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Commitments and Contingencies (Details) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2016 USD ($)
Commitments and Contingencies |
Co-investment commitments in partnership | $ 77.2
Expected payments to settle contingent obligations | 10.3
Prior Owner |
Commitments and Contingencies |
Reimbursable amount of investment commitments | 15.4
Consolidated Affiliates |
Commitments and Contingencies |
Acquisition agreements contingency liability | 84.9
Equity Method Affiliates |
Commitments and Contingencies |
Acquisition agreements contingency liability | $ 316.5

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