Fannie Mae Selling Guide B3-3.1-02: Tax Return and Transcript Documentation Requirements

Document
Fannie Mae Single Family Selling Guide
Section date
Version in Zeitro Strata
Where
pages 321–324 of 1196

Tax returns and transcripts can be used to calculate and verify certain types of borrower income.

Fannie Mae Selling Guide B3-3.1-02, pages 321–324

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What this section covers

  • Federal Income Tax Return Standards
  • Using Tax Return Transcripts in Lieu of Tax Returns
  • Use of IRS Form 4506-C to Verify Borrower Income Documentation
  • Retaining Tax Documents

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