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.

Renting an apartment while living with debt

Renting an apartment can be costly, especially during times when making rent payments may be challenging. Most financial planners recommend spending no more than...

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...

Top 6 Essential Apartment Features for Elevating Your Living Experience

Finding the perfect apartment is an exciting endeavor. It's a place where we unwind, recharge, and make lasting memories. However, with the abundance of...

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......

Late Rent: What You Need to Know About Late Fees, Evictions,...

Late rent payments can be a bigger issue than you might think. Even if you only pay a small late fee, you could be...

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...

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...

Ask A Landlord: Can I DIY?

For our new "Ask a Landlord" series we'll be asking real property owners for their advice about your burning questions. This time we asked Cynthia...

Understanding Emotional Support Animals (ESAs): A Guide for Landlords and Tenants

Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) play a crucial role in the lives of many people with emotional or psychological disabilities. The rental industry often grapples...

Pre-Winter Maintenance Tips for Renters (And What Your Landlord Should Do)

Once the temperatures drop, it’s time to prepare our homes for the winter months. Renters and landlords alike both share some of this responsibility....

5 Tips to Live a More Sustainable Lifestyle

The headlines about climate change over the past few years have been dire. “Climate change adversely affecting Virginians’ health”, “Central Florida heatwaves bring urgency of...

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

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