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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Residential Whole Loans) (Details) | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2020
Accounting Policies [Abstract] |
Number of days considered to classify loans delinquent | 60 days
Weighted Average LTV Ratio | 80.00%

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