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Roommate Agreement
What it's for
A written agreement between roommates outlining shared responsibilities, expenses, and house expectations.
Educational — information, not legal advice, and not attorney-reviewed.
When to use it
Use this when you're moving in with roommates or want to formalize an existing shared living arrangement to help prevent misunderstandings.
What to include
- The names of all roommates and the shared rental address
- How rent and shared expenses will be divided among roommates
- How and when payments should be made to each other or to the landlord
- Division of shared chores or household responsibilities
- House expectations about guests, quiet hours, and shared spaces
- What happens if a roommate wants to move out early
What to attach or keep
- A copy of the master lease showing all parties' obligations
- Records of shared expense payments, such as utility bills
- Any earlier written understanding among roommates
- Signed copies of this agreement for each roommate
Before you send
- Discuss and agree on the terms together before finalizing, so everyone's expectations match
- Make sure the agreement is dated and signed by every roommate
- Give each roommate a signed copy to keep as proof everyone agreed
- Let Renter Shield generate and customize this agreement, and help you track any shared deadlines
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