Resources for Homeowners

Home Improvement Loan programs from the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA).

Foreclosure Prevention programs and information from the MHFA's site.  Includes information on the Foreclosure Prevention Assistance Program (FPAP) and also links to tips on avoiding predatory lending scams at Don't Borrow Trouble.

Getting Rid of Yard Waste and Hazardous Waste

Ramsey County Collection and Compost Sites accepting yard waste, compost and sites accepting brush. 

Household Waste collection sites in Ramsey County. 

Getting Rid of Other Stuff

Goodwill donation/drop-off site -- 553 Fairview Ave. in Saint Paul (just north of University Avenue) 

Twin Cities Free Market where you can advertise what you're trying to get rid of and whoever wants it will come and get it!  (Also a good place to shop for free stuff that YOU need)

RainGarden Workshops and Watershed Stewardship Grants

Get help beautifying your property while improving the environment at the same time!  Capitol Region Watershed District is sponsoring Rain Garden Workshops and watershed Stewardship Grants for homeowners!