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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 expectations in a shared home, helping prevent disputes over rent, bills, and chores. It protects both the head tenant and the flatmates.
Unlike tenants who sign the lease and are covered by the Residential Tenancies Act, flatmates are not. This agreement outlines key terms like rent, bond, notice periods, and house rules. Disputes can be taken to the Disputes Tribunal. Tenancy Services provides a useful template.
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