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Contingent Liabilities and Commitments - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended |
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Oct. 31, 2014 | Jul. 31, 2014
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |  |
Standby Repurchase Obligations Amount | $ 1,239,808 |
Term of Commitments | Up to eighteen months |
Repurchase and guarantee reserve balances | $ 4,347 | $ 3,948

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