Nonperforming Assets (Parenthetical) (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Jun. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
OREO	$ 177	$ 140

Amounts not included in OREO because they represent receivables on federally insured FHA/VA foreclosures.

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