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Fair Values of Assets and Liabilities Reconciliation of Level 3 Liabilities (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward] |  |
Beginning Balance | $ 12,276 | $ 20,970
Total (gains) losses—realized/unrealized: |  |
Net revaluations of notes payable associated with structured financings, at fair value | (2,315) | (3,773)
Repayments on outstanding notes payable, net | (721) | (4,921)
Ending Balance | $ 9,240 | $ 12,276

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