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Investments in Qualified Affordable Housing Partnerships, Tax Credit and Other Investments, Net and Variable Interest Entities (Investments in Qualified Affordable Housing Partnerships, Net) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2021 | Dec. 31, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019
Investments in Qualified Affordable Housing Partnerships, Net [Abstract] |  |  |
Minimum compliance period to fully utilize tax credits | 15 years |  |
Investments in qualified affordable housing partnerships, net | $ 289,741 | $ 213,555 |
Accrued expenses and other liabilities — Unfunded commitments | 146,152 | 77,444 |
Tax credits and other tax benefits recognized | 50,591 | 45,971 | $ 46,034
Amortization expense included in income tax expense | $ 33,248 | $ 37,132 | $ 36,561

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