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Being a Good Roommate 

  • A roommate agreement puts into writing the duties and obligations of each tenant in the rental property.  Co-tenant obligations can include cleaning up after self and paying bills on time. 
  • Look at the Roommate Guidebook on how to be a good roommate and what to discuss upon moving into a unit. 
  • Take the time to review the following Roommate Agreement, download and use as a baseline for you and your roommate's agreement. 

Developing a sense of belonging in your home 

  • Ask the landlord before if you can paint, hang pictures and curtains.  Add touches to allow you to feel comfortable in the unit without causing damage that you may need to pay for later. 

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