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Mortgage Loan Loss Allowance | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015
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15. | Mortgage Loan Loss Allowance
During the years ended December 31, 2015, 2014 and 2013, the Company recognized pre-tax charges for loan losses related to mortgage loans sold of approximately $2,700, $2,400 and $2,300, respectively. Included in the Mortgage Banking segment’s “Accounts payable and other liabilities” line item on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets is a mortgage loan loss allowance equal to approximately $12,300 and $10,000 at December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively.

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