Pre-Agreement Checklist Share accommodation — go through this together before you commit
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Before signing any agreement or transferring any money, use this checklist to confirm the important details with your potential flatmates or landlord. Both parties should work through each section together.
1
Meet All Potential Flatmates Met everyone you'll be living with in person Viewed the property before committing Feel comfortable with the people and the space
2
Exchange Basic Details Full name of each flatmate Current address Phone number and email address Viewed photo ID (driver's licence or passport)
3
Agreement Type Residential tenancy agreement OR common law arrangement Fixed term (specify duration: ___________) OR periodic Viewed and understood the written agreement Know who signed the head tenancy
4
Bond / Security Deposit Bond required: YES / NO Amount: $___________ Bond held by: ___________ Conditions for bond refund are clear Written receipt provided for bond paid
5
Rent Payment Weekly / fortnightly / monthly rent: $___________ Paid to: ___________ Payment method: ___________ Due date: ___________ Receipts or payment confirmation will be provided
6
Bills and Utilities Power: included in rent / split equally / by usage Internet: included in rent / separate / provider: ___________ Water: included / separate Gas: included / separate / N/A Bill payment process agreed on
7
Room Furnishings Room is: furnished / unfurnished / partially furnished Furniture included: ___________ Shared appliances: washing machine / dryer / dishwasher / other Parking: included / extra cost / not available
8
Property Access & Shared Spaces Private areas (bedroom only / storage): ___________ Shared areas: kitchen / bathroom / lounge / laundry / other Bathroom arrangement: ___________ Any off-limits areas noted
9
House Rules Cleaning and chore expectations agreed on Overnight guests: allowed / limits: ___________ Pets: allowed / not allowed / type: ___________ Smoking: outside only / not allowed Quiet hours: ___________ Parties / gatherings: ___________
10
Ending the Arrangement Notice period required: ___________ Early exit conditions (if fixed term): ___________ Condition required at end of tenancy Bond refund process understood
This checklist is for reference only and does not constitute legal advice. For formal tenancy agreements, refer to your local tenancy authority. © Flathive — flathive.co.nz