Roommate Form Contract Format In Oakland
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Breaking a lease in California with a roommate happens. If you or a roommate moves out, you're both still responsible for paying rent as per your lease. If the person not making the payment (breaking the lease) has a co-signer, the co-signer will be contacted for the remaining rent.
The landlord can include you in an eviction (unlawful detainer) court case even if your name is not on the lease or rental agreement.
How to write a California lease agreement Identify the parties involved. Clearly state the names and contact information of both the landlord and the prospective tenant. Define the rental property. Specify the lease term. Outline rent and payment terms. Include important provisions. Comply with legal requirements.
How to write a roommate agreement Names of both tenants. The property address. The dates the lease begins and ends. The amount of rent each person pays. Who pays for utilities. Who pays the security deposit. Which bedroom each person occupies. Who buys food, or if you're each buying your own food.
Understanding Roommate Laws in California Co-tenant: If your roommate signed the lease with you, they have equal rights to the property. Evicting them often requires coordination with the landlord.
Contact us at housing@oakland or (248) 370-3570 and we will be happy to assist you. To cancel your on-campus housing, you will need to complete a Contract Release Form online.
Agreements that are over a year should be in writing to be enforceable in court. Agreements that are a year or less can be verbal or written.