Note 7 - Variable Interest Entities

6 Months Ended

Jun. 30, 2022

Notes to Financial Statements

Variable Interest Entity Disclosure [Text Block]

7. Variable Interest Entities

The Company contributes certain receivables to VIEs. These entities are sometimes established to facilitate third party financing. When assets are contributed to a VIE, they serve as collateral for the debt securities issued by that VIE. The evaluation of whether the entity qualifies as a VIE is based upon the sufficiency of the equity at risk in the legal entity. This evaluation is generally a function of the level of excess collateral in the legal entity. We consolidate VIEs when we hold a variable interest and are the primary beneficiary. We are the primary beneficiary when we have the power to direct activities that most significantly affect the economic performance and have the obligation to absorb the majority of the losses or benefits. In certain circumstances we guarantee the performance of the underlying debt or agree to contribute additional collateral when necessary. When collateral is pledged it is not available for the general use of the Company and can only be used to satisfy the related debt obligation. The results of operations and financial position of consolidated VIEs are included in our consolidated financial statements.

The following table presents a summary of VIEs in which we had continuing involvement or held a variable interest (in millions):

	As of
	June 30, 2022		December 31, 2021
Unrestricted cash and cash equivalents	$	184.5	$	209.5
Restricted cash and cash equivalents		25.0		75.9
Loans, interest and fees receivable, at fair value		1,461.3		925.5
Loans, interest and fees receivable, gross		—		369.6
Allowances for uncollectible loans, interest and fees receivable		—		(55.1	)
Deferred revenue		—		(8.2	)
Total Assets held by VIEs	$	1,670.8	$	1,517.2
Notes Payable, net held by VIEs	$	1,359.7	$	1,223.4
Maximum exposure to loss due to involvement with VIEs	$	1,459.3	$	1,289.1