Fitch Withdraws Ratings on Strand Capital LLC.

NEW YORK -- At the request of the issuer, Fitch has withdrawn the 'F1+' rating for Strand Capital LLC, the short-term note program sponsored by Washington Mutual Bank. All outstanding notes have been paid in full as of Feb. 21, 2007.

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