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Restriction on Distribution of Net Assets from Subsidiary - Additional Information (Detail) (WMMRC [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Dec. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
WMMRC [Member]
     
Financial Receivables Impaired Or Restructured [Line Items]      
Total net assets $ 54.9us-gaap_AssetsNet
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= wmih_WmmrcMember
$ 145.8us-gaap_AssetsNet
/ dei_LegalEntityAxis
= wmih_WmmrcMember
$ 167.0us-gaap_AssetsNet
/ dei_LegalEntityAxis
= wmih_WmmrcMember