Loans (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Millions	Jun. 30, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010	Jun. 30, 2010
Loans
Unearned income on premium finance receivables	$ 37.3	$ 32.3	$ 36.9
Deferred loan costs and fees net, including fair value purchase accounting adjustments	$ 12.9	$ 12.5	$ 11.7

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