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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

2027

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.

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

Recorded Webinars

eLearning Courses

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

NEW USERS: Instructions to Create Your Account

Creating an eLearning Training Account

Use the following steps to create an eLearning account for Minnesota Housing’s eLearning training site.

Step 1

Go to https://mnhousing.coursemill.com/mhfa/home.html to access Minnesota Housing’s eLearning training site.

Step 2

You will see a pop-up Sign In box. Select the “Create New User” button.

Step 3

The “Select an Organization” box will appear. In the Organization drop-down box, select Single Family. Select the Continue button.

  • Note: You do not need to enter an Access Code.

Step 4

The “Create New User” box will appear. Enter your information in the fields that appear under each tab. Fields with an asterisk “*” are required.

  • User Profile Tab – Create a username, password and fill in contact information fields.
    • WCAG Assistance – Check this box if the user requires “WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) Assistance” for making the web content more accessible. 
  • Sub Orgs Tab – Select which Minnesota Housing programs you work with. 
  • Personal Info Tab – If you have an NMLS #, enter it here. You can also enter your company/ organization name and job title.

Step 5

Accept the Terms of Use by selecting the Accept button. 

How to Access your Training Transcript

Training Transcript

Use the steps below to view or download the training transcript for an account on Minnesota Housing’s eLearning training site. 

Step 1

Go to https://mnhousing.coursemill.com/mhfa/home.html to access Minnesota Housing’s eLearning training site. Log in with your username and password.

Step 2

From the home dashboard, select the “Transcript” option from the left-side menu.

Step 3

The training transcript will appear on screen. Enrollment dates can be adjusted at the top of the screen. Click “Run Report” if any date adjustments are made.

Step 4

Click “Download Report” to generate a printer-friendly version of the transcript.

•    Please Note: The “Certificates” option is NOT enabled. The system will not generate completion certificates. Download the transcript to show completions. 

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)
  • Lock, Fee & SRP Guide (10 min)
  • Fix Up Overview (20 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 and How To Videos:

Make Changes and Re-lock a Loan Demo (Run Time 02:06)

Enter and Lock a Loan Demo (Run time 09:49)

How To Cancel a Loan (Run time 00:34)

How To Complete the Doc Prep Screen (Run time 01:10)

How To Complete the True and Certify (Run time 00:39)

How To Correct Errors on a Loan (Run time 01:05)

How To Extend a Rate Lock (Run time 00:40)

How To Generate Documents (Run time 00:46)

How To Complete the Lock Action (Run time 00:40)

How To Open the Workflow Menu (Run time 00:29)

How To Set Up an Interest Credit Closing(Run time 0:55)

Step by Step Guides

Web Administrators

Web Administrators update accounts for users who work for their company.  The Web Administrator System Guide 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