What are the requirements for retirement income paid in the form of a distribution?

If retirement income is paid in the form of a distribution from a 401(k), IRA, or Keogh retirement account, determine whether the income is expected to continue for at least three years after the date of the mortgage application. Eligible retirement account balances (from a 401(k), IRA, or Keogh) may be combined for the purpose of determining whether the three-year continuance requirement is met.

Note: The borrower must have unrestricted access to the accounts without penalty.

For additional information, see B3-3.1-09, Other Sources of Income.

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