HomeHelpMN workshops for homeowners

HomeHelpMN, the state mortgage assistance program, is offering free workshops for applicants this Saturday, March 25 in Minneapolis and on April 11 in St. Cloud.

HomeHelpMN provides up to $50,000 to eligible homeowners who have fallen behind on their mortgage, taxes, lot rent, HOA fees, or other housing-related expenses due to the pandemic while funds remain.

Homeowners who are planning to apply are encouraged to attend one of the program’s upcoming workshops for help with their applications. Computers and scanners will be available and staff will be on hand to assist.

The upcoming HomeHelpMN workshops are taking place on:

• Saturday, March 25, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Thor Building, 1256 Penn Ave. N. #4000, Minneapolis
• Tuesday, April 11, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m., at South Junior High, 1120 15th Ave. S., St. Cloud

Minnesota Housing, the sponsor of HomeHelpMN, is partnering with local organizations to host the workshops and walk attendees through the application process. Co-hosts include Build Wealth MN, Stairstep Foundation, Global Fatherhood Foundation, Lao Assistance Center of Minnesota and Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid.

People may join the workshop at any time and do not need to register in advance. Food will be provided and children are welcome.

To ensure a complete application, attendees should bring the following to the workshop:

• Proof of homeownership
• Photo identification
• Account statements you are requesting assistance for
• Income documentation

For more information about HomeHelpMN, visit homehelpmn.org.