In the latest Sims 4 For Rent expansion pack, Residential Rental Units bring a new level of challenge for both players and virtual tenants. To ensure a smooth landlord-tenant relationship, here’s a quick breakdown of the unit rules you need to know.
How Do Unit Rules Work in The Sims 4: For Rent?
No Social Events
- Hosting any kind of social events will be strictly off-limits at this Residential Rental Unit.
Imagine a chill Residential Rental Unit where throwing parties is a big no-no. Encourage your Sims to mingle elsewhere to keep the place zen. It’s a haven for those who dig a laid-back virtual vibe.
No Loud Noises
- Tenants will be prohibited from having TVs or stereos on between 10 PM and 6 AM. Beware: Sims enjoys watching TV or listening to loud music, so this might make for an unpopular Property Owner.
Even virtual Sims need their beauty sleep, and the game gets it. Between 10 PM and 6 AM, hit pause on the TV and stereos to let your Sims snooze in peace.
Maximum Occupancy
- Two’s a crowd, three there’s a party, and four Sims in the household violate the Maximum Occupancy rule.
Home is where the heart is, but there’s a headcount limit in this Rental Unit. The maximum number of people allowed is three. If you have four, it’s too much, and you’re breaking this rule.
Plan your virtual family wisely because breaking this limit with a fourth member means dealing with consequences.
No Trash Overload
- Tenants must maintain a clean living space. Clean appliances are a must and accumulated trash or trash piles will not be tolerated.
A tidy space equals happy Sims. Is trash piling up? Yep, it’s a real-world hassle here too. Manage it right to keep your Sims in good spirits.
No Ghosts
- The afterlife is an afterthought here; no ghosts will be allowed to live in this Residential Rental unit.
Supernatural vibes are cool, just not in this Rental Unit. Ghosts aren’t welcome. Rental Units are a no-go zone for the afterlife.
A bit of humor and practicality in the game, reinforcing the idea that the living and the dead need their separate spaces.
What Happens if Tenants Break The Unit Rules?
Tenants in The Sims: For Rent face fines if they break the Unit Rules. The fine amount varies based on the specific rule they violate. Some rules incur milder fines, whereas others carry hefty penalties.
As a landlord, you can post fines remotely using the mailbox or prosecute fines directly.
Fines for Rule Violations:
- Breaking the Maximum Occupancy rule results in a hefty 1,000 Simoleons fine.
- Accumulated trash or trash piles result in a 600 Simoleons fine.
- Hosting social events results in a 600 Simoleons fine.
- Creating loud noises brings you a 250 Simoleon fine.
- Having ghosts on your lot results in a hefty 1,000 Simoleons fine.
If tenants refuse to pay the fines, you can Justly Evict them.
Enjoy the game!