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.

Transform Your Rental Balcony or Patio into a Cozy Retreat

When you first moved into your rental, that small patio or balcony may have seemed like a charming feature. However, if you find yourself...

Is Chicago A Good Place To Live?

Thinking about moving to Chicago? You’ve come to the right place. This guide has all the information newcomers need.  A Brief Introduction to Chicago: Facts...

How to Rent an Apartment with Bad Credit

Can you rent an apartment with a less-than-stellar credit score? The simple answer is yes. However, navigating rentals with bad credit can be challenging, especially...

Complete Checklist for Renting a House for the First Time

Are you getting ready to rent a house for the very first time? Congratulations! Renting a home is a big step in your personal growth and...

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...

Best places for free moving boxes

Congratulations on your new home! Now that you’re moving, you have a million and one things to think about and prepare for. Like renting...

What $1,500 Gets You In 5 Cities  

No matter where you're living, rent probably takes up a sizable chunk of your budget. But how does what you're paying compare to rent prices...

5 Devastating Rental Property Mistakes to Avoid

When you're looking for a rental property to manage or invest in, the process can feel overwhelming, a bit like navigating a ship through a storm....

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...

What to Expect During the Rental Application Process

After touring apartments and finding one that suits your budget and needs, you need to be quick in starting the application process. After all, Bloomberg reports...

Navigating Unpaid Rent with Roommates

Renting with roommates can become tricky when it comes to ensuring timely rent payments. As a co-tenant, you're collectively responsible for the entire rent...

Question of the Day: Would You Do This?

Would you ever transform a closet into a bedroom? As rent increases in popular cities like NYC, many families are trying to utilize any...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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