Amount of the present value of future profits asset amortized.

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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Investments
Present Value of Future Insurance Profits, Amortization Expense	$ 377	$ 1,000	$ 2,000
Private equity/debt funds, real estate funds and tax credit funds
Investments
Period over which recognition of income on funds is delayed	3 months
Allstate Assurance Company [Member]
Investments
Present Value of Future Insurance Profits, Amortization Expense		$ 3,000