👥 Roommate Agreement
Rent Split, Utilities, House Rules & Early Exit Terms — All States
Prevent Roommate Disputes Before They Start: Roommate conflicts about rent splits, chores, guests, and noise are among the most common calls landlords receive. A roommate agreement is a contract between co-tenants — it doesn’t involve the landlord, but having co-tenants settle expectations in writing before move-in dramatically reduces disputes that escalate to you.
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A roommate agreement is a contract between co-tenants living in the same rental unit. The landlord is not a party to it, but landlords benefit when co-tenants have clear written expectations — it reduces the calls you get when roommates disagree.
What It Should Cover
Rent split and payment method, utilities, security deposit contribution, shared space rules (cleaning, quiet hours, guests), early move-out terms, and how disputes will be resolved. The more specific, the better.
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Screen every adult occupant individually. If one roommate is added mid-lease, use a Lease Amendment to add them to the lease, and run a background check first.
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