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.

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...

Summer Decor Projects: Big Appeal For Small Apartments 

Don't limit your style just because you're limited on space. These fun and simple projects are perfect for apartment dwellers because they add a...

Budget Décor Ideas for Small Rental Homes

Moving to a new home gives you an opportunity to redo the entire interior. We all love living in places that are a manifestation...

Rental Ready for the Holidays: Decorating Tips for Apartment Living

Just because you're in a rented space doesn't mean you can't infuse it with holiday cheer and style. We've curated a collection of creative...

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...

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...

How To: Soundproof Your Apartment

Nothing can make you despise your rental quicker than excessive noise. Like when you discover you have the kind of neighbors who do intense cardio at...

What’s Your Holiday Decorating Style?

I have a theory that there are two types of people when it comes to apartment-dwelling decorators; the type that saves valuable space for...

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....

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...

Tenant’s Guide to Flood Prevention: 5 Tips and Tricks for Waterproofing...

There's arguably nothing worse than relaxing in your rental home on a rainy day and suddenly dealing with water seeping into your basement. For...

Dealing with a Home Robbery: A Landlord’s Guide

Discovering that your rental property has been burglarized is a distressing experience that can leave you feeling overwhelmed. However, with a well-prepared plan in...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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