Roommate Agreement

A Roommate Agreement establishes rules, utility divisions, rent splits, and house guidelines between roommate housemates sharing a property.

Common Clauses

• Rent split details and payment dates to the master tenant
• Utility cost division method (electricity, water, internet)
• Room allocation and shared space usage guidelines
• Guest policies and quiet hour parameters
• Cleaning and chore rotation schedules

Common Red Flags

• Lack of clear procedures if a roommate decides to move out early
• Broad guest rules allowing long-term visitors without consensus
• Unfair utility distribution that does not account for variable usage
• Vague cleaning guidelines leading to house disputes

Questions To Ask Before Signing

• How is rent paid to the landlord (master tenant or separate checks)?
• What notice is required if a roommate wants to move out?
• How are shared house supplies (cleaning tools, toilet paper) purchased?
• What guest stay limits are we establishing?