Commitments and Contingencies - Other (Details) $ in Billions	Mar. 31, 2025 USD ($)
Commitments and Contingencies.
Total commitments to purchase and fund mortgage loans	$ 9.9

Amount to be expended to satisfy the terms of arrangements in which the entity has agreed to expend to purchase and fund mortgage loans.

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