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 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...

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...

What To Do In Chicago (2026): A Guide For Renters In...

TL;DR: Chicago has plenty to do for families, career-driven individuals, couples, and seniors alike. From free attractions like parks and museums to high-end luxury,...

Cost of Living in Los Angeles: Guide for Renters and Landlords

TL;DR The cost of living in Los Angeles is well above the national average, driven mainly by housing cost, transportation expenses, and food prices. Rent...

8 Tips for DIY Balcony Gardening

A garden balcony can give you endless hours of serene pleasure, and the nice thing about such a haven is the fact that you...

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...

Water-Saving Devices for Your Rental

We all know that going green is in these days, and for good reasons, too: global warming, climate changes, diminishing natural resources, carbon emission and growing...

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......

The Latest Eviction Laws You Should Be Aware Of

Breaking down the latest housing news and eviction laws- with helpful resources included The ongoing coronavirus crisis is still affecting industries and people worldwide, but...

The peaceful tenant’s guide to coping with noisy neighbors

You were so relieved to find what you thought was the perfect apartment, in what seemed like a quiet area. But now your dream...

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...

Best of CES 2016

Last week all the fancy tech companies headed to Las Vegas for a little something called CES (Consumer Electronics Show). Amidst the smart cars and...
There's a smarter way to rent.
There's a smarter way to rent.

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