Request a Training or a Speaker

CLICK HERE for a list of our currently scheduled, upcoming trainings.

In general, the public is ill advised or unaware of the rights and responsibilities of Minnesota landlords and renters. HOME Line aims to help educate a variety of groups about Minnesota’s state laws (Chapter 504B) that pertain to the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants. Trainings and speeches highlight different aspects of tenants rental rights & responsibilities, depending on the audience.

Groups we’ve spoken to include:

• Tenants
• Transitional housing/shelter residents/participants
• Landlords
• Housing Redevelopment Authorities (HRA’s)
• Social Workers/Service Providers
• Students (both College and High School)
• City Inspectors
• Police Officers/Law Enforcement
• Government Staff
• Individuals About to be Released From Incarceration

If you would like us to speak to your audience, please fill out the form below.

Pricing begins at $150/hour in most cases. Click here for more pricing information. 

Speeches and trainings can be given in Hmong, Spanish, Somali, and English, virtually or in person.

HOME Line can present on a wide variety of landlord/tenant related topics, including, but not limited to:

• Repairs
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    The top reason tenants have historically contacted HOME Line.  Who is responsible for repairs and how can a tenant force this issue for landlords who won’t make needed repairs.
• Evictions
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    Why do landlords file evictions? How does the process work, from beginning to end?
• Security Deposits
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    What are the deadlines with deposits?  Best practices for landlords on deposits. How tenants can best protect their deposit.
• Notice to Vacate at End of Lease
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    These rules generally apply the same for both landlords and tenants and we can explain the most common formats and timelines.
• Privacy
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    When can a landlord enter a rental unit? How much notice is necessary? What about emergencies?
• Discrimination/Fair Housing
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    What groups are protected under federal, state and local law?
• Leases
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    Understanding the most common things that show up in leases. What landlords should/shouldn’t include and what tenants should look for before signing the lease.

If your topic/group is not represented please submit the form below to request an individualized training.

For those interested in volunteering on our tenant hotline please visit  Volunteer Training

Would you like a tenant advocate or attorney to speak to your group?  Submit the form below and we’ll be in touch with you.