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Basis and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Hurricane Impact (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2017 | Sep. 30, 2018
Accounting Policies [Abstract] |  |
Estimated losses related to merchandise on hand an on lease destroyed or severely damaged | $ 2.9 |
Insurance proceeds received, before tax | 1.5 |
Accounts receivable and lease merchandise, additional reserves recorded | $ 3.6 |
Partial cash payment from insurer |  | $ 2.2
Insurance settlements receivable |  | $ 1.8

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