Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests and Equity (Details) - fund	Jun. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Equity [Abstract]
Number of funds, carrying value adjusted to redemption value	9	6

Number of Funds, Carrying Value Adjusted to Redemption Value

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