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	Jun. 30, 2018	Dec. 31, 2017	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2018	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2017
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Reconciliation of beginning and ending balances of recurring fair value measurements recognized in balance sheet using significant unobservable (Level 3) inputs [Roll Forward]
Total gains (losses)	(45)		$ (258)	$ 77	$ (301)
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Other real estate owned [Abstract]
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Other real estate owned [Abstract]
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