Simple agreements
Plain-language agreements for everyday arrangements between people and small businesses.
Agreement templates
- Roommate AgreementWhen you need itYou share a home and want clear rules about rent, bills and chores.Who signsEvery roommate.
- Sublease AgreementWhen you need itYou are renting out your home, or a room in it, for part of your lease.Who signsThe tenant and the subtenant, with the landlord's consent where needed.
- Memorandum of UnderstandingWhen you need itYou and another party agree on a plan, but you don't want a full contract.Who signsBoth parties.
- Hold Harmless AgreementWhen you need itSomeone is using your property or joining an activity and you want the risks written down.Who signsThe person giving the release and the person receiving it.
- Vendor AgreementWhen you need itYou are hiring a supplier or contractor and want scope, price and payment agreed.Who signsThe business and the vendor.
For large sums of money, property or real legal risk, have a qualified professional review the agreement before you sign.
Questions people ask
Is a written agreement better than a verbal one?
Writing it down avoids arguments about what was agreed. It also gives you something to point to later.
Do both people need a copy?
Yes. Each person should keep a signed copy.