Homeownership Programs Lender Training

Multiple training options designed for both new and experienced participating lenders to help you learn about Minnesota Housing loan programs, requirements, and how they work, stay updated on recent changes and get guidance on navigating the loan commitment system.

Monthly Webinars and Update | Hot Topics Calls

Register below to attend monthly webinars or join us for a Hot Topics call.

Instructor Led Webinar Training

Series lays out detailed basics of our programs and criteria, how they work, and will walk through how to access tools and resources.

2026

May 21: Closing and Loan Delivery Essentials with U.S. Bank

Monthly Update and Hot Topics Call

Our popular monthly check-in call to stay informed about the latest on our programs. Calls are held the second Thursday of the month from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. (Central Time) and registering once signs you up for all sessions in the annual series. Attend all or just ones that work for you.

2026 Monthly Update and Hot Topics Call Registration

We welcome input, so email mnhousing.solution@state.mn.us with agenda suggestions and questions.

Recorded Webinars

August 2025: Conventional Loans Training with Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac (run time 49.46)
November 2025: Closing and Loan Delivery Essentials with U.S. Bank (run time 58.18)

eLearning Courses

Self-paced eLearning training modules lay out the basics of Minnesota Housing loan programs, requirements and how they work.

First-time users: Instructions to create account and access courses
Already have an account: Access your training transcript and take courses

Available Courses:

Start Up Eligibility Basics (20 min)
Start Up Income (30 min)
Subsidy Recapture (10 min)
Navigating Conventional Loans (15 min)
Step Up Overview (15 min)
Downpayment and Closing Cost Loans (20 min)
Closing and Delivery Essentials (30 min)
Fix Up Overview (20 min)
Lock, Fee, and SRP (10 min)

In-Person Training Events

There are no in-person training events scheduled at this time. Please check back soon.

Loan Commitment System Guidance

How do I get access to the Loan Commitment System?

Your organization's web administrator will provide your username and initial password, and address any questions about your permissions. If you don't know who the web administrator is contact us at 800.710.8871 or mnhousing.solution@state.mn.us.

Please note: The Loan Commitment System is only compatible with Microsoft Edge, Chrome and Firefox.

Homeownership Loan Programs

Recorded demonstrations and guides on how to access and use the Minnesota Housing Loan Commitment System

Demonstrations

Locking a loan (Run time 15:32)
Making Changes and Repricing a Loan (Run time 08:44)
Ordering Documents (Run time 05:24)
Document Preparation (Run time 08:36)
True & Certify (Run time 06:03)
Adding 3rd or 4th Borrowers (Run time 05:53)
Interest Credit Closing (Run time 11:16)

Step by Step Guides

Homeownership System Guide (PDF)

Web Administrators

Web Administrators update accounts for users who work for their company. The Web Administrator Guide (PDF) includes detailed instructions on how to add, deactivate or change user permissions in the Minnesota Housing Commitment System.

To change the designated Web Administrator for your company, complete and submit an Existing Lending Partner Web Admin Change Form

Questions?
Partner Solutions Team availability: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on business days

mnhousing.solution@state.mn.us
651.296.8215
800.710.8871

Training questions: Tasha Merritt | 651.539.9921