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Schedule of Revenues and Operating Loss (Details) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2018 USD ($)
CPFH LLC [Member] |
Schedule Of Equity Method Investments [Line Items] |
Operating loss | $ (115)

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