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Commitments and Contingencies (Corporate Loans) (Details) - Corporate Loans $ in Millions | Dec. 31, 2019 USD ($)
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Other Commitments [Line Items] |
Commitment to lend | $ 150.0
Amount drawn | $ 109.5

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