Home Improvement Programs Lender Training

Learn more about Minnesota Housing loan programs, requirements and how they work. Hear about recent updates and get some guidance to get set up in and navigate the loan commitment system. Our Lender Training can lend a hand, with several learning options available to help you successfully originate and process our loans.

Fix Up Loan Program

Do you want to boost your knowledge of Minnesota Housing's Fix Up home improvement loan program? Or do you want to learn how Fix Up can help you serve more clients? This training is designed both for new Fix Up lenders and experienced lenders wanting a refresher, as well as curious lenders who don't yet offer Fix Up, and will cover key features of the program, borrower and property eligibility, and the breadth of permanent home improvements eligible for Fix Up financing.

Lender Connect Calls

Join a Fix Up Lender Connect call where we answer questions about Fix Up and review pertinent program topics. Calls start at 9 a.m. and generally last 15-30 minutes depending on the agenda.

2026

Wednesday, October 21

In Person

These trainings are designed for new Fix Up lenders and experienced lenders wanting a refresher, as well as curious lenders who don't yet offer Fix Up. We'll cover key features of the program, borrower and property eligibility, and the breadth of permanent home improvements eligible for the Fix Up financing.

Check back for future in-person training opportunities.

Webinars

2025

September 30: Recorded Fix Up Training Webinar

Energy Loan Plus

Energy Loan Plus is available for lower-income homeowners to make energy-conservation improvements to their homes.

We have prepared a recorded webinar (run time 30.00) geared towards existing Fix Up lenders and housing professionals who work with homeowners to help learn more about this option. It covers key features of Energy Loan Plus, as well as borrower and project eligibility requirements.

eLearning Courses

Self-Paced eLearning Modules that help build a foundational understanding of Minnesota Housing Loan Programs, eligibility 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.

Rehabilitation Loan Program (RLP) | Emergency & Accessibility Loan Program (ELP)

Questions regarding RLP/ELP? Email us at RLP.ELP@state.mn.us or call our Partners Solution Team at 651.296.8215 or 800.710.8871.

In Person

No In-Person Training scheduled at this time. Please check back soon.

Webinars | Guides

No Webinars, please check back soon.

Loan Commitment System Guidance

Do you need access to the Loan Commitment System? The designated web administrator at your organization will provide you with your username and initial password as well as answer questions about your permissions. Don’t know who your 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

Recorded Program Demonstrations and How To Videos

Making Changes and Repricing a Loan (Run Time 02:53)

How To Enter a New Fix Up Loan (Run time 07:25)

How To Cancel a Loan (Run time 00:34)

How To Complete the Doc Prep Screen (Run time 00:59)

How To Complete the True and Certify (Run time 00:38)

How To Correct Errors in the Commitment System (Run time 01:07)

How To Complete the Repairs and Funds Page (Run time 01:31)

How To Generate Documents (Run time 00:45)

How To Open the Workflow Menu (Run time 00:28)

Commitment System Guides

Step by Step Guides by Program

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 within 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

Questions about RLP/ELP or DRLP? Email below or call the Partner Solutions Team
RLP/ELP: RLP.ELP@state.mn.us
DRLP: DRLP.MHFA@state.mn.us