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Restriction on Distribution of Net Assets from Subsidiary | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2017
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Restriction on Distribution of Net Assets from Subsidiary | Note 11: Restriction on Distribution of Net Assets from Subsidiary WMMRC has net assets totaling $32.8 million and $33.8 million as of March 31, 2017 and December 31, 2016, respectively. These net assets are not immediately available for distribution to WMIH due to restrictions imposed by trust agreements, and the requirement that the Insurance Division of the State of Hawaii must approve dividends from WMMRC. Distributions from WMMRC to WMIH are further restricted by the terms of the Runoff Notes and Indentures described in Note 7: Notes Payable.

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