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Loans and finance receivables - Narrative (Detail) | Dec. 31, 2024
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Manufactured and Site-built Home Loans [Member] |
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items] |
Percent of loan balances considered to be current as to payment status | 96.00%

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