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Commitments And Contingencies (Narrative) (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Sep. 30, 2019 | Sep. 30, 2018
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Schedule Of Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items] |  |
Loss Contingency Accrual | $ 12 |
Loss Contingency, Range of Possible Loss, Portion Not Accrued | 30 |
Purchase obligation over the next twelve months | 8,000 |
Other Receivables | 693 | $ 757
Realogy [Member] |  |
Schedule Of Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items] |  |
Other Receivables | 25 |
Wyndham [Member] |  |
Schedule Of Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items] |  |
Other Receivables | $ 15 |

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