Roommate Moving-Out Checklist

When a roommate moves out there is more to handle than just finding a replacement. This checklist ensures a smooth transition that protects everyone involved including the person leaving, the people staying, and any new roommate.

Financial wrap-up includes settling all shared expenses, returning any deposits they contributed to, transferring utility accounts if they are in their name, and updating the rent payment arrangement. Get everything settled in writing before they leave.

Physical transition means they should remove all belongings by the agreed date, clean their room and any personal areas, return keys and access cards, and transfer any subscriptions or services in their name to someone else.

Administrative tasks include updating your roommate agreement, revising the chore chart, updating the expense tracker, changing any shared passwords, and notifying your landlord if required by the lease terms.

Preparing for the new roommate involves cleaning the vacant room, taking photos of its condition, agreeing on furnished versus unfurnished, updating the household agreement for the new person, and planning a welcome orientation.

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