Typically, a Roommate Agreement can be customized more than a Rental Agreement. Do I have to notarize a Roommate Agreement? No, you're not required to notarize a Roommate Agreement. For additional security, you can do so, but inviting two or more witnesses, although that's not a requirement either.
What do I include in a Roommate Agreement? Information about the property, roommates, and original lease. Term or length of the agreement. Rent responsibilities. Security deposit details. Responsibilities for utilities and household costs. House rules, roommate duties, and restrictions. Rules for termination of tenancy.
It is possible to draft your own lease agreement, but you are leaving yourself open to issues.
Here's a list of standard fields that you should include in your lease agreement: Tenant information. Include each tenant's full name and contact information. Rental property description. Security deposit. Monthly rent amount. Utilities. Lease term. Policies. Late fees.