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Commitments and Contingencies - Additional Information (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023 USD ($) Investment Agreement | Dec. 31, 2022 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Commitments And Contingencies [Abstract] |  |  |
Number of real estate investment funds | Investment | 10 |  |
Real estate investment funds | $ 38.8 |  |
Real estate technology and other real estate investments commitment funds | 19.2 |  |
Compensation expense, recognized | $ 0.6 | $ (0.2) | $ 0.1
Number of deferred compensation agreement with former executive officer | Agreement | 1 |  |

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