Roommate Agreement

Letting a friend move in while they regroup? This agreement spells out who’s paying for what, who’s doing what, and what happens when one of you brings home a surprise dog. It's not just for college kids. Roommate friction can be real and this keeps it from turning into a court case.

What It Does

• Outlines each roommate’s responsibilities, amounts, and due dates;

• Covers rent, utilities, chores, quiet hours, and guests;

• Sets expectations around lease terms and moving out.

What It Doesn’t Do

• Override the main lease or landlord agreement;

• Handle eviction or legal landlord-tenant disputes;

• Replace communication; be adults and talk.

Who Needs to Sign

• All of you.

Does It Need to Be Notarized in Michigan?

Nope.

Bottom Line

Living with someone who pays rent with you? Make it legal and official. This agreement keeps your relationship intact and your fridge drama-free. Unless it’s about who ate the last slice of za; nothing we can do about that.

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