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    Share-house tools for rent, rules and move-in checks

    Split rent fairly, draft a roommate agreement, record condition notes and find state tenancy support before problems start.

    Rent

    Weighted split

    Rules

    House pact

    Move-in

    Condition notes

    Support

    State links

    Rent Splitter

    Fair rent splitter

    Balance bedroom size, private amenities and exact-dollar rounding in a practical share-house estimate.

    Weight 1.69 · Share $553/weekly

    Weight 1.13 · Share $369/weekly

    Weight 0.85 · Share $278/weekly

    This split is a practical estimate only. Housemates should agree in writing before paying.

    Total split

    $1,200

    Balanced estimate
    Alex$553
    Sam$369
    Jordan$278

    Charter

    Roommate charter builder

    Draft house expectations, shared costs and practical routines in a print-safe roommate pact template.

    This roommate pact is a house agreement template, not a replacement for a lease or legal advice.

    Roommate Charter

    House Pact Agreement

    Prepared for 42 Slate Street, Brunswick VIC 3056

    This memorandum records practical shared-living intentions for the residents at the premises in VIC. It is a house agreement template only and should be reviewed against the head lease and local tenancy guidance.

    Premises: 42 Slate Street, Brunswick VIC 3056

    Lease start: 2026-07-01

    Total lease cost: 1200 per week

    Quiet hours: 10:00pm - 7:00am

    Residents

    1. Alex Chen
    2. Sam Rivera
    3. Jordan Lee

    Bill splitting matrix

    Power: Equal split

    Internet: Equal split

    Water usage: Equal split

    Gas: Equal split

    Groceries: Equal split

    Cleaning roster

    Kitchen reset: Alex Chen

    Bathroom detail: Sam Rivera

    Bins & recycling: Jordan Lee

    Lounge vacuum: Alex Chen

    Guest policy: Moderate. Custom rules: Label pantry shelves, reset shared areas nightly, and message the house chat before overnight guests.

    Alex Chen
    Date
    Sam Rivera
    Date
    Jordan Lee
    Date

    Condition

    Personal condition checklist

    Record practical move-in observations by room so condition notes are easier to discuss and keep.

    Take timestamped photos, keep a copy, and confirm condition notes with the household or property manager where relevant.

    01Walls & skirting

    02Lights & socket points

    03Carpet quality

    04Windows / screen keys

    Support

    Tenancy support by state

    Guide-only links to state rental authorities, tribunals and tenant-support services for starting the right follow-up.

    NSW guide only

    NSW Fair Trading

    Tribunal or dispute pathway: NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT)

    Bond guidance

    Check the NSW rental bond guidance for current bond limits, lodgement steps and refund processes.

    Notice guidance

    Check NSW Fair Trading for notice periods because timing can depend on lease type, grounds and circumstances.

    Legislation to check

    Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (NSW)

    Tenant support

    Tenants' Union NSW advice network

    Open state authority Open tenant support

    Guide only. Tenancy rules can change. Check your state authority or get independent advice for your situation.

    Host tools

    Preparing multiple room listings?

    Use the tools to clarify rent splits, bills and house rules, then create a business host profile when you manage several rooms.

    Business host options