Cash and Cash Equivalents (Details) $ in Thousands	Mar. 31, 2025 USD ($)
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Abstract]
Gross cash pool position	$ 102,623
Less: cash pool borrowings	(47,492)
Net cash pool position	$ 55,131

Cash Balance, Collateral, Obligation to Return Cash

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