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Disclosures about Fair Value of Financial Instruments - Narrative (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2015
Mar. 31, 2014
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Loans held for sale, average life from purchase to sale 16 days  
Five-year Senior Unsecured Notes [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Issuance of senior unsecured notes   $ 63us-gaap_DebtLongtermAndShorttermCombinedAmount
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