Free Roommate Agreement Template

A roommate agreement is your household's foundation. Unlike a lease which covers legal obligations to your landlord, a roommate agreement covers how you and your roommates will live together day to day.

This template covers all the essentials including rent allocation and payment deadlines, utility bill splitting, chore rotations, quiet hours, guest policies, shared supply purchases, and conflict resolution steps.

Fill in each section together on move-in day. Be specific because vague agreements lead to misunderstandings. Saying we will keep things clean is not as good as dishes washed within 12 hours, kitchen wiped down daily, bathroom cleaned on rotating weekly schedule.

Include a review clause where you agree to revisit the agreement every three months. Living situations evolve and your rules should too. Set a calendar reminder for your first review so it actually happens.

Sign and date the agreement. While not legally binding like a lease, a signed document shows everyone took it seriously and agreed to the terms. Keep a digital copy accessible to all roommates.

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