Cohabitation Agreement Preparation Checklist
Review the topics, check what you have discussed, and print the list for your own records or a legal consultation.
Free · No signup · Works in your browser
Cohabitation agreement preparation
0 of 16 items checked · Skip anything that does not apply.
Housing and expenses
Property and debt
Changes and separation
Professional advice
Refreshing clears your checkmarks. Only print or keep a copy where it is safe to do so.
About the cohabitation agreement preparation checklist
A cohabitation agreement may address financial and property arrangements between people who live together. Before drafting one, it helps to identify each person's expectations and the records a lawyer may need.
This page is a preparation checklist, not a fillable agreement or legal document. State law and individual circumstances affect what an agreement can cover and whether it can be enforced.
How it works
Review practical topics
Consider housing, contributions, property, debt and what happens if living arrangements change.
Mark your progress
Check topics you have already discussed or documents you have gathered.
Get local advice
Bring your questions to a local attorney before relying on or signing an agreement.
Ways couples use this tool
Before moving in
Identify expectations and records worth discussing.
Before drafting
Prepare a focused list for independent legal advice.
Things to keep in mind
- Discuss whose name is on a deed, lease or loan separately from who pays a bill.
- Consider independent advice for each person.
- Keep records securely and discuss only when it is safe to do so.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a cohabitation agreement template?
No. It is a checklist to help you prepare for a discussion or legal consultation. It does not create a document to sign.
Does a cohabitation agreement change a mortgage or lease?
A private agreement does not automatically change a lender's or landlord's rights. Ask a local attorney about your documents.