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.

What Kind of Rental Do You Belong In?

It was a challenge, but somehow we found a way to make renting even easier. Use this magic quiz to narrow down your apartment...

Too Much Stuff? 3 Simple Steps for Downsizing

You did it! You found your dream apartment in the perfect location. Whether you’re a Baby Boomer downsizing or a Millennial moving for the...

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...

How Tenants Can Protect Themselves Against Summer Pests

For many people, the summer is the most anticipated time of the year. With summer comes warm weather, more opportunities for outdoor activities and...

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...

Transform Your Apartment with These 5 Cozy Fall Decor Ideas

As the leaves outside transform into a kaleidoscope of warm, autumnal hues, it's the perfect time to infuse your apartment with the cozy essence...

10 things to take care of in your apartment before going...

Are you planning an upcoming vacation? Nice, everyone deserves a break once in awhile. Before you pack your bags and hit the road, there...

A Simple Fix for Annoying Cabinets

This blog post might seem kind of random, but I recently fixed a problem that has been plaguing my apartment for months and thought it...

3 Huge Space Saving Hacks for Small Space Nurseries

Are you renting an apartment or small home and expecting a child? If so, you may be asking yourself, where will all that stuff...

5 things you need for your student apartment

Despite everyone’s best efforts, summer is winding down. If you’re heading to college this fall, you’ve probably either settled into your new place or...

How Color Affects Your Home. Light Silver

Gray has been the most popular neutral color for many years, and its popularity shows no signs of waning. While once, gray was associated...

7 Ways to Transform Your Rental Property into a Spooky Halloween...

October has arrived, and you know what that means — spooky season is officially upon us! Time to break out the costumes, candy, and...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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