before You...

As a tenant, you want to make sure you are moving into a property that meets your needs and expectations. To ensure that, you...

How to find the right rental for your budget

Apartment hunting is a grind, especially in crowded cities like New York or San Francisco. You need to have a game plan and do...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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