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?
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