Housing Rights

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Fact Sheets

COVID-19: Renters' Rights and the end of the Eviction Moratorium

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COVID-19: Mortgage Payments and Foreclosures During the Pandemic

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Helpful Websites

Information on Remote Court Hearings

Author: Minnesota Courts

The Minnesota Judicial Branch is conducting some court hearings remotely using Zoom, WebEx, and/or VMR. This site includes information for attorneys, parties, and others who are required to appear at remote hearings.

Go to the website: Remote Hearings in Minnesota Courts

Minnesota COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program Information

Author: State of Minnesota

On July 14, 2020 Governor Walz announced a housing assistance program. The link below has FAQ's about that program. It is now open for applications. To go through an application screening, see this page: https://www.housinghelpmn.org/.

Go to the website: COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program FAQ's

Rent Assistance & Eviction Moratorium End Information from Minnesota Housing

Author: Minnesota Housing

Information about the RentHelpMN program, including who is eligible and how to apply. View and download FAQ's about the eviction moratorium ending, important dates, and your application for rent assistance.

Go to the website: Minnesota Housing Rent Assistance and Eviction Moratorium Ending

Minnesota COVID-19 Housing Assistance Application

Author: Minnesota Housing

Website to learn if you qualify for Minnesota COVID-19 housing assistance.

Go to the website: Minnesota COVID-19 Housing Assistance Pre-Application

Protections for Renters During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Author: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

If you’re having trouble making rent payments as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, you are not alone. Fortunately, there are steps all renters can take, as well as many significant protections from eviction that apply in certain situations. This website has information on new protections and where to get more help.

Go to the website: Protections for Renters During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Mortgage and Housing Assistance During the Coronavirus National Emergency

Author: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

If you're concerned about how to pay your mortgage or rent due to the coronavirus national emergency, this website has information on what to do now, and what your options are for mortgage and rent payment relief.

Go to the website: Mortgage and Housing Assistance

Guide to coronavirus mortgage relief options

Author: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

If you’re among those financially impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, you might be concerned about how to pay your mortgage or rent. Federal and state governments have announced plans to help struggling homeowners during this time. Read this to get information on what to do now, and what your options are for mortgage and rental relief.

Go to the website: Guide to coronavirus mortgage relief options

COVID-19 Resources for Landlords - HousingLink

Author: HousingLink

This page has information for landlords on common rental issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Go to the website: COVID-19 Resources for Landlords - HousingLink

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Videos

CARES Act Mortgage Forbearance: What You Need to Know - Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Rental Assistance in Minnesota

Source: Interfaith Action of Greater St. Paul / Education for Justice

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