Mortgage Loan Loss Allowance

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2014

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Mortgage Loan Loss Allowance

15. Mortgage Loan Loss Allowance

During the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, the Company recognized pre-tax charges for loan losses related to mortgage loans sold of approximately $2,400, $2,300 and $1,300, respectively. Included in the Mortgage Banking segment’s “Accounts payable and other liabilities” line item on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets is a mortgage loan loss allowance equal to approximately $10,000 and $8,200 at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively.