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Commitments and Contingencies (Rehabilitation Loan Commitments) (Details) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Unfunded commitment for rehabilitation loans	$ 54.4

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Unfunded Commitment

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Balance Type:	credit
Period Type:	instant

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