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 Tenant’s Guide: 10 Questions to Ask Your Landlord Before You...

As a tenant, you want to make sure you are moving into a property that meets your needs and expectations. To ensure that, you...

Top 4 Myths About Renters Insurance

Renters insurance is an often-forgotten coverage that is surprisingly valuable to both tenants and landlords alike. Did you know that, according to the U.S....

Who Pays for Rental Property Damage?

When you own a home, you are solely responsible for its maintenance, whereas when you rent, you may be responsible for some repairs while...

How to Get an Apartment With No Credit?

Renting an apartment can be a daunting task, especially for those with little to no credit history. Landlords and property managers often screen prospective...

Best (removable) home tech for your apartment

As a veteran renter and avid internet shopper, I've spent many hours looking at home tech like smart locks and alarm systems that could...

Mastering the Art of Apartment Hunting

Finding the perfect apartment can be both exciting and a little daunting, especially if you're new to the process. Questions like, "When should I...

5 things to do with the money you’re about to save...

Hey, good news: the rising cost of renting a place is steadily slowing down. Why the change? According to this article, it's because of...

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...

Moving? Here’s how to safely show your apartment

Rental showings during the coronavirus outbreak are one more challenge for landlords and property owners. Tenants are also in a difficult position right now:...

Roommate Survival Guide: Managing Conflict and Creating a Healthy Living Space

Are you sharing your rental space with a roommate who consistently bothers you, shows disrespect, or invades your personal space? Every home should ideally...

Your Maintenance Request Wasn’t Completed. Now What?

The legal standard says that landlords should make sure that their units have certain basic amenities and are safe and habitable for tenants to...

What is alternative credit data and how does it impact your...

Recently I have started to see a lot of companies talking about alternative credit data. Naturally, I became curious and wanted to know what...
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There's a smarter way to rent.

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