Renting Guide
What is a flatmate agreement?
The legal difference between a tenant and a flatmate.
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A flatmate agreement is a written document that clarifies rules and expectations in a shared home, helping prevent disputes over rent, bills, and chores. It's essential for situations where not everyone is on the official tenancy agreement.
Unlike tenants, who are on the lease and covered by the Residential Tenancies Act, flatmates are not. This agreement protects both the head tenant and flatmates by outlining rent amounts, bond details, notice periods, and house rules. Breaches can be taken to the Disputes Tribunal.
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