AMERCO /NV/, 10-K filed on 25 May 22
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Document and Entity Information - USD ($)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
May 25, 2022
Sep. 30, 2021
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]      
Entity Registrant Name AMERCO    
Entity Central Index Key 0000004457    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Current Fiscal Year End Date --03-31    
Entity Filer Category Large Accelerated Filer    
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer Yes    
Entity Public Float     $ 6,375,692,681
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2022    
Document Type 10-K    
Document Fiscal Period Focus FY    
Document Period End Date Mar. 31, 2022    
Amendment Flag false    
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   19,607,788  
Entity Small Business false    
Entity Emerging Growth Company false    
ICFR Auditor Attestation Flag true    
Entity Shell Company false    
Entity File Number 001-11255    
Entity Tax Identification Number 88-0106815    
Entity Address Address Line 1 5555 Kietzke Lane    
Entity Address Address Line 2 Ste. 100    
Entity Address City Or Town Reno    
Entity Address State Or Province NV    
Entity Address Postal Zip Code 89511    
City Area Code 775    
Local Phone Number 688-6300    
Security 12b Title Common stock, $0.25 par value    
Trading Symbol UHAL    
Security Exchange Name NASDAQ    
Entity Interactive Data Current Yes    
Entity Incorporation State Country Code NV    
Document Annual Report true    
Document Transition Report false    
Auditor Name BDO USA, LLP    
Auditor Location Phoenix, Arizona    
Auditor Firm ID 243    
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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
ASSETS:    
Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,704,137 $ 1,194,012
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net 229,343 224,426
Inventories, net 158,888 105,577
Prepaid expenses 236,915 469,144
Investments, fixed maturities and marketable equities 2,893,399 2,695,656
Investments, other 543,755 489,759
Deferred policy acquisition costs, net 103,828 89,749
Other assets 60,409 47,730
Right of use assets, financing, net 620,824 877,038
Right of use assets, operating 74,382 92,505
Related party assets 47,851 35,395
Subtotal assets 7,673,731 6,320,991
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:    
Land 1,283,142 1,075,813
Buildings and improvements 5,974,639 5,163,705
Furniture and equipment 846,132 786,505
Property, plant and equipment (gross) 13,358,406 11,413,668
Less: Accumulated depreciation (3,732,556) (3,083,053)
Total property, plant and equipment 9,625,850 8,330,615
Total assets 17,299,581 14,651,606
Liabilities:    
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 677,785 645,575
Notes, loans and leases payable 6,022,497 4,668,907
Operating lease liabilities 74,197 92,510
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable 978,254 997,701
Liabilities from investment contracts 2,336,238 2,161,530
Other policyholders' funds and liabilities 10,812 12,420
Deferred income 49,157 42,592
Deferred income taxes, net 1,265,358 1,178,489
Total liabilities 11,414,298 9,799,724
Commitments and contingencies (notes 9, 16, 17 and 18)
Stockholders' equity:    
Additional paid-in capital 453,819 453,819
Accumulated other comprehensive loss 46,384 106,857
Retained earnings 6,052,233 4,958,359
Total stockholders' equity 5,885,283 4,851,882
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity 17,299,581 14,651,606
Series A Preferred Stock [Member]    
Stockholders' equity:    
Preferred stock, value, issued 0 0
Series B Preferred Stock [Member]    
Stockholders' equity:    
Preferred stock, value, issued 0 0
Series A Common Stock [Member]    
Stockholders' equity:    
Common stock, value, issued 0 0
Amerco Common Stock [Member]    
Stockholders' equity:    
Common stock, value, issued 10,497 10,497
Common Stock in Treasury [Member]    
Stockholders' equity:    
Treasury stock, value (525,653) (525,653)
Preferred Stock in Treasury [Member]    
Stockholders' equity:    
Treasury stock, value (151,997) (151,997)
Rental Trailers and Other Rental Equipment [Member]    
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:    
Property subject to or available for operating lease, gross 615,679 477,921
Rental Trucks [Member]    
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:    
Property subject to or available for operating lease, gross $ 4,638,814 $ 3,909,724
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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets Parenthetical
Mar. 31, 2022
$ / shares
shares
Series Preferred Stock With or Without Par Value Authorized [Member]  
Preferred stock:  
Preferred stock, shares authorized 50,000,000
Series A Preferred Stock [Member]  
Preferred stock:  
Preferred stock, shares authorized 6,100,000
Preferred stock, shares issued 6,100,000
Series B Preferred Stock [Member]  
Preferred stock:  
Preferred stock, shares authorized 100,000
Series Common Stock With or Without Par Value Authorized [Member]  
Common stock:  
Common stock, shares authorized 250,000,000
Serial Common Stock [Member]  
Common stock:  
Common stock, shares authorized 10,000,000
Common stock, par or stated value per share | $ / shares $ 0.25
Common Stock [Member]  
Common stock:  
Common stock, shares authorized 250,000,000
Common stock, par or stated value per share | $ / shares $ 0.25
Amerco Common Stock [Member]  
Common stock:  
Common stock, shares authorized 250,000,000
Common stock, shares, issued 41,985,700
Common stock, shares, outstanding 19,607,788
Common stock, par or stated value per share | $ / shares $ 0.25
Common Stock in Treasury [Member]  
Treasury stock:  
Treasury stock, shares 22,377,912
Preferred Stock in Treasury [Member]  
Treasury stock:  
Treasury stock, shares 6,100,000
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Revenues:      
Self-moving equipment rentals $ 3,958,807 $ 3,083,317 $ 2,692,413
Self-storage revenues 617,120 477,262 418,741
Self-moving and self-storage products and service sales 351,447 344,929 265,091
Property management fees 35,194 31,603 30,406
Life insurance premiums 111,027 121,609 127,976
Property and casualty insurance premiums 86,518 68,779 66,053
Net investment and interest income 148,261 122,938 137,829
Other revenue 431,373 291,548 240,359
Total revenues 5,739,747 4,541,985 3,978,868
Costs and expenses:      
Operating expenses 2,676,541 2,187,684 2,117,148
Commission expenses 429,581 329,609 288,332
Cost of sales 259,585 214,059 164,018
Benefits and losses 186,647 179,512 174,836
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 33,854 28,293 31,219
Lease expense 29,910 28,470 26,882
Depreciation, net of (gains) losses on disposals 482,752 609,930 637,063
Net gains on disposal of real estate (4,120) 3,281 (758)
Total costs and expenses 4,094,750 3,580,838 3,438,740
Earnings from operations 1,644,997 961,147 540,128
Other components of net periodic benefit costs (1,120) (987) (1,054)
Interest expense (167,424) (163,502) (160,950)
Fees and amortization on early extinguishment of debt (956) 0 0
Pretax earnings 1,475,497 796,658 378,124
Income tax expense (352,211) (185,802) 63,924
Earnings available to common shareholders $ 1,123,286 $ 610,856 $ 442,048
Basic and diluted earnings per common share $ 57.29 $ 31.15 $ 22.55
Weighted average common shares outstanding: basic and diluted 19,607,788 19,607,788 19,603,708
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations Parenthetical - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Depreciation:      
Net gains on disposal of personal property $ (214,203) $ (54,071) $ (27,057)
Related party:      
Related party revenues, net of eliminations 35,194 31,603 30,406
Related party, costs and expenses, net of eliminations $ 90,733 $ 71,824 $ 64,697
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Comprehensive income (loss) (pretax):      
Net earnings $ 1,475,497 $ 796,658 $ 378,124
Comprehensive income (loss) (tax effect):      
Net earnings (352,211) (185,802) 63,924
Comprehensive income (loss) (net of tax):      
Net earnings 1,123,286 610,856 442,048
Other comprehensive income (loss):      
Foreign currency translation (pretax) (2,828) (5,694) 9,377
Foreign currency translation (tax effect) 0 0 0
Foreign currency translation (net of tax) (2,828) (5,694) 9,377
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments (pretax) (78,452) 96,170 124,566
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments (tax effect) 15,826 (19,201) (26,623)
Unrealized gain (loss) on investments (net of tax) (62,626) 76,969 97,943
Change in fair value of cash flow hedges (pretax) 605 (569) (8,352)
Change in fair value of cash flow hedges (tax effect) (148) 140 2,051
Change in fair value of cash flow hedges (net of tax) 457 (429) (6,301)
Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities, (pre tax) 3,948 3,640 (3)
Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities (tax effect) (970) (894) 1
Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging,( net of tax) 2,978 2,746 (2)
Postretirement benefit obligation gain (loss) (pretax) 2,049 (1,838) 441
Postretirement benefit obligation gain (loss) (tax effect) (503) 451 (108)
Postretirement benefit obligation gain (loss) (net of tax) 1,546 (1,387) 333
Total other comprehensive income (loss) (pretax) (74,678) 91,709 126,029
Total other comprehensive income (loss) (tax effect) 14,205 (19,504) (24,679)
Total other comprehensive income loss, net (60,473) 72,205 101,350
Total comprehensive income 1,400,819 888,367 504,153
Total comprehensive income, tax (338,006) (205,306) 39,245
Total comprehensive income, net $ 1,062,813 $ 683,061 $ 543,398
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Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Total
Common Stock [Member]
Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]
Retained Earnings [Member]
Less: Treasury Common Stock [Member]
Less: Treasury Preferred Stock [Member]
Less: Unearned Employee Stock Ownership Plan Shares [Member]
Balance at Mar. 31, 2019 $ 3,692,389 $ 10,497 $ 453,326 $ (66,698) $ 3,976,962 $ (525,653) $ (151,997) $ (4,048)
Consolidated statement of change in equity                
Increase in market value of released ESOP shares 493 0 493 0 0 0 0 0
Release of unearned ESOP Shares 4,253 0 0 0 0 0 0 4,253
Purchase of ESOP shares (205) 0 0 0 0 0 0 (205)
Foreign currency translation 9,377 0 0 9,377 0 0 0 0
Unrealized net gain (loss) on investments, net of tax 97,943 0 0 97,943 0 0 0 0
Change in fair value of cash flow hedges, net of tax (6,301) 0 0 (6,301) 0 0 0 0
Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities (2) 0 0 (2) 0 0 0 0
Adjustment to postretirement benefit obligation 333 0 0 333 0 0 0 0
Net earnings 442,048 0 0 0 442,048 0 0 0
Common stock dividends (19,608) 0 0 0 (19,608) 0 0 0
Net activity 528,331 0 493 101,350 422,440 0 0 4,048
Balance at Mar. 31, 2020 4,220,720 10,497 453,819 34,652 4,399,402 (525,653) (151,997) 0
Consolidated statement of change in equity                
Adjustment for adoption of ASU 2016-13 (2,880) 0 0 0 (2,880) 0 0 0
Foreign currency translation (5,694) 0 0 (5,694) 0 0 0 0
Unrealized net gain (loss) on investments, net of tax 76,969 0 0 76,969 0 0 0 0
Change in fair value of cash flow hedges, net of tax (429) 0 0 (429) 0 0 0 0
Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities 2,746 0 0 2,746 0 0 0 0
Adjustment to postretirement benefit obligation (1,387) 0 0 (1,387) 0 0 0 0
Net earnings 610,856 0 0 0 610,856 0 0 0
Common stock dividends (49,019) 0 0 0 (49,019) 0 0 0
Net activity 631,162 0 0 72,205 558,957 0 0 0
Balance at Mar. 31, 2021 4,851,882 10,497 453,819 106,857 4,958,359 (525,653) (151,997) 0
Consolidated statement of change in equity                
Foreign currency translation (2,828) 0 0 (2,828) 0 0 0 0
Unrealized net gain (loss) on investments, net of tax (62,626) 0 0 (62,626) 0 0 0 0
Change in fair value of cash flow hedges, net of tax 457 0 0 457 0 0 0 0
Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities 2,978 0 0 2,978 0 0 0 0
Adjustment to postretirement benefit obligation 1,546 0 0 1,546 0 0 0 0
Net earnings 1,123,286 0 0 0 1,123,286 0 0 0
Common stock dividends (29,412) 0 0 0 (29,412) 0 0 0
Net activity 1,033,401 0 0 (60,473) 1,093,874 0 0 0
Balance at Mar. 31, 2022 $ 5,885,283 $ 10,497 $ 453,819 $ 46,384 $ 6,052,233 $ (525,653) $ (151,997) $ 0
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Consolidated Statement of Changes in Stockholders' Equity Parenthetical - $ / shares
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Common Stock, Dividends, Per Share, Declared $ 1.50 $ 2.50 $ 1.00
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Cash flow from operating activities:      
Net earnings $ 1,123,286 $ 610,856 $ 442,048
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:      
Depreciation 696,955 664,001 664,120
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 33,854 28,293 31,219
Amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts related to investments, inc 19,749 14,229 13,317
Amortization of debt issuance costs 5,659 5,948 4,426
Interest credited to policyholders 64,692 55,321 51,857
Change in allowance for losses on trade receivables 4,227 1,206 (14)
Change in allowance for inventory reserves 15,235 1,298 640
Net gains on disposal of personal property (214,203) (54,071) (27,057)
Net gains on disposal of real estate (4,120) 3,281 (758)
Net gains on sales of investments (11,872) (10,058) (13,596)
Net (gains) losses on equity investments (7,837) (394) (3,783)
Deferred income taxes 101,091 68,411 317,893
Net change in other operating assets and liabilities:      
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables (9,187) (39,516) 38,129
Inventories and parts (68,536) (5,775) 1,776
Prepaid expenses 232,342 94,359 (391,120)
Capitalization of deferred policy acquisition costs (32,626) (36,162) (24,447)
Other assets (2,706) 29,865 (1,295)
Related party assets (10,357) (487) (5,645)
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 28,752 92,925 (4,530)
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable (19,692) (1,992) (12,618)
Other policyholders' funds and liabilities (1,608) 2,230 (4,857)
Deferred income 5,216 11,567 (1,818)
Related party liabilities (2,079) 60 1,626
Net cash provided by operating activities 1,946,235 1,535,395 1,075,513
Cash flow from investing activities:      
Escrow deposits (9,328) (5,221) 6,617
Purchase of:      
Property, plant and equipment (2,136,537) (1,441,475) (2,309,406)
Short term investments (74,418) (69,929) (61,226)
Fixed maturities investments (627,326) (606,233) (379,349)
Equity securities (19,299) (962) (83)
Preferred stock (8,000) (16,144) 0
Real estate (261) (622) (4,286)
Mortgage loans (158,147) (158,071) (62,016)
Proceeds from sale and paydowns of:      
Property, plant and equipment 623,235 537,484 687,375
Short term investments 51,591 69,718 59,056
Fixed maturities investments 360,937 529,239 268,636
Equity securities 2,046 207 185
Preferred stock 2,000 2,700 2,375
Real estate 113 255 311
Mortgage loans 126,218 29,525 25,162
Net cash used by investing activities (1,867,176) (1,129,529) (1,766,649)
Cash flow from financing activities:      
Borrowings from credit facilities 1,969,474 922,008 1,121,412
Principal repayments on credit facilities (437,506) (662,588) (349,986)
Debt issuance costs (13,156) (5,793) (5,332)
Capital lease payments (166,262) (221,247) (307,782)
Employee stock ownership plan value 0 0 (206)
Common stock dividends paid (29,412) (49,019) (29,404)
Investment contract deposits 347,520 517,856 234,640
Investment contract withdrawals (237,503) (213,864) (151,022)
Net cash provided by financing activities 1,433,155 287,353 512,320
Effects of exchange rate on cash (2,089) 6,441 (533)
Increase (decrease) cash and cash equivalents 1,510,125 699,660 (179,349)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of period 1,194,012 494,352 673,701
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period $ 2,704,137 $ 1,194,012 $ 494,352
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Basis of Presentation
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]  
Basis of Presentation Note 1. Basis of Presentation AMERCO, a Nevada Corporation (“AMERCO”), has a fiscal year that ends on the 31 st of March for each year that is referenced. Our insurance company subsidiaries have fiscal years that end on the 31 st of December for each year that is referenced. They have been consolidated on that basis. Our insurance companies’ financial reporting processes conform to calendar year reporting as required by state insurance departments. Management believes that consolidating their calendar year into our fiscal year financial statements does not materially affect the financial position or results of operations. We disclose material events, if any, occurring during the intervening period. Consequently, all references to our insurance subsidiaries’ years 2021, 2020 and 2019 correspond to fiscal 2022, 2021 and 2020 for AMERCO. Accounts denominated in non-U.S. currencies have been translated into U.S. dollars. Certain amounts reported in previous years have been reclassified to conform to the current presentation. Please see Note 3, Accounting Policies – Adoption of New Accounting Pronouncements , of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
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Principles of Consolidation
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]  
Principles of Consolidation Note 2. Principles of Consolidation We apply Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 810 - Consolidation (“ASC 810”) in our principles of consolidation. ASC 810 addresses arrangements where a company does not hold a majority of the voting or similar interests of a variable interest entity (“VIE”). A company is required to consolidate a VIE if it has determined it is the primary beneficiary, which is the entity with the power to direct activities that most significantly affect the economic performance of the VIE and has the obligation absorbs the majority of the losses or benefits. ASC 810 also addresses the policy when a company owns a majority of the voting or similar rights and exercises effective control. A VIE is not self-supportive due to having one or both of the following conditions: (i) it has an insufficient amount of equity for it to finance its activities without receiving additional subordinated financial support or (ii) its owners do not hold the typical risks and rights of equity owners. This determination is made upon the creation of a variable interest and is re-assessed on an on-going basis should certain changes in the operations of a VIE, or its relationship with the primary beneficiary trigger a reconsideration. After a reconsideration event occurs the most recent facts and circumstances are utilized in determining whether or not a company is a VIE, which other company(ies) have a variable interest in the entity, and whether or not the company’s interest is such that it is the primary beneficiary. We will continue to monitor our relationships with the other entities regarding who is the primary beneficiary, which could change based on facts and circumstances of any reconsideration events. Please see Note 19, Related Party Transactions, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. The accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, which are consolidated under the voting interest model. Intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated. Description of Legal Entities AMERCO is the holding company for: U-Haul International, Inc. (“U-Haul”); Amerco Real Estate Company (“Real Estate”); Repwest Insurance Company (“Repwest”); and Oxford Life Insurance Company (“Oxford”). Unless the context otherwise requires, the terms “Company,” “we,” “us” or “our” refer to AMERCO and all of its legal subsidiaries.  Description of Operating Segments AMERCO has three ( 3 ) reportable segments. They are Moving and Storage, Property and Casualty Insurance and Life Insurance. Moving and Storage includes AMERCO, U-Haul, and Real Estate and the wholly-owned subsidiaries of U-Haul and Real Estate. Operations consist of the rental of trucks and trailers, sales of moving supplies, sales of towing accessories, sales of propane, and the rental of fixed and portable moving and storage units to the “do-it-yourself” mover and management of self-storage properties owned by others. Operations are conducted under the registered trade name U-Haul ® throughout the United States and Canada. Property and Casualty Insurance includes Repwest and its wholly-owned subsidiaries and ARCOA Risk Retention Group (“ARCOA”). Property and Casualty Insurance provides loss adjusting and claims handling for U-Haul through regional offices in the United States and Canada. Property and Casualty Insurance also underwrites components of the Safemove ® , Safetow ® , Safemove Plus ® , Safestor ® and Safestor Mobile ® protection packages to U-Haul customers. The business plan for Property and Casualty Insurance includes offering property and casualty products in other U-Haul related programs. ARCOA is a group captive insurer owned by us and our wholly owned subsidiaries whose purpose is to provide insurance products related to our moving and storage business. Life Insurance includes Oxford and its wholly owned subsidiaries. Life Insurance provides life and health insurance products primarily to the senior market through the direct writing and reinsuring of life insurance, Medicare supplement and annuity policies.
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Reinsurance Recoverables and Trade Receivables, Net
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]  
Reinsurance Recoverables and Trade Receivables, Net Note 4.   Reinsurance Recoverables and Trade Receivables, Net Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net were as follows:       March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) Reinsurance recoverable $ 50,586 $ 66,386 Trade accounts receivable   150,285   121,251 Paid losses recoverable   345   276 Accrued investment income   28,689   27,883 Premiums and agents' balances   1,650   2,546 Independent dealer receivable   73   258 Other receivables   6,364   10,247     237,992   228,847 Less: Allowance for credit losses   (8,649)   (4,421)   $ 229,343 $ 224,426
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Investments
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]  
Investments Note 5.   Investments Expected maturities may differ from contractual maturities as borrowers may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties. We deposit bonds with insurance regulatory authorities to meet statutory requirements. The adjusted cost of bonds on deposit with insurance regulatory authorities was $ 27.1 million and $ 27.7 million for December 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Available-for-Sale Investments Available-for-sale investments as of March 31, 2022 were as follows:       Cost Amortized   Unrealized Gains Gross   Unrealized Losses More than 12 Months Gross   Unrealized Losses Less than 12 Months Gross   Allowance for Expected Credit Losses   Value Fair           (In thousands) U.S. treasury securities and government obligations $ 128,078 $   7,984 $   – $   (969) $   – $   135,093 U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities   44,678   280   (42)   (3,111)   –   41,805 Obligations of states and political subdivisions   178,040   15,450   –   (508)   –   192,982 Corporate securities   1,989,212   138,909   (402)   (6,604)   (60)   2,121,055 Mortgage-backed securities   324,029   7,671   (1)   (1,542)   –   330,157   $ 2,664,037 $   170,294 $   ( 445 ) $   ( 12,734 ) $   ( 60 ) $   2,821,092 Available-for-sale investments as of March 31, 2021 were as follows:       Cost Amortized   Unrealized Gains Gross   Unrealized Losses More than 12 Months Gross   Unrealized Losses Less than 12 Months Gross   Allowance for Expected Credit Losses   Value Fair           (in thousands) U.S. treasury securities and government obligations $ 92,429 $ 12,941 $ – $ – $ – $ 105,370 U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities   61,427   911   (1)   (132)   –   62,205 Obligations of states and political subdivisions   230,521   25,249   (59)   (3)   –   255,708 Corporate securities   1,846,507   199,447   (163)   (640)   (1,320)   2,043,831 Mortgage-backed securities   174,728   11,706   (1)   (8)   –   186,425   $ 2,405,612 $ 250,254 $ ( 224 ) $ ( 783 ) $ ( 1,320 ) $ 2,653,539   We sold available-for-sale securities with a fair value of $ 352.3 million, $ 523.9 million and $ 264.5 million in fiscal 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The gross realized gains on these sales totaled $ 9.5 million, $ 9.6 million and $ 6.4 million in fiscal 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively. We realized gross losses on these sales of $ 1.4 million, $ 2.1 million and $ 0.2 million in fiscal 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively.   We adopted Topic 326 as of April 1, 2020. For available-for-sale debt securities in an unrealized loss position, we first assess whether the security is below investment grade. For securities that are below investment grade, we evaluate whether the decline in fair value has resulted from credit losses or other factors such as the interest rate environment. Declines in value due to credit are recognized as an allowance. In making this assessment, management considers the extent to which fair value is less than amortized cost, any changes to the rating of the security by a rating agency, and adverse market conditions specifically related to the security, among other factors. If this assessment indicates that a credit loss exists, cumulative default rates based on ratings are used to determine the potential cost of default, by year. The present value of these potential costs is then compared to the amortized cost of the security to determine the credit loss, limited by the amount that the fair value is less than the amortized cost basis. Declines in fair value that have not been recorded through an allowance for credit losses, such as declines due to changes in market interest rates, are recorded through accumulated other comprehensive income, net of applicable taxes. If we intend to sell a security, or it is more likely than not that we will be required to sell the security before recovery of its amortized cost basis, the security is written down to its fair value and the write down is charged against the allowance for credit losses, with any incremental impairment reported in earnings. Reversals of the allowance for credit losses are permitted and should not exceed the allowance amount initially recognized. Changes in the allowance for credit losses are recorded as provision for (or reversal of) credit loss expense. There were no incremental impairment charges recorded during fiscal year 2022. The adjusted cost and estimated market value of available-for-sale investments by contractual maturity, were as follows:     March 31, 2022   March 31, 2021     Cost Amortized   Value Fair   Cost Amortized   Value Fair     (In thousands) Due in one year or less $ 97,969 $ 99,432 $ 90,142 $ 91,190 Due after one year through five years   541,840   570,135   562,442   601,818 Due after five years through ten years   704,295   765,073   672,733   754,536 Due after ten years   995,904   1,056,295   905,567   1,019,570     2,340,008   2,490,935   2,230,884   2,467,114                   Mortgage backed securities   324,029   330,157   174,728   186,425   $ 2,664,037 $ 2,821,092 $ 2,405,612 $ 2,653,539   Equity investments of common stock and non-redeemable preferred stock were as follows:     March 31, 2022   March 31, 2021     Cost Amortized   Value Fair   Cost Amortized   Value Fair     (In thousands) Common stocks $ 27,674 $ 46,212 $ 9,775 $ 20,440 Non-redeemable preferred stocks   26,054   26,095   20,034   21,677   $ 53,728 $ 72,307 $ 29,809 $ 42,117 Investments, other The carrying value of other investments was as follows:     March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) Mortgage loans, net $ 423,163 $ 391,230 Short-term investments   30,916   7,234 Real estate   67,824   68,813 Policy loans   10,309   11,163 Other equity investments   11,543   11,319   $ 543,755 $ 489,759   Mortgage loans are carried at the unpaid balance, less an allowance for expected losses net of any unamortized premium or discount. The portfolio of mortgage loans is principally collateralized by self-storage facilities and commercial properties. The interest rate range on the mortgage loans is 3.5 % to 5.9 % with maturities between 2022 and 2036 . The allowance for expected losses was $ 0.5 million for both March 31, 2022 and 2021. These loans represent first lien mortgages held by us. Mortgage loans are reviewed on an ongoing basis and analysis may include market analysis, estimated valuations of the underlying collateral, loan to value ratios, tenant creditworthiness and other factors. For our mortgage loans, no specifically identified loans were impaired as of March 31, 2022. We have not experienced any material losses related to the notes from individual or groups of notes in any particular industry or geographic area. Short-term investments consist primarily of investments in money market funds, mutual funds and any other investments with short-term characteristics that have original maturities of less than one year at acquisition. These investments are recorded at cost, which approximates fair value. Real estate held for future development or use is carried at the lower of fair value at time of acquisition or current estimated fair value less cost to sell. Other equity investments are carried at cost and assessed for impairment. Insurance policy loans are carried at their unpaid balance.
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Other Assets
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]  
Other Assets Note 6.   Other Assets Other assets were as follows:       March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) Deposits (debt-related) $ 37,588 $ 33,952 Cash surrender value of life insurance policies   –   567 Deposits (real estate related)   22,821   13,211   $ 60,409 $ 47,730
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Net Investment and Interest Income
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]  
Net Investment and Interest Income Note 7.   Net Investment and Interest Income Net investment and interest income, were as follows:       Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) Fixed maturities $ 111,625 $ 102,021 $ 107,434 Real estate   5,648   5,769   7,304 Insurance policy loans   705   829   974 Mortgage loans   25,850   18,248   17,164 Short-term, amounts held by ceding reinsurers, net and other investments   11,713   3,103   9,807 Investment income   155,541   129,970   142,683 Less: investment expenses   (7,280)   (7,032)   (4,854) Net investment and interest income $ 148,261 $ 122,938 $ 137,829
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Borrowings
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Borrowings Note 8.   Borrowings Long-Term Debt Long-term debt was as follows:                       March 31,   2022 Rates   Maturities   2022   2021                     (In thousands) Real estate loan (amortizing term)       1.83 %     2023 $ 50,259 $ 82,913 Senior mortgages 2.70 % - 5.50 % 2023 - 2042   2,206,268   2,125,324 Real estate loans (revolving credit) (a) 1.58 % - 3.14 % 2023 - 2025   535,000   535,000 Fleet loans (amortizing term) 1.61 % - 4.66 % 2022 - 2028   124,651   176,295 Fleet loans (revolving credit) 1.30 % - 2.36 % 2024 - 2026   560,000   535,000 Finance leases (rental equipment) 2.16 % - 5.04 % 2022 - 2026   347,393   513,623 Finance liability (rental equipment) 1.60 % - 4.68 % 2024 - 2030   949,936   644,375 Private placements 2.43 % - 2.88 % 2029 - 2035   1,200,000   – Other obligations 1.50 % - 8.00 % 2022 - 2049   86,206   86,085 Notes, loans and finance leases payable                 $ 6,059,713 $ 4,698,615 Less: Debt issuance costs                   (37,216)   (29,708) Total notes, loans and finance leases payable, net         $ 6,022,497 $ 4,668,907                           (a) Certain loans have interest rate swaps fixing the rate between 3.03% and 3.14% based on current margin         Real Estate Backed Loans Real Estate Loan Real Estate and certain of its subsidiaries and U-Haul Company of Florida are borrowers under a real estate loan (the “Real Estate Loan”).   The Real Estate Loan requires monthly principal and interest payments, with the unpaid loan balance and accrued and unpaid interest due at maturity. The Real Estate Loan is secured by various properties owned by the borrowers.   The interest rate, per the provisions of the amended loan agreement, is the applicable LIBOR plus the applicable margin. As of March 31, 2022, the applicable LIBOR was 0.33 % and the applicable margin was 1.50 %, the sum of which was 1.83 %. The default provisions of the Real Estate Loan include non-payment of principal or interest and other standard reporting and change-in-control covenants. There are limited restrictions regarding our use of the funds. Senior Mortgages Various subsidiaries of Real Estate and U-Haul are borrowers under certain senior mortgages. The senior mortgages require monthly principal and interest payments. The senior mortgages are secured by certain properties owned by the borrowers. The fixed interest rates, per the provisions of the senior mortgages, range between 2.70% and 5.50%. The weighted average interest rate of these loans as of March 31, 2022 was 4.0%.  Certain senior mortgages have an anticipated repayment date and a maturity date. If these senior mortgages are not repaid by the anticipated repayment date, the interest rate on these mortgages would increase from the current fixed rate. We are using the anticipated repayment date for our maturity schedule. Real Estate and U-Haul have provided limited guarantees of the senior mortgages. The default provisions of the senior mortgages include non-payment of principal or interest and other standard reporting and change-in-control covenants. There are limited restrictions regarding our use of the funds. Real Estate Loans (Revolving Credit) Various subsidiaries of Real Estate are borrowers under asset-backed real estate loans with an aggregate borrowing capacity of $ 385.0 million. As of March 31, 2022, the outstanding balance of these loans in the aggregate was $ 385.0 million. These loans are secured by certain properties owned by the borrowers. The loan agreements provide for term loans, subject to the terms of the loan agreements. The loans require monthly interest payments with the unpaid loan balance and accrued and unpaid interest due at maturity. The interest rate, per the provision of the loan agreements, is the applicable LIBOR plus the applicable margin. As of March 31, 2022, the applicable LIBOR was between 0.21 % and 0.45 % and the margin was between 1.25 % and 1.50 %, the sum of which was between 1.46 % and 1.85 %. AMERCO is the guarantor of these loans. The default provisions of the loan include non-payment of principal or interest and other standard reporting and change-in-control covenants. These loan agreements contain fallback language for the replacement of LIBOR. AMERCO is a borrower under a real estate loan. The current maximum credit commitment is $ 200.0 million, which can be increased to $ 300.0 million by bringing in other lenders. As of March 31, 2022, the outstanding balance was $ 150.0 million. This loan agreement provides for revolving loans, subject to the terms of the loan agreement. This loan requires monthly interest payments with the unpaid loan balance and accrued and unpaid interest due at maturity. As of March 31, 2022, the applicable LIBOR was 0.21 % and the margin was 1.38 %, the sum of which was 1.59 %. The default provisions of the loan include non-payment of principal or interest and other standard reporting and change-in-control covenants. There is a 0.30 % fee charged for unused capacity. This loan agreement contains fallback language for the replacement of LIBOR. Fleet Loans Rental Truck Amortizing Loans The amortizing loans require monthly principal and interest payments, with the unpaid loan balance and accrued and unpaid interest due at maturity. These loans were used to purchase new trucks. The interest rates, per the provision of the loan agreements, are carried at fixed rates ranging between 1.61 % and 4.66 %.   All of our rental truck amortizing loans are collateralized by the rental equipment purchased.   The majority of these loans are funded at 70%, but some may be funded at 100%. AMERCO, and in some cases U-Haul, is guarantor of these loans. The default provisions of these loans include non-payment of principal or interest and other standard reporting and change-in-control covenants. Rental Truck Revolvers Various subsidiaries of U-Haul entered into three revolving fleet loans with an aggregate borrowing capacity of $ 590.0 million. The outstanding balance for these revolvers is $ 560.0 million. The interest rates, per the provision of the loan agreements, in aggregate of $ 385.0 million, are the applicable LIBOR plus the applicable margin. As of March 31, 2022, the applicable LIBOR was 0.21 % and the margin was between 1.15 % and 1.25 %, the sum of which was between 1.36 % and 1.46 %. Of this $385.0 million outstanding, $ 100.0 million was fixed with an interest rate of 2.36 %.   The other loan of $175.0 million uses the Secured Overnight Funding Rate which interest rate was 0.05% plus a margin of 1.25% totaling 1.30% as of March 31, 2022.   Only interest is paid on the loans until the last nine months of the respective loan terms when principal becomes due monthly. These loan agreements either contain fallback language for the replacement of LIBOR or are in the process of being amended to add updated language. Finance Leases The Finance Lease balance represents our sale-leaseback transactions of rental equipment. The agreements are generally seven (7) year terms with interest rates ranging from 2.16% to 5.04%.  All of our finance leases are collateralized by our rental fleet. The net book value of the corresponding rental equipment was $620.8 million and $877.0 million as of March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021, respectively. There were no new financing leases, as assessed under the new leasing guidance, entered into during fiscal 2022. Finance Liabilities Finance liabilities represent our rental equipment financing transactions, and we assess if sale-leaseback transactions qualify as a sale at initiation by determining if a transfer of ownership occurs.   We have determined that our equipment sale-leasebacks do not qualify as a sale, as the buyer-lessors do not obtain control of the assets in our ongoing sale-leaseback arrangements. As a result, sale-leasebacks are accounted for as a financial liability and the leased assets are capitalized at cost.     Our finance liabilities have an average term of seven (7) years and interest rates ranging from 1.60 % to 4.68 %. These finance liabilities are collateralized by our rental fleet.   The net book value of the corresponding rental equipment was $ 1,068.3 million and $ 718.3 million as of March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021, respectively Private Placements In September 2021, AMERCO entered into a note purchase agreement to issue $ 600.0 million of fixed rate senior unsecured notes in a private placement offering.   These notes consist of four tranches each totaling $ 150.0 million and funded in September 2021.   The fixed interest rates range between 2.43 % and 2.78 % with maturities between 2029 and 2033 .   Interest is payable semiannually.   In December 2021, AMERCO entered into a note purchase agreement to issue $ 600.0 million of fixed rate senior unsecured notes in a private placement offering. These notes funded in January 2022. These notes consist of three tranches each totaling $ 100.0 million and two tranches each totaling $ 150.0 million.   The fixed interest rates range between 2.55 % and 2.88 % with maturities between 2030 and 2035 .   Interest is payable semiannually.   Other Obligations In February 2011, AMERCO and U.S. Bank, NA (the “Trustee”) entered into the U-Haul Investors Club ® Indenture.   AMERCO and the Trustee entered into this indenture to provide for the issuance of notes by us directly to investors over our proprietary website, uhaulinvestorsclub.com (“U-Notes ® ”). The U-Notes ® are secured by various types of collateral, including, but not limited to, rental equipment and real estate.   U-Notes ® are issued in smaller series that vary as to principal amount, interest rate and maturity.   U-Notes ® are obligations of the Company and secured by the associated collateral; they are not guaranteed by any of the Company’s affiliates or subsidiaries. As of March 31, 2022, the aggregate outstanding principal balance of the U-Notes ® issued was $ 88.5 million, of which $ 2.3 million is held by our insurance subsidiaries and eliminated in consolidation. Interest rates range between 1.50 % and 8.00 % and maturity dates range between 2022 and 2049 . Oxford is a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank (“FHLB”) and, as such, the FHLB has made deposits with Oxford. As of December 31, 2021, the deposits had an aggregate balance of $ 60.0 million, for which Oxford pays fixed interest rates between 0.49 % and 1.72 % with maturities between September 30, 2022 and September 29, 2025. As of December 31, 2021, available-for-sale investments held with the FHLB totaled $ 105.6 million, of which $ 62.8 million were pledged as collateral to secure the outstanding advances. The balances of these advances are included within Liabilities from investment contracts on the consolidated balance sheets. Annual Maturities of Notes, Loans and Finance Leases Payable The annual maturities of our notes, loans and finance leases payable as of March 31, 2022 for the next five years and thereafter are as follows:       Years Ended March 31,     2023   2024   2025   2026   2027   Thereafter   Total     (In thousands) Notes, loans and finance leases payable, secured $ 478,954 $ 937,542 $ 898,740 $ 570,127 $ 559,961 $ 2,614,389 $ 6,059,713
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Interest on Borrowings
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Interest Expense, Borrowings [Abstract]  
Interest on Borrowings Note 9.   Interest on Borrowings Interest Expense Components of interest expense include the following:     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) Interest expense $ 167,618 $ 165,484 $ 180,444 Capitalized interest   (9,700)   (11,573)   (23,517) Amortization of transaction costs   5,556   5,949   4,427 Interest expense resulting from cash flow hedges   3,950   3,642   (404) Total interest expense   167,424   163,502   160,950 Interest paid in cash, including payments related to derivative contracts, amounted to $ 147.9 million, $ 153.2 million and $ 168.1 million for fiscal 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Interest Rates Interest rates and our revolving credit borrowings were as follows:     Revolving Credit Activity       Years Ended March 31,       2022   2021   2020       (In thousands, except interest rates)   Weighted average interest rate during the year   1.40 % 1.40 % 3.31 % Interest rate at year end   1.49 % 1.40 % 2.86 % Maximum amount outstanding during the year $ 1,105,000 $ 1,175,000 $ 1,086,000   Average amount outstanding during the year $ 1,085,074 $ 1,088,293 $ 1,002,081   Facility fees $ 253 $ 261 $ 193  
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Derivatives
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]  
Derivatives Note 10.   Derivatives We manage exposure to changes in market interest rates. Our use of derivative instruments is limited to highly effective interest rate swaps to hedge the risk of changes in cash flows (future interest payments) attributable to changes in LIBOR swap rates, with the designated benchmark interest rate being hedged on certain of our LIBOR indexed variable rate debt and a variable rate operating lease. The interest rate swaps effectively fix our interest payments on certain LIBOR indexed variable rate debt. We monitor our positions and the credit ratings of its counterparties and do not currently anticipate non-performance by the counterparties. Interest rate swap agreements are not entered into for trading purposes. These fair values are determined using pricing valuation models which include broker quotes for which significant inputs are observable. They include adjustments for counterparty credit quality and other deal-specific factors, where appropriate and are classified as Level 2 in the fair value hierarchy. The derivative fair values reflected in prepaid expense and accounts payable and accrued expenses in the consolidated balance sheet were as follows:             March 31, 2022   March 31, 2021     (In thousands) Interest rate contracts designated as hedging instruments         Assets $ – $ – Liabilities   587   5,141 Notional amount (debt)   235,000   235,000     The Effect of Interest Rate     Contracts on the Statements of Operations     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) (Gain) loss recognized in AOCI on interest rate contracts $ (4,553) $ (3,071) $ 8,355 (Gain) loss reclassified from AOCI into income $ ( 3,948 ) $ ( 3,640 ) $ 3   Gains or losses recognized in income on derivatives are recorded as interest expense in the consolidated statements of operations.   During fiscal year 2022, we recognized an increase in the fair value of our cash flow hedges of $0.5 million, net of taxes.   During fiscal year 2022, we reclassified $ 3.9 million from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (“AOCI”) to interest expense.   As of March, 31 2022, we expect to reclassify $ 1.2 million of net gains on interest contracts from AOCI to earnings as interest expense over the next twelve months. We use derivatives to hedge our equity market exposure to indexed annuity products sold by our Life Insurance company. These contracts earn a return for the contractholder based on the change in the value of the S&P 500 index between annual index point dates. We buy and sell listed equity and index call options and call option spreads. The credit risk is with the party in which the options are written. The net option price is paid up front and there are no additional cash requirements or additional contingent liabilities. These contracts are held at fair value on our balance sheet. At December 31, 2021 and 2020, these derivative hedges had a fair value of $ 7.5 million and $ 6.6 million, with notional amounts of $ 416.7   million and $ 282.7   million, respectively. These derivative instruments are included in Investments, other; on the consolidated balance sheets. The fair values of these call options are determined based on quoted market prices from the relevant exchange and are classified as Level 1 in the fair value hierarchy. Although the call options are employed to be effective hedges against our policyholder obligations from an economic standpoint, they do not meet the requirements for hedge accounting under GAAP. Accordingly, the changes in fair value of the call options are recognized each reporting date as a component of net investment and interest income. The change in fair value of the call options include the gains or losses recognized at the expiration of the option term and the changes in fair value for open contracts.
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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]  
Other Comprehensive Income Noncontrolling Interest [Text Block] Note 11.   Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) A summary of our AOCI components, net of tax, were as follows:       Foreign Currency Translation   Unrealized Net Gain on Investments   Fair Value of Cash Flow Hedges   Postretirement Benefit Obligation Net Loss   Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)           (In thousands) Balance as of March 31, 2019 $ (56,612) $   (7,259) $   107 $   (2,934) $   (66,698) Foreign currency translation   9,377   –   –   –   9,377 Unrealized net gain on investments   –   97,943   –   –   97,943 Change in fair value of cash flow hedges   –   –   (6,301)   –   (6,301) Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities   –   –   (2)   –   (2) Change in post retirement benefit obligations   –   –   –   333   333 Other comprehensive income (loss)   9,377   97,943   (6,303)   333   101,350 Balance as of March 31, 2020 $ (47,235) $   90,684 $   (6,196) $   (2,601) $   34,652 Foreign currency translation   (5,694)   –   –   –   (5,694) Unrealized net gain on investments   –   76,969   –   –   76,969 Change in fair value of cash flow hedges   –   –   (429)   –   (429) Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities   –   –   2,746   –   2,746 Change in post retirement benefit obligations   –   –   –   (1,387)   (1,387) Other comprehensive income (loss)   (5,694)   76,969   2,317   (1,387)   72,205 Balance as of March 31, 2021 $ (52,929) $   167,653 $   (3,879) $   (3,988) $ 106,857 Foreign currency translation   (2,828)   –   –   –   (2,828) Unrealized net loss on investments   –   (62,626)   –   –   (62,626) Change in fair value of cash flow hedges   –   –   457   –   457 Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities   –   –   2,978   –   2,978 Change in post retirement benefit obligations   –   –   –   1,546   1,546 Other comprehensive income (loss)   (2,828)   (62,626)   3,435   1,546   (60,473) Balance as of March 31, 2022 $ ( 55,757 ) $   105,027 $   ( 444 ) $   ( 2,442 ) $   46,384
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Stockholders' Equity
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent [Abstract]  
Stockholders' Equity Note 12. Stockholders’ Equity The following table lists the dividends that have been declared and issued for fiscal years 2022 and 2021.   Common Stock Dividends Declared Date   Per Share Amount   Record Date   Dividend Date               October 6, 2021 $ 0.50   October 18, 2021   October 29, 2021 August 19, 2021 $ 0.50   September 7, 2021   September 21, 2021 June 9, 2021 $ 0.50   June 24, 2021   July 8, 2021 December 9, 2020 $ 2.00   December 21, 2020   December 30, 2020 August 20, 2020 $ 0.50   September 7, 2020   September 21, 2020 As of March 31, 2022, no awards had been issued under the 2016 AMERCO Stock Option Plan.
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Provision for Taxes
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]  
Provision for Taxes Note 13.   Provision for Taxes Earnings before taxes and the provision for taxes consisted of the following:       Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) Pretax earnings:             U.S. $ 1,431,155 $ 773,030 $ 372,687 Non-U.S.   44,342   23,628   5,437 Total pretax earnings $ 1,475,497 $ 796,658 $ 378,124               Current provision (benefit)             Federal $ 189,488 $ 100,521 $ (373,817) State   55,518   16,572   (9,600) Non-U.S.   6,893   3,404   949     251,899   120,497   (382,468) Deferred provision (benefit)             Federal   90,852   53,957   307,846 State   6,355   9,795   9,728 Non-U.S.   3,105   1,553   970     100,312   65,305   318,544               Provision for income tax expense (benefit) $ 352,211 $ 185,802 $ (63,924)               Income taxes paid (net of income tax refunds received) $ ( 4,548 ) $ 29,044 $ 6,859   The difference between the tax provision at the statutory federal income tax rate and the tax provision attributable to income before taxes was as follows:     Years Ended March 31,       2022   2021   2020       (In percentages)   Statutory federal income tax rate   21.00 % 21.00 % 21.00 % Increase (reduction) in rate resulting from:               NOL tax rate benefit   – % – % (38.62) % State taxes, net of federal benefit   3.24 % 2.53 % 0.02 % Foreign rate differential   0.05 % – % 0.21 % Federal tax credits   (0.19) % (0.99) % (0.53) % Transition tax   – % – % – % Tax-exempt income   (0.03) % (0.08) % (0.17) % Dividend received deduction   – % (0.01) % (0.01) % Other   (0.20) % 0.87 % 1.19 % Actual tax expense (benefit) of operations   23.87 % 23.32 % ( 16.91 ) % Significant components of our deferred tax assets and liabilities were as follows:       March 31,     2022   2021 Deferred tax assets:   (In thousands) Net operating loss and credit carry forwards $ 36,367 $ 30,432 Accrued expenses   114,152   109,740 Policy benefit and losses, claims and loss expenses payable, net   30,572   26,799 Operating leases   15,540   19,370 Total deferred tax assets $ 196,631 $ 186,341           Deferred tax liabilities:         Property, plant and equipment $ 1,395,216 $ 1,280,703 Operating leases   15,540   19,370 Deferred policy acquisition costs   12,962   13,696 Unrealized gains   36,299   48,667 Other   1,972   2,394 Total deferred tax liabilities   1,461,989   1,364,830 Net deferred tax liability $ 1,265,358 $ 1,178,489   On March 27, 2020, former President Trump signed into U.S. federal law the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”), which was aimed at providing emergency assistance and health care for individuals, families, and businesses affected by COVID-19 global pandemic and generally supporting the U.S. economy.   The CARES Act, among other things, includes provisions relating to refundable payroll tax credits, deferment of employer side social security payments, net operating loss carryback periods, alternative minimum tax credit refunds, modifications to the net interest deduction limitations, increased limitations on qualified charitable contributions, and technical corrections to tax depreciation methods for qualified improvement property. In particular, the CARES Act allows for NOLs generated in 2018, 2019, or 2020 to be carried back 5 years.    As a result, we filed applicable forms with the IRS to carryback net operating losses. The statutory tax rate for the carryback years was 35% as compared to 21% at present.   Consequently, we recognized a benefit amount of $ 146.0 million for fiscal year 2020.     These refund claims total approximately $ 366 million, of which we have received approximately $ 243 million in fiscal 2022 and are reflected in Prepaid expense. As refunds are received, they will reduce this amount. We have estimated and recorded the overall effects of the CARES Act and do not anticipate a material change. As a result, the NOL and credit carry-forwards in the above table are primarily attributable to state NOLs. As of March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021, AMERCO had state NOLs of $ 458.5 million and $ 384.9 million, respectively, that will begin to expire March 31, 2023, if not utilized. On March 3, 2021, the IRS notifiied us that our federal inome tax returns for the tax years March 31, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018 and 2019 were selected for examination. The IRS agent in charged confirmed that this is a limited scope examination arising out of NOL carryback claims and is a standard procedure for the IRS to process the refund. As such, the scope of the exam is expected to be limited to the items reported on Forms 1139 and related schedules only. As of now, we are still working with the IRS agent and there is no audit adjustment for any of the above tax periods. No additional income taxes have been provided for any remaining undistributed foreign earnings not subject to transition tax, or any additional outside basis difference inherent in these entities, as these amounts continue to be indefinitely reinvested in foreign operations. Determining the amount of unrecognized deferred tax liability related to any remaining undistributed foreign earnings not subject to the transition tax and additional outside basis difference in these entities (i.e., basis difference in excess of that subject to the one-time transition tax) is not practicable. The Company accounts for uncertainty in income taxes by recognizing the tax benefit or expense from an uncertain tax position only if it is more likely than not that the tax position will be sustained upon examination by the taxing authorities, based on the technical merits of the position. The Company measures the tax benefits and expenses recognized in the consolidated financial statements from such a position based on the largest benefit that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate resolution. A reconciliation of the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits at the beginning and end of the period are as follows:     Unrecognized Tax Benefits     March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands)           Unrecognized tax benefits beginning balance $ 31,069 $ 29,632 Revaluation based on change in after tax benefit   –   – Additions based on tax positions related to the current year   8,257   1,479 Reductions for tax positions of prior years   –   (42) Additions for tax provisions of prior years   9,525   – Unrecognized tax benefits ending balance $ 48,851 $ 31,069 We recognize interest related to unrecognized tax benefits as interest expense, and penalties as income tax expenses. As of March 31, 2022 and 2021, the amount of interest accrued on unrecognized tax benefits was $ 15.7 million and $ 14.3 million, net of tax. During the current year we recorded expense from interest in the amount of $ 1.4 million, net of tax. We file income tax returns in the U.S. federal jurisdiction, and various states and Canadian jurisdictions. While the Company has ongoing audits in Canada and various state jurisdictions, there have been no proposed or anticipated adjustments that would materially impact the financial statements. With some exceptions, we are no longer subject to audit for years prior to the fiscal year ended March 31, 2019.
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Employee Benefit Plans
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]  
Employee Benefit Plans Note 14.   Employee Benefit Plans Profit Sharing Plans We provide tax-qualified profit sharing retirement plans for the benefit of eligible employees, former employees and retirees in the United States and Canada. The plans are designed to provide employees with an accumulation of funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis and provide for annual discretionary employer contributions. Amounts to be contributed are determined by the President and Chairman of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of the Company under the delegation of authority from the Board, pursuant to the terms of the Profit Sharing Plan. No contributions were made to the profit sharing plan during fiscal 2022, 2021 or 2020. We also provide an employee savings plan which allows participants to defer income under Section 401(k) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ESOP Plan We sponsor an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”) that generally covers all employees with one year or more of service. The ESOP began as a leveraged plan where shares were pledged as collateral for its debt which was originally funded by U-Haul. We made annual contributions to the ESOP equal to the ESOP’s debt service. As the debt was repaid, shares were released from collateral and allocated to active employees, based on the proportion of debt service paid in the year. ESOP shares were committed to be released monthly and ESOP compensation expense was recorded based on the current market price at the end of the month. These shares then become outstanding for the earnings per share computations.  In fiscal 2020 we de-levered the plan and now contributions are made at the discretion of management with expense being recognized upon the decision to contribute.  ESOP compensation expense was $23.0 million, $23.0 million and $10.3 million for fiscal 2022, 2021 and 2020,   respectively, which are included in operating expenses in the consolidated statements of operations. Listed below is a summary of these financing arrangements as of fiscal year-end:     Outstanding as of   Interest Payments Financing Date   March 31, 2022   2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) July, 2009   –   –   –   9 February, 2016   –   –   –   229 Leveraged contributions to the Plan Trust during fiscal 2020 was $ 5.6 million. There was no leveraged contribution in fiscal 2022 and 2021. In fiscal 2022, 2021 and 2020, the Company made non-leveraged contributions of $ 23.0 million, $ 23.0 and $ 4.0 million, respectively to the Plan Trust. Shares held by the ESOP were as follows:     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) Allocated shares   890   951 Unreleased shares - leveraged   –   – Fair value of unreleased shares - leveraged $ – $ – Unreleased shares - non-leveraged   –   – Fair value of unreleased shares - non-leveraged $ – $ – The fair value of unreleased shares issued prior to 1992 is defined as the historical cost of such shares. The fair value of unreleased shares issued subsequent to December 31, 1992 is defined as the trading value of such shares as of March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021, respectively. During fiscals 2022 and 2021, we released for allocation 33,954 and 38,015 of non-leveraged shares, respectively. As of March 31, 2022, it is estimated there will be no shares committed to be released. Post Retirement and Post Employment Benefits We provide a health reimbursement benefit to our eligible U.S. employees and their eligible dependents upon retirement from the Company. The retiree must have attained age sixty-five and earned twenty years of full-time service upon retirement to be awarded the health reimbursement benefit. The health reimbursement benefit is capped at a $ 20,000 lifetime maximum per covered person. Reimbursements are coordinated with Medicare and any other medical policies in force. In addition, retirees who have attained age sixty-five and earned at least twenty years of full-time service upon retirement from the Company are entitled to group term life insurance benefits. The life insurance benefit is $ 3,000 plus $ 100 for each year of employment over twenty years. The benefits are not funded, and claims are paid as they are incurred. We use a March 31 measurement date for our post retirement benefit disclosures. The components of net periodic post retirement benefit cost were as follows:     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) Service cost for benefits earned during the period $ 1,401 $ 1,267 $ 1,055 Other components of net periodic benefit costs:             Interest cost on accumulated postretirement benefit   908   919   964 Other components   212   68   90 Total other components of net periodic benefit costs   1,120   987   1,054 Net periodic postretirement benefit cost $ 2,521 $ 2,254 $ 2,109 The fiscal 2022 and fiscal 2021 post retirement benefit liability included the following components:       Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) Beginning of year $ 30,755 $ 27,503 Service cost for benefits earned during the period   1,401   1,267 Interest cost on accumulated post retirement benefit   908   919 Net benefit payments and expense   (1,021)   (841) Actuarial (gain) loss   (1,837)   1,907 Accumulated postretirement benefit obligation   30,206   30,755           Current liabilities   1,449   1,334 Non-current liabilities   28,757   29,421           Total post retirement benefit liability recognized in statement of financial position   30,206   30,755 Components included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss):         Unrecognized net loss   (3,237)   (5,286) Cumulative net periodic benefit cost (in excess of employer contribution) $ 26,969 $ 25,469   The discount rate assumptions in computing the information above were as follows:       Years Ended March 31,     2022 2021 2020     (In percentages)   Accumulated postretirement benefit obligation   3.76 % 2.93 % 3.37 %   In December 2003, the Medicare Prescription Drug Improvement and Modernization Act of 2003 became law. Net periodic post retirement benefit cost above includes the effect of the subsidy. The discount rate represents the expected yield on a portfolio of high grade (AA to AAA rated or equivalent) fixed income investments with cash flow streams sufficient to satisfy benefit obligations under the plan when due. Fluctuations in the discount rate assumptions primarily reflect changes in U.S. interest rates. The assumed health care cost trend rate used to measure the accumulated postretirement benefit obligation as of the end of fiscal 2022 was 4.9 % in the initial year and was projected to decline annually to an ultimate rate of 4.0 % in fiscal 2046. The assumed health care cost trend rate used to measure the accumulated post retirement benefit obligation as of the end of fiscal 2021 (and used to measure the fiscal 2022 net periodic benefit cost) was 5.0 % in the initial year and was projected to decline annually to an ultimate rate of 4.0 % in fiscal 2046. Post-employment benefits provided by us, other than upon retirement, are not material. Future net benefit payments are expected as follows:       Future Net Benefit Payments     (In thousands) Year-ended:     2023 $ 1,369 2024   1,536 2025   1,733 2026   1,950 2027   2,170 2028 Through 2032   12,112 Total $ 20,870
v3.22.1
Fair Value Measurements
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Fair Value Measurements Note 15.   Fair Value Measurements Certain assets and liabilities are recorded at fair value on the consolidated balance sheets and are measured and classified based upon a three-tiered approach to valuation. Financial assets and liabilities recorded at fair value and are classified and disclosed in one of the following three categories: Level 1 – Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets that are accessible at the measurement date for identical, unrestricted assets or liabilities;   Level 2 – Quoted prices for identical or similar financial instruments in markets that are not considered to be active, or similar financial instruments for which all significant inputs are observable, either directly or indirectly, or inputs other than quoted prices that are observable, or inputs that are derived principally from or corroborated by observable market data through correlation or other means; and Level 3 – Prices or valuations that require inputs that are both significant to the fair value measurement and are unobservable. These reflect management’s assumptions about the assumptions a market participant would use in pricing the asset or liability. A financial instrument’s level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is significant to the fair value measurement. Fair values of cash equivalents approximate carrying value due to the short period of time to maturity. Fair values of short-term investments, investments available-for-sale, long-term investments, mortgage loans and notes on real estate, and interest rate swap contracts are based on quoted market prices, dealer quotes or discounted cash flows. Fair values of trade receivables approximate their recorded value. Our financial instruments that are exposed to concentrations of credit risk consist primarily of temporary cash investments, trade receivables, reinsurance recoverables and notes receivable. Limited credit risk exists on trade receivables due to the diversity of our customer base and their dispersion across broad geographic markets. We place our temporary cash investments with financial institutions and limit the amount of credit exposure to any one financial institution. We have mortgage receivables, which potentially expose us to credit risk. The portfolio of notes is principally collateralized by self-storage facilities and commercial properties. We have not experienced any material losses related to the notes from individual or groups of notes in any particular industry or geographic area. The estimated fair values were determined using the discounted cash flow method and using interest rates currently offered for similar loans to borrowers with similar credit ratings. Other investments including short-term investments are substantially current or bear reasonable interest rates. As a result, the carrying values of these financial instruments approximate fair value. The carrying values and estimated fair values for the financial instruments stated above and their placement in the fair value hierarchy are as follows:     Fair Value Hierarchy As of March 31, 2022   Carrying Value   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3   Total Estimated Fair Value     (In thousands) Assets                     Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net $ 229,343 $ – $ – $ 229,343 $ 229,343 Mortgage loans, net   423,163   –   –   423,163   450,347 Other investments   120,592   –   –   120,592   120,592 Total $ 773,098 $ – $ – $ 773,098 $ 800,282                                             Liabilities                     Notes, loans and finance leases payable $ 6,059,713 $ – $ 6,059,713 $ – $ 5,875,781 Total $ 6,059,713 $ – $ 6,059,713 $ – $ 5,875,781   .   Fair Value Hierarchy As of March 31, 2021   Carrying Value   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3   Total Estimated Fair Value     (In thousands) Assets                     Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net $ 224,426 $ – $ – $ 224,426 $ 224,426 Mortgage loans, net   391,230   –   –   391,230   391,230 Other investments   98,529   –   –   98,529   98,529 Total $ 714,185 $ – $ – $ 714,185 $ 714,185                                             Liabilities                     Notes, loans and finance leases payable $ 4,698,615   – $ 4,698,615 $ – $ 4,449,691 Total $ 4,698,615 $ – $ 4,698,615 $ – $ 4,449,691 The following tables represent the financial assets and liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets as of March 31, 2022 and 2021, that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis and the level within the fair value hierarchy. As of March 31, 2022   Total   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3     (In thousands) Assets                 Short-term investments $ 2,482,154 $ 2,482,154 $ – $ – Fixed maturities - available for sale   2,821,092   26,914   2,794,086   92 Preferred stock   26,095   26,095   –   – Common stock   46,212   46,212   –   – Derivatives   7,474   7,474   –   – Total $ 5,383,027 $ 2,588,849 $ 2,794,086 $ 92                                     Liabilities                 Derivatives $ 587 $ – $ 587 $ – Total $ 587 $ – $ 587 $ – As of March 31, 2021   Total   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3     (In thousands) Assets                 Short-term investments $ 839,250 $ 839,250 $ – $ – Fixed maturities - available for sale   2,653,539   6,967   2,646,415   157 Preferred stock   21,677   21,677   –   – Common stock   20,440   20,440   –   – Derivatives   6,601   6,601   –   – Total $ 3,541,507 $ 894,935 $ 2,646,415 $ 157                                     Liabilities                 Derivatives $ 5,141 $ – $ 5,141 $ – Total $ 5,141 $ – $ 5,141 $ –   The fair value measurement of our assets using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) were $ 0.1 million and $ 0.2 million for March 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
v3.22.1
Reinsurance and Policy Benefits and Losses, Claims and Loss Expenses Payable
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]  
Reinsurance and Policy Benefits and Losses, Claims and Loss Expenses Payable Note 16.   Reinsurance and Policy Benefits and Losses, Claims and Loss Expenses Payable During their normal course of business, our insurance subsidiaries assume and cede reinsurance on both a coinsurance and a risk premium basis. They also obtain reinsurance for that portion of risks exceeding their retention limits. The maximum amount of life insurance retained on any one life is $ 150,000 .       Amount (a) Direct   Other Companies Ceded to   from Other Companies Assumed   Amount (a) Net   Amount Assumed to Net Percentage of       (In thousands)   Year ended December 31, 2021                       Life insurance in force $ 1,029,537 $ 72 $ 328,030 $ 1,357,495   24 % Premiums earned:                       Life $ 56,353 $ 2 $ 4,514 $ 60,865   7 % Accident and health   48,385   160   1,166   49,391   2 % Annuity   444   –   327   771   42 % Property and casualty   89,667   –   –   89,667   – % Total $ 194,849 $ 162 $ 6,007 $ 200,694                               Year ended December 31, 2020                       Life insurance in force $ 1,031,634 $ 73 $ 356,266 $ 1,387,827   26 % Premiums earned:                       Life $ 58,048 $ 1 $ 5,049 $ 63,096   8 % Accident and health   57,081   211   1,388   58,258   2 % Annuity   221   –   34   255   13 % Property and casualty   70,285   –   –   70,285   – % Total $ 185,635 $ 212 $ 6,471 $ 191,894                               Year ended December 31, 2019                       Life insurance in force $ 957,280 $ 7 $ 441,563 $ 1,398,836   32 % Premiums earned:                       Life $ 53,289 $ 1 $ 5,629 $ 58,917   10 % Accident and health   66,863   226   1,563   68,200   2 % Annuity   65   –   794   859   92 % Property and casualty   69,126   –   15   69,141   – % Total $ 189,343 $ 227 $ 8,001 $ 197,117       (a)   Balances are reported net of inter-segment transactions.   Reserves for recognizing a premium deficiency included in future policy benefits are established, if necessary, when the liability for future policy benefits plus the present value of expected future gross premiums are determined to be materially insufficient to provide for expected future policy benefits and expenses. Additionally, in certain instances the policyholder liability for a particular line of business may not be deficient in the aggregate to trigger loss recognition, but the pattern of earnings may be such that profits are expected to be recognized in earlier years followed by losses in later years. In these situations, accounting standards require that an additional liability be recognized by an amount necessary to sufficiently offset the losses that would be recognized in later years. The Company has not recognized any reserves related to premium deficiencies in the years ended December 31, 2021 and December 31, 2020. To the extent that a reinsurer is unable to meet its obligation under the related reinsurance agreements, Repwest would remain liable for the unpaid losses and loss expenses. Pursuant to certain of these agreements, Repwest holds letters of credit as of December 31, 2021 in the amount of $0.1 million from re-insurers. Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable for Property and Casualty Insurance were as follows:     December 31,     2021   2020     (In thousands) Unpaid losses and loss adjustment expense $ 159,162 $ 177,963 Reinsurance losses payable   1,217   979 Total $ 160,379 $ 178,942   Activity in the liability for unpaid losses and loss adjustment expenses for Property and Casualty Insurance is summarized as follows:       December 31,     2021   2020   2019     (In thousands) Balance at January 1 $ 177,963 $ 209,127 $ 228,970 Less: reinsurance recoverable   64,873   87,083   94,920 Net balance at January 1   113,090   122,044   134,050 Incurred related to:             Current year   28,980   20,670   22,137 Prior years   (6,290)   (3,865)   (9,535) Total incurred   22,690   16,805   12,602 Paid related to:             Current year   11,040   7,664   7,366 Prior years   12,972   18,095   17,242 Total paid   24,012   25,759   24,608 Net balance at December 31   111,768   113,090   122,044 Plus: reinsurance recoverable   47,394   64,873   87,083 Balance at December 31 $ 159,162 $ 177,963 $ 209,127   Prior year incurred losses were impacted by favorable development on numerous Excess Workers Compensation claims. The liability for incurred losses and loss adjustment expenses (net of reinsurance recoverable of $47.4 million) decreased by $18.8 million as of December 31, 2021. The information about property and casualty incurred and paid loss and loss adjustment expense development for the years end December 31, 2015 through 2021, and the average annual percentage payout of incurred claims by age as of December 31, 2021, is presented as supplementary information. Claims data for December 31, 2015 through 2020 is unaudited. Claims data for December 31, 2021 is audited.   Cumulative Incurred Claims and Allocated Claims Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance                                 As of                                 December 31, 2021                                 Total of                                     Incurred-but-                                     Not-Reported                                     Liabilities Plus                                     Expected   Cumulative                                 Development   Number of Accident                               on Reported   Reported Year   2015   2016   2017   2018   2019   2020   2021   Claims   Claims         (In thousands, except claim counts)     2015 $ 12,214 $ 12,459 $ 12,460 $ 12,464 $ 11,087 $ 11,092 $ 11,093 $ –   11,104 2016       13,297   13,011   13,056   11,790   11,764   11,764   –   11,469 2017           15,748   16,109   17,078   15,538   15,273   –   12,102 2018               19,580   18,386   18,027   17,157   251   11,983 2019                   22,138   26,316   27,316   2,283   11,746 2020                       20,671   17,485   3,455   11,274 2021                           28,982   12,709   13,729                             Total   18,698       The following table presents paid claims development as of December 31, 2021, net of reinsurance. Claims data for 2015 through 2020 is unaudited. Claims data for 2021 is audited.   Cumulative Paid Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance     (In thousands) Accident                             Year   2015   2016   2017   2018   2019   2020   2021 2015 $ 7,509 $ 9,601 $ 9,730 $ 10,343 $ 11,087 $ 11,092 $ 11,093 2016       7,777   10,665   11,643   11,746   11,764   11,764 2017           8,970   11,638   14,825   15,012   15,263 2018               8,838   12,689   15,150   16,766 2019                   7,366   14,737   19,215 2020                       7,665   11,114 2021                           11,040                     Total   Total   96,255 All outstanding liabilities before 2015, net of reinsurance       78,955 Liabilities for claims and claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance       111,768 The reconciliation of the net incurred and paid claims development tables for the liability for claims and claims adjustment expenses is as follows:     December 31, 2021     (In thousands) Liabilities for unpaid Property and Casualty claims     and claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance $ 111,768       Total reinsurance recoverable on unpaid     Property and Casualty claims $ 47,394       Total gross liability for unpaid Property and Casualty     claims and claim adjustment expense $ 159,162 The following is supplementary information about average historical claims duration as of December 31, 2021. Average Annual Percentage Payout of Incurred Claims by Age, net of Reinsurance     (In percentages)   Years   1   2   3   4   5   6   7   Property and Casualty Insurance   50.4 % 21.7 % 12.2 % 4.3 % 2.8 % – % – %
v3.22.1
Leases
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Leases [Abstract]  
Leases Of Lessee Disclosure [Text Block] Note 17. Leases Lessor We have determined that revenues derived by providing self-moving equipment rentals, self-storage rentals and certain other revenues, including U-Box rentals, are within the scope of the accounting guidance contained in Topic 842. We combined all lease and non-lease components of lease contracts for which the timing and pattern of transfer are the same and the lease component meets the classification of an operating lease, and account for them in accordance with Topic 842. The revenue streams accounted for in accordance with Topic 842 are recognized evenly over the period of rental. Please see Note 22, Revenue Recognition, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. Lessee We determine if an arrangement is a lease at inception. Operating leases, which are comprised primarily of storage rental locations, are included in ROU assets - operating, net and operating lease liabilities in our consolidated balance sheets. Finance leases, which are comprised primarily of rental equipment leases, are included in ROU assets - financing, net, and notes, loans and finance leases payable, net in our consolidated balance sheets. ROU assets represent our right to use an underlying asset for the lease term and lease liabilities represent our obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. ROU assets and liabilities are recognized at commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the expected remaining lease term. We use our incremental borrowing rate based on information available at commencement date, including the rate for a fully collateralized loan that can either be fully amortized or financed with a residual at the end of the lease term, for a borrower with similar credit quality in order to determine the present value of lease payments. Our lease terms may include options to extend or terminate the lease, which are included in the calculation of ROU assets when it is reasonably certain that we will exercise those options. Lease expense for lease payments is recognized on a straight-line basis over the lease term. We have lease agreements with lease and non-lease components, which are generally not accounted for separately. Additionally, for certain leases, we apply a portfolio approach to account for the operating lease ROU assets and liabilities as the leases are similar in nature and have nearly identical contract provisions. Our equipment sale/leaseback transactions do not qualify as a sale.   New sale leaseback transactions that fail to qualify as a sale are accounted for as a financial liability.   Please see Note 8, Borrowings, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information. The following table shows the components of our ROU assets, net:       As of March 31, 2022     Finance   Operating   Total     (In thousands)               Buildings and improvements $ – $ 136,444 $ 136,444 Furniture and equipment   14,731   –   14,731 Rental trailers and other rental equipment   169,514   –   169,514 Rental trucks   1,114,248   –   1,114,248 Right-of-use assets, gross   1,298,493   136,444   1,434,937 Less: Accumulated depreciation   (677,669)   (62,062)   (739,731) Right-of-use assets, net $ 620,824 $ 74,382 $ 695,206       As of March 31, 2021     Finance   Operating   Total     (In thousands)               Buildings and improvements $ – $ 132,901 $ 132,901 Furniture and equipment   22,316   –   22,316 Rental trailers and other rental equipment   203,594   –   203,594 Rental trucks   1,494,098   –   1,494,098 Right-of-use assets, gross   1,720,008   132,901   1,852,909 Less: Accumulated depreciation   (842,970)   (40,396)   (883,366) Right-of-use assets, net $ 877,038 $ 92,505 $ 969,543   As of March 31, 2022 and 2021, we had finance leases for the ROU assets, net of $ 347.4 million and $ 513.6 million, respectively and operating leases of $ 74.2 million and $ 92.5 million, respectively.       Financing leases       March 31,       2022   2021   Weighted average remaining lease term (years)   3   3   Weighted average discount rate   3.7 % 3.6 %       Operating leases       March 31,       2022   2021   Weighted average remaining lease term (years)   16.5   14.7   Weighted average discount rate   4.6 % 4.6 % For fiscal years 2022, 2021 and 2020, cash paid for leases included in our operating cash flow activities were $ 30.2 million, $ 29.3 million and $ 25.9 million, respectively and our financing cash flow activities were $ 166.3 million, $ 221.2 million and $ 307.8 million, respectively.   Non-cash activities of ROU assets in exchange for lease liabilities were $ 3.7 million, $ 6.8 million and $ 15.4 million for fiscal years 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The components of lease costs, including leases of less than 12 months, were as follows:     Twelve Months Ended March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands)           Operating lease costs $ 30,239 $ 30,551           Finance lease cost:         Amortization of right-of-use assets $ 115,199 $ 150,994 Interest on lease liabilities   15,289   22,405 Total finance lease cost $ 130,488 $ 173,399 The short-term lease costs for fiscal years 2022 and 2021 were not material. Maturities of lease liabilities were as follows:     Finance leases   Operating leases Year ending March 31,   (In thousands)           2023 $ 133,577 $ 23,311 2024   111,781   21,903 2025   78,280   10,630 2026   47,064   4,162 2027   –   3,061 Thereafter   –   59,348 Total lease payments   370,702   122,415 Less: imputed interest   (23,309)   (48,218) Present value of lease liabilities $ 347,393 $ 74,197
v3.22.1
Contingencies
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Contingencies Note 18.   Contingencies Environmental Compliance with environmental requirements of federal, state and local governments may significantly affect Real Estate’s business operations. Among other things, these requirements regulate the discharge of materials into the air, land and water and govern the use and disposal of hazardous substances. Real Estate is aware of issues regarding hazardous substances on some of its properties. Real Estate regularly makes capital and operating expenditures to stay in compliance with environmental laws and has put in place a remedial plan at each site where it believes such a plan is necessary. Based upon the information currently available to Real Estate, compliance with the environmental laws and its share of the costs of investigation and cleanup of known hazardous waste sites are not expected to result in a material adverse effect on AMERCO’s financial position or results of operations. Other We are named as a defendant in various other litigation and claims arising out of the normal course of business. In management’s opinion, none of these other matters will have a material effect on our financial position and results of operations.
v3.22.1
Related Party Transactions
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]  
Related Party Transactions Note 19.   Related Party Transactions As set forth in the Company’s Audit Committee Charter and consistent with NASDAQ Listing Rules, our Audit Committee (the “Audit Committee”) reviews and maintains oversight over related party transactions, which are required to be disclosed under the SEC rules and regulations and in accordance with GAAP. Accordingly, all such related party transactions are submitted to the Audit Committee for ongoing review and oversight. Our internal processes are designed to ensure that our legal and finance departments identify and monitor potential related party transactions that may require disclosure and Audit Committee oversight. AMERCO has engaged in related party transactions and has continuing related party interests with certain major stockholders, directors and officers of the consolidated group as disclosed below. SAC Holding Corporation and SAC Holding II Corporation (collectively “SAC Holdings”) were established in order to acquire and develop self-storage properties. These properties are being managed by us pursuant to management agreements.   SAC Holdings, Four SAC Self-Storage Corporation, Five SAC Self-Storage Corporation, Galaxy Investments, L.P. and 2015 SAC Self-Storage, LLC are substantially controlled by Blackwater Investments, Inc. (“Blackwater”). Blackwater is wholly owned by Willow Grove Holdings LP, which is owned by Mark V. Shoen (a significant stockholder), and various trusts associated with Edward J. Shoen (our Chairman of the Board, President and a significant stockholder) and Mark V. Shoen. Related Party Revenues     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) U-Haul management fee revenue from Blackwater $ 28,546 $ 25,512 $ 24,014 U-Haul management fee revenue from Mercury   6,648   6,091   6,392   $ 35,194 $ 31,603 $ 30,406 We currently manage the self-storage properties owned or leased by Blackwater and Mercury Partners, L.P. (“Mercury”), pursuant to a standard form of management agreement, under which we receive a management fee of between 4 % and 10 % of the gross receipts plus reimbursement for certain expenses. We received management fees, exclusive of reimbursed expenses, of $ 38.5 million, $ 31.2 million and $ 29.0 million from the above-mentioned entities during fiscal 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively. This management fee is consistent with the fee received for other properties we previously managed for third parties. Mark V. Shoen controls the general partner of Mercury. The limited partner interests of Mercury are owned indirectly by James P. Shoen and various trusts benefitting Edward J. Shoen and James P. Shoen or their descendants.   Mercury holds the option to purchase a portfolio of properties currently leased by Mercury and a U-Haul subsidiary, which option is exercisable in 2024. Related Party Costs and Expenses     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) U-Haul lease expenses to Blackwater $ 2,445 $ 2,612 $ 2,631 U-Haul commission expenses to Blackwater   88,288   69,212   62,066   $ 90,733 $ 71,824 $ 64,697 We lease space for marketing company offices, vehicle repair shops and hitch installation centers from subsidiaries of Blackwater. The terms of the leases are similar to the terms of leases for other properties owned by unrelated parties that are leased to us. As of March 31, 2022, subsidiaries of Blackwater acted as U-Haul independent dealers. The financial and other terms of the dealership contracts with the aforementioned companies and their subsidiaries are substantially identical to the terms of those with our other independent dealers whereby commissions are paid by us based upon equipment rental revenues. These agreements and notes with subsidiaries of Blackwater, excluding Dealer Agreements, provided revenues of $ 28.5 million, expenses of $ 2.4 million and cash flows of $ 25.9 million during fiscal 2022. Revenues and commission expenses related to the Dealer Agreements were $ 417.9 million and $ 88.3 million, respectively for fiscal 2022. Management determined that we do not have a variable interest pursuant to the VIE model under ASC 810 in the holding entities of Blackwater. Related Party Assets     March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) U-Haul receivable from Blackwater $ 41,364 $ 27,116 U-Haul receivable from Mercury   5,708   9,632 Other (a)   779   (1,353)   $ 47,851 $ 35,395 (a) Timing differences for intercompany balances with insurance subsidiaries resulting from the three month difference in reporting periods.
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Statutory Financial Information of Insurance Subsidiaries
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]  
Statutory Financial Information of Insurance Subsidiaries Note 20.   Statutory Financial Information of Insurance Subsidiaries Applicable laws and regulations of the States of Arizona and Nevada require Property and Casualty Insurance and Life Insurance to maintain minimum capital and surplus determined in accordance with statutory accounting principles. Audited statutory net income and statutory capital and surplus for the years ended are listed below:     Years Ended December 31,     2021   2020   2019     (In thousands) Repwest:             Audited statutory net income $ 33,314 $ 22,898 $ 28,614 Audited statutory capital and surplus   266,875   227,380   226,999 ARCOA:             Audited statutory net income (loss)   (752)   2,438   2,906 Audited statutory capital and surplus   14,697   15,928   12,851 Oxford:             Audited statutory net income   23,217   6,296   18,599 Audited statutory capital and surplus   230,202   218,301   223,264 CFLIC:             Audited statutory net income   6,019   8,082   8,043 Audited statutory capital and surplus   17,098   25,980   26,305 NAI:             Audited statutory net income   1,874   2,127   1,942 Audited statutory capital and surplus   7,961   13,980   13,371 The amount of dividends that can be paid to shareholders by insurance companies domiciled in the State of Arizona is limited. There are restrictions on the ability of our insurance subsidiaries to transfer funds to us in the form of cash dividends, loans or advances. Their ordinary dividends are limited to the lower of 10% of prior year statutory surplus or prior year net income. Any extraordinary dividend, loans or advances to us from the insurance subsidiaries must be approved by the domiciliary insurance commissioner. Any dividend in excess of the limit requires prior regulatory approval. The statutory surplus for Repwest at December 31, 2021 that could be distributed as ordinary dividends was $26.7 million. The statutory surplus for Oxford at December 31, 2021 that could be distributed as ordinary dividends was $23.0 million. Repwest paid a dividend of $ $22.6 million and $21.6 million to AMERCO during fiscal 2021 and 2020, respectively. Repwest did not pay a dividend to AMERCO in fiscal 2022. Oxford paid a dividend of $18.6 million to AMERCO during fiscal 2021.  Oxford did not pay a dividend to AMERCO in   fiscal 2022 or 2020. Restricted net assets for our insurance subsidiaries were $ 91.7 million and $ 105.4 million as of December 31, 2021 and 2020, respectively. For our insurance subsidiaries, statutory accounting principles (“SAP”) differ from GAAP primarily in that: (i) premiums from deferred annuities are recognized as revenue under SAP, while they are accounted for as liabilities from investment contracts under GAAP; (ii) policy acquisition costs are expensed as incurred under SAP, while they are deferred and amortized over the effective period of the related life insurance policies or the present value of actual and expected gross profits from annuity deposits; (iii) policy benefits and losses are established using different actuarial assumptions; and (iv) investments are valued on a different basis and valuation allowances attributable to investments are different. In addition, certain assets are not admitted under SAP and are charged directly to surplus.
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Financial Information by Geographic Area Data
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Segments, Geographical Areas [Abstract]  
Industry Segment and Geographic Area Data Note 21.   Financial Information by Geographic Area       United States   Canada   Consolidated     (All amounts are in thousands U.S. $'s) Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2022             Total revenues $ 5,452,027 $ 287,720 $ 5,739,747 Depreciation and amortization, net of gains on disposal   509,517   2,969   512,486 Interest expense   163,586   3,838   167,424 Pretax earnings   1,431,155   44,342   1,475,497 Income tax expense   342,213   9,998   352,211 Identifiable assets   16,776,070   523,511   17,299,581       United States   Canada   Consolidated     (All amounts are in thousands U.S. $'s) Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2021             Total revenues $ 4,334,083 $ 207,902 $ 4,541,985 Depreciation and amortization, net of gains on disposal   631,344   10,160   641,504 Interest expense   160,429   3,073   163,502 Pretax earnings   773,030   23,628   796,658 Income tax expense   180,845   4,957   185,802 Identifiable assets   14,212,978   438,628   14,651,606       United States   Canada   Consolidated     (All amounts are in thousands U.S. $'s) Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2020             Total revenues $ 3,797,849 $ 181,019 $ 3,978,868 Depreciation and amortization, net of gains on disposal   652,110   15,414   667,524 Interest expense   157,595   3,355   160,950 Pretax earnings   372,687   5,437   378,124 Income tax expense (benefit)   (65,842)   1,918   (63,924) Identifiable assets   13,016,942   421,082   13,438,024
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Consolidating Financial Information by Industry Segment
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Consolidating Financial Information by Industry Segment Note 21A.   Consolidating Financial Information by Industry Segment AMERCO’s three reportable segments are: Moving and Storage, comprised of AMERCO, U-Haul, and Real Estate and the subsidiaries of    U-Haul and Real Estate; Property and Casualty Insurance, comprised of Repwest and its subsidiaries and ARCOA; and Life Insurance, comprised of Oxford and its subsidiaries. Management tracks revenues separately, but does not report any separate measure of the profitability for rental vehicles, rentals of self-storage spaces and sales of products that are required to be classified as a separate operating segment and accordingly does not present these as separate reportable segments. Deferred income taxes, net are shown as liabilities on the consolidating statements. The information includes elimination entries necessary to consolidate AMERCO, the parent, with its subsidiaries. Investments in subsidiaries are accounted for by the parent using the equity method of accounting.
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Revenue Recognition
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Revenue From Contract With Customer [Abstract]  
Revenue Recognition Note 22.   Revenue Recognition Revenue Recognized in Accordance with ASC Topic 606 ASC Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606) , outlines a five-step model for entities to use in accounting for revenue arising from contracts with customers. The standard applies to all contracts with customers except for leases, insurance contracts, financial instruments, certain nonmonetary exchanges and certain guarantees. The standard also requires disclosure about the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows arising from customer contracts, including significant judgments and changes in judgments. We enter into contracts that may include various combinations of products and services, which are generally capable of being distinct and accounted for as separate performance obligations. Revenue is recognized net of amounts collected from customers for taxes, such as sales tax, and remitted to the applicable taxing authorities. We account for a contract under Topic 606 when it has approval and commitment from both parties, the rights of the parties are identified, payment terms are identified, the contract has commercial substance and collectability of consideration is probable. For contracts scoped into this standard, revenue is recognized when (or as) the performance obligations are satisfied by means of transferring goods or services to the customer as applicable to each revenue stream as discussed below. There were no material contract assets or liabilities for fiscal 2022. Sales of self-moving and self-storage related products are recognized at the time that title passes and the customer accepts delivery. The performance obligations identified for this portfolio of contracts include moving and storage product sales, installation services and/or propane sales. Each of these performance obligations has an observable stand-alone selling price. We concluded that the performance obligations identified are satisfied at a point in time. The basis for this conclusion is that the customer does not receive the product/propane or benefit from the installation services until the related performance obligation is satisfied. These products/services being provided have an alternative use as they are not customized and can be sold/provided to any customer. In addition, we only have the right to receive payment once the products have been transferred to the customer or the installation services have been completed. Although product sales have a right of return policy, our estimated obligation for future product returns is not material to the financial statements at this time. Property management fees are recognized over the period that agreed-upon services are provided. The performance obligation for this portfolio of contracts is property management services, which represents a series of distinct days of service, each of which is comprised of activities that may vary from day to day. However, those tasks are activities to fulfill the property management services and are not separate promises in the contract. We determined that each increment of the promised service is distinct. This is because the customer can benefit from each increment of service on its own and each increment of service is separately identifiable because no day of service significantly modifies or customizes another and no day of service significantly affects either the entity’s ability to fulfill another day of service or the benefit to the customer of another day of service. As such, we concluded that the performance obligation is satisfied over time. Additionally, in certain contracts the Company has the ability to earn an incentive fee based on operational results. We measure and recognize the progress toward completion of the performance obligation on a quarterly basis using the most likely amount method to determine an accrual for the incentive fee portion of the compensation received in exchange for the property management service. The variable consideration recognized is subject to constraints due to a range of possible consideration amounts based on actual operational results. Other revenue consists of numerous services or rentals, of which U-Box contracts and service fees from Moving Help are the main components. The performance obligations identified for U-Box contracts are fees for rental, storage and shipping of U-Box containers to a specified location, each of which are distinct. A contract may be partially within the scope of Topic 606 and partially within the scope of other topics. The rental and storage obligations in U-Box contracts meet the definition of a lease in Topic 842, while the shipping obligation represents a contract with a customer accounted for under Topic 606. Therefore, we allocate the total transaction price between the performance obligations of storage fees and rental fees and the shipping fees on a standalone selling price basis. U-Box shipping fees are collected once the shipment is in transit. Shipping fees in U-Box contracts are set at the initiation of the contract based on the shipping origin and destination, and the performance obligation is satisfied over   time. U-Box shipping contracts span over a relatively short period of time, and the majority of these contracts begin and end within the same fiscal year. Moving Help services fees are recognized in accordance with Topic 606. Moving Help services are generated as we provide a neutral venue for the connection between the service provider and the customer for agreed upon services. We do not control the specified services provided by the service provider before that service is transferred to the customer. Revenue Recognized in Accordance with Topic 842 The Company’s self-moving rental revenues meet the definition of a lease pursuant to the guidance in Topic 842 because those substitution rights do not provide an economic benefit to the Company that would exceed the cost of exercising the right.   Please see Note 17, Leases, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. Self-moving rentals are recognized over the contract period that trucks and moving equipment are rented. We offer two types of self-moving rental contracts, one-way rentals and in-town rentals, which have varying payment terms. Customer payment is received at the initiation of the contract for one-way rentals which covers an allowable limit for equipment usage. An estimated fee in the form of a deposit is received at the initiation of the contract for in-town rentals, and final payment is received upon the return of the equipment based on actual fees incurred. The contract price is estimated at the initiation of the contract, as there is variable consideration associated with ratable fees incurred based on the number of days the equipment is rented and the number of miles driven. Variable consideration is estimated using the most likely amount method which is based on the intended use of the rental equipment by the customer at the initiation of the contract. Historically, the variability in estimated transaction pricing compared to actual is not significant due to the relatively short duration of rental contracts. Each performance obligation has an observable stand-alone selling price. The input method of passage of time is appropriate as there is a direct relationship between our inputs and the transfer of benefit to the customer over the life of the contract. Self-moving rental contracts span a relatively short period of time, and the majority of these contracts began and ended within the same fiscal year. Self-storage revenues are recognized as earned over the contract period based upon the number of paid storage contract days. We lease portions of our operating properties to tenants under agreements that are classified as operating leases. We recognize the total minimum lease payments provided for under the leases on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Generally, under the terms of our leases, the majority of our rental expenses, including common area maintenance, real estate taxes and insurance, are recovered from our customers. The following table summarizes the minimum lease payments due from our customers and operating property tenants on leases for the next five years and thereafter:       Year Ended March 31,     2023   2024   2025   2026   2027   Thereafter           (In thousands)                           Self-moving equipment rentals $ 5,537 $ – $ – $ – $ – $ – Property lease revenues   16,544   11,063   8,180   6,381   5,254   43,931 Total $ 22,081 $ 11,063 $ 8,180 $ 6,381 $ 5,254 $ 43,931   The amounts above do not reflect future rental revenue from the renewal or replacement of existing leases. Revenue Recognized in Accordance with Other Topics Traditional life and Medicare supplement insurance premiums are recognized as revenue over the premium-paying periods of the contracts when due from the policyholders. For products where premiums are due over a significantly shorter duration than the period over which benefits are provided, such as our single premium whole life product, premiums are recognized when received and excess profits are deferred and recognized in relation to the insurance in force. Property and casualty insurance premiums are recognized as revenue over the policy periods. Interest and investment income are recognized as earned. Net investment and interest income has multiple components. Interest income from bonds and mortgage notes are recognized when earned. Dividends on common and preferred stocks are recognized on the ex-dividend dates. Realized gains and losses on the sale or exchange of investments are recognized at the trade date. In the following tables, the revenue is disaggregated by timing of revenue recognition:     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020           (In thousands)               Revenues recognized over time $   284,401 $   182,278 $   147,565 Revenues recognized at a point in time   414,985   396,600   309,804 Total revenues recognized under ASC 606   699,386   578,878   457,369               Revenues recognized under ASC 842   4,690,434   3,644,798   3,182,902 Revenues recognized under ASC 944   201,666   195,371   200,768 Revenues recognized under ASC 320   148,261   122,938   137,829 Total revenues $   5,739,747 $   4,541,985 $   3,978,868 In the above tables, the revenues recognized over time include property management fees, the shipping fees associated with U-Box rentals and a portion of other revenues. Revenues recognized at a point in time include self-moving equipment rentals, self-moving and self-storage products and service sales and a portion of other revenues. We recognized liabilities resulting from contracts with customers for self-moving equipment rentals, self-storage revenues, U-Box revenues and tenant revenue, in which the length of the contract goes beyond the reported period end, although rental periods of the equipment, storage and U-Box contract are generally short-term in nature. The timing of revenue recognition results in liabilities that are reflected in deferred income on the balance sheet.
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Allowance for Credit Losses
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Allowance For Credit Loss [Abstract]  
Allowance For Credit Losses [Text Block] Note 23 . Allowance for Credit Losses Mortgage loans, net Loans that management has the intent and ability to hold for the foreseeable future, or until maturity or payoff, are reported at amortized cost.   Modeling for the Company’s mortgage loans is based on inputs most highly correlated to defaults, including loan-to-value, occupancy, and payment history.   Historical credit loss experience provides additional support for the estimation of expected credit losses. In assessing the credit losses, the portfolio is reviewed on a collective basis, using loan-specific cash flows to determine the fair value of the collateral in the event of default.   Adjustments to this analysis are made to assess loans with a loan-to-value of 65% or greater. These loan are evaluated on an individual basis and loan specific risk characteristics such as occupancy levels, expense, income growth and other relevant available information from internal and external sources relating to past events, current conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts. When management determines that credit losses are expected to occur, an allowance for expected credit losses based on the fair value of the collateral is recorded. Reinsurance recoverables Reinsurance recoverable on paid and unpaid benefits was less than 1 % of the total assets as of January 1, 2021 which is immaterial based on historical loss experience and high credit rating of the reinsurers. Premium receivables Premiums receivables   were $ 1.7 million as of December 31, 2021, in which the credit loss allowance is immaterial based on our ability to cancel the policy if the policyholder doesn‘t pay premiums. The following details the changes in the Company’s reserve allowance for credit losses for trade receivables, fixed maturities and investments, other:       Allowance for Credit Losses     Trade Receivables   Investments, Fixed Maturities   Investments, other   Total                       (In thousands)     Balance as of March 31, 2020 $ 3,215 $ 503 $ 501 $ 4,219 Transition adjustment current expected credit losses   1,206   817   –   2,023 Write-offs against allowance   –   –   –   – Recoveries   –   –   –   – Balance as of March 31, 2021 $ 4,421 $ 1,320 $ 501 $ 6,242 Provision for (reversal of) credit losses   4,228   (1,260)   –   2,968 Write-offs against allowance   –   –   –   – Recoveries   –   –   –   – Balance as of March 31, 2022 $ 8,649 $ 60 $ 501 $ 9,210
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Subsequent Events
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Subsequent Events [Abstract]  
Subsequent Events Note 24.   Subsequent Events Our management has evaluated subsequent events occurring after March 31, 2022. We do not believe any subsequent events have occurred that would require further disclosure or adjustment to our financial statements.
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Schedule I - Condensed Financial Information of Amerco
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]  
Condensed Financial Information of Parent Company Only Disclosure [Text Block] SCHEDULE   I CONDENSED FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF AMERCO BALANCE SHEETS     March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) ASSETS Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,085,447 $ 751,053 Investment in subsidiaries   4,240,811   3,284,760 Related party assets   1,821,654   1,535,355 Other assets   178,691   413,167 Total assets $ 8,326,603 $ 5,984,335           LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY Liabilities:         Other liabilities $ 2,442,517 $ 1,136,742     2,442,517   1,136,742 Stockholders' equity:         Preferred stock   –   – Common stock   10,497   10,497 Additional paid-in capital   454,029   454,029 Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)   45,187   102,568 Retained earnings:         Beginning of period   4,958,149   4,399,192 Adjustment for adoption of Topic 326   –   (2,880) Net earnings   1,123,286   610,856 Dividends   (29,412)   (49,019) End of period   6,052,023   4,958,149           Cost of common shares in treasury   (525,653)   (525,653) Cost of preferred shares in treasury   (151,997)   (151,997) Total stockholders' equity   5,884,086   4,847,593 Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 8,326,603 $ 5,984,335 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed financial statements. CONDENSED FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF AMERCO STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands, except share and per share data) Revenues:             Net interest income and other revenues $ 1,516 $ 720 $ 6,586 Expenses:             Operating expenses   5,517   6,753   10,622 Other expenses   115   115   96 Total expenses   5,632   6,868   10,718 Equity in earnings of subsidiaries   1,011,841   508,632   205,940 Interest income   131,400   135,673   130,670 Pretax earnings   1,139,125   638,157   332,478 Income tax benfefit (expense)   (15,839)   (27,301)   109,570 Earnings available to common shareholders $ 1,123,286 $ 610,856 $ 442,048 Basic and diluted earnings per common share $ 57.29 $ 31.15 $ 22.55 Weighted average common shares outstanding: Basic and diluted   19,607,788   19,607,788   19,603,708 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed financial statements.   CONDENSED FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF AMERCO STATEMENTS OF comprehensive income     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands)               Net earnings $ 1,123,286 $ 610,856 $ 442,048 Other comprehensive income (loss)   (60,473)   72,205   101,350 Total comprehensive income $ 1,062,813 $ 683,061 $ 543,398 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed financial statements.   CONDENSED FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF AMERCO STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOW     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) Cash flows from operating activities:             Net earnings $ 1,123,286 $ 610,856 $ 442,048 Change in investments in subsidiaries   (1,011,841)   (508,632)   (205,940) Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:             Depreciation   1   1   1 Amortization of debt issuance costs   292   924   – Deferred income taxes   106,869   72,407   323,980 Net change in other operating assets and liabilities:             Prepaid expenses   234,490   88,898   (381,190) Other assets   (4)   –   22 Related party assets   (240)   (12,000)   – Accounts payable and accrued expenses   5,461   (4,019)   1,935 Net cash provided by operating activities   458,314   248,435   180,856               Cash flows from investing activities:             Purchases of property, plant and equipment   (11)   (3)   – Proceeds of property, plant and equipment   –   –   – Net cash used by investing activities   (11)   (3)   –               Cash flows from financing activities:             Borrowings from credit facilities   1,200,000   200,000   – Principal repayments on credit facilities   –   (200,000)   – Debt issuance costs   (8,468)   (924)   – Proceeds from (repayments) of intercompany loans   (284,438)   211,064   (311,534) Common stock dividends paid   (29,412)   (49,019)   (29,404) Net contribution from related party   –   41,199   21,600 Net cash provided (used) by financing activities   877,682   202,320   (319,338)               Effects of exchange rate on cash   (1,591)   5,773   4,060 Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents   1,334,394   456,525   (134,422) Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period   751,053   294,528   428,950 Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 2,085,447 $ 751,053 $ 294,528 Income taxes paid (received), net of income taxes refunds received, amounted to ($4.5) million, $29.0 million and $6.9 million for fiscal 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed financial statements.
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Notes to Condensed Financial Information for Amerco Only - Amerco [Member]
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies 1.   Summary of Significant Accounting Policies AMERCO, a Nevada corporation, was incorporated in April, 1969, and is the holding Company for U-Haul International, Inc., Amerco Real Estate Company, Repwest Insurance Company and Oxford Life Insurance Company. The financial statements of the Registrant should be read in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto included in this Annual Report. AMERCO is included in a consolidated Federal income tax return with all of its U.S. subsidiaries. Accordingly, the provision for income taxes has been calculated for Federal income taxes of AMERCO and subsidiaries included in the consolidated return of AMERCO. State taxes for all subsidiaries are allocated to the respective subsidiaries. The financial statements include only the accounts of AMERCO, which include certain of the corporate operations of AMERCO. The interest in AMERCO’s majority owned subsidiaries is accounted for on the equity method. The intercompany interest income and expenses are eliminated in the Consolidated Financial Statements.
2. Guarantees 2.   Guarantees AMERCO has guaranteed performance of certain long-term leases and other obligations. See Note 17, Leases, and Note 19, Related Party Transactions, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
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Schedule II - Amerco and Consolidated Subsidiaries Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]  
Schedule Of Valuation And Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Text Block] SCHEDULE II AMERCO AND CONSOLIDATED SUBSIDIARIES VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS       Balance at Beginning of Year   Additions Charged to Costs and Expenses   Additions Charged to Other Accounts   Deductions   Balance at Year End                       Year ended March 31, 2022   (In thousands) Allowance for credit losses                     (deducted from trade receivable) $ 4,421 $ 5,283 $ 1,679 $ (2,734) $ 8,649 Allowance for obsolescence                     (deducted from inventory) $ 1,416 $ – $ – $ (336) $ 1,080 Allowance for LIFO                     (deducted from inventory) $ 21,832 $ 15,568 $ – $ – $ 37,400 Allowance for probable losses                     (deducted from mortgage loans) $ 448 $ – $ – $ – $ 448                       Year ended March 31, 2021     Allowance for credit losses                     (deducted from trade receivable) $ 535 $ 2,179 $ 2,680 $ (973) $ 4,421 Allowance for obsolescence                     (deducted from inventory) $ 3,063 $ – $ – $ (1,647) $ 1,416 Allowance for LIFO                     (deducted from inventory) $ 18,886 $ 2,946 $ – $ – $ 21,832 Allowance for probable losses                     (deducted from mortgage loans) $ 493 $ – $ – $ (45) $ 448                       Year ended March 31, 2020                     Allowance for doubtful accounts                     (deducted from trade receivable) $ 549 $ 731 $ – $ (745) $ 535 Allowance for obsolescence                     (deducted from inventory) $ 2,322 $ 741 $ – $ – $ 3,063 Allowance for LIFO                     (deducted from inventory) $ 18,987 $ – $ – $ (101) $ 18,886 Allowance for probable losses                     (deducted from mortgage loans)$ 493 $ – $ – $ – $ 493
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Schedule V - Supplemental Information (for Property-Casualty Insurance Operations)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]  
Schedule Of Supplemental Information For Property Casualty Insurance Underwriters [Text Block] SCHEDULE V AMERCO AND CONSOLIDATED SUBSIDIARIES SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION (FOR PROPERTY-CASUALTY INSURANCE Operations) Years Ended December 31, 2021, 2020, AND 2019   Fiscal Year   Affiliation with Registrant   Deferred Policy Acquisition Cost   Reserves for Unpaid Claims and Adjustment Expenses   Discount if any, Deducted   Unearned Premiums   Net Earned Premiums (1)   Net Investment Income (2)   Claim and Claim Adjustment Expenses Incurred Related to Current Year   Claim and Claim Adjustment Expenses Incurred Related to Prior Year   Amortization of Deferred Policy Acquisition Costs   Paid Claims and Claim Adjustment Expense   Net Premiums Written (1) (In thousands) 2022   Consolidated property casualty entity $ – $ 159,162 $ –   334 $ 89,667 $ 24,385 $ 28,980 $ (6,290) $ – $ 24,012 $ 90,002 2021   Consolidated property casualty entity   –   177,963   –   (294)   70,285   16,335   20,670   (3,865)   –   25,759   69,989 2020   Consolidated property casualty entity   –   209,127   –   233   69,141   19,926   22,137   (9,535)   –   24,608   66,277   (1)The earned and written premiums are reported net of intersegment transactions. There were $ 3.1 million, $ 1.5 million and $ 3.1 million in written premiums and $ 2.8 million, $ 1.8 million and $ 2.8 million in earned premiums eliminated for the years ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively. (2) Net Investment Income excludes net realized (gains) losses on investments of ($1.0) million, ($0.1) million and ($0.4) million for the years ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively.
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Accounting Policies (Policy Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Policy Text Block [Abstract]  
Use of Estimates Use of Estimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) in the United States requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. The accounting policies that we deem most critical to us and that require management’s most difficult and subjective judgments include the principles of consolidation, the recoverability of property, plant and equipment, the adequacy of insurance reserves, the recognition and measurement of impairments for investments accounted for under ASC 320 - Investments - Debt and Equity Securities and the recognition and measurement of income tax assets and liabilities. The actual results experienced by us may materially differ from management’s estimates.
Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and Cash Equivalents We consider cash equivalents to be highly liquid debt securities with insignificant interest rate risk with original maturities from the date of purchase of three months or less. Financial instruments that potentially subject us to concentrations of credit risk consist principally of cash deposits. Accounts at each United States financial institution are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation up to $ 250,000 . Accounts at each Canadian financial institution are insured by the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation up to $ 100,000 CAD per account. As of March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021, we held cash equivalents in excess of these insured limits. To mitigate this risk, we select financial institutions based on their credit ratings and financial strength.
Investments Investments Fixed Maturities and Marketable Equities. Fixed maturity investments consist of either marketable debt, equity or redeemable preferred stocks. As of the balance sheet dates, all of our investments in these securities were classified as available-for-sale. Available-for-sale investments are reported at fair value, with unrealized gains or losses recorded net of taxes and applicable adjustments to deferred policy acquisition costs in stockholders’ equity.  We adopted ASC Topic 326, Financial Instruments Credit Losses (“Topic 326”) as of April 1, 2020, for available-for-sale debt securities. This new standard requires the use of forward-looking information to estimate credit losses and requires credit losses for available for sale debt securities to be recorded through an allowance for credit losses rather than a reduction in the amortized cost basis.  Changes in the market value of common stocks are recognized in earnings. Fair   value for these investments is based on quoted market prices, dealer quotes or discounted cash flows. The cost of investments sold is based on the specific identification method. See Note 23, Allowance for Credit Losses, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. Mortgage Loans and Notes on Real Estate. Mortgage loans and notes on real estate are reported at their unpaid balance, net of any allowance for expected losses and any unamortized premium or discount. See Note 23, Allowance for Credit Losses, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. Recognition of Investment Income. Interest income from bonds and mortgage notes is recognized when earned. Dividends on common and preferred stocks are recognized on the ex-dividend dates. Realized gains and losses on the sale or exchange of investments are recognized at the trade date.
Derivative Financial Instruments Accrued Interest Receivable Accrued interest receivables on available-for-sale securities totaled $28.7 million as of December 31, 2021 and are excluded from the estimate of credit losses. We have elected not to measure an allowance on accrued interest receivables as our practice is to write off the uncollectible balance in a timely manner. Furthermore, we have elected to write off accrued interest receivables by reversing interest income. Derivative Financial Instruments Our objective for holding derivative financial instruments is to manage interest rate risk exposure primarily through entering interest rate swap agreements and call options. We do not enter into these instruments for trading purposes. Counterparties to the interest rate swap agreements are major financial institutions. Derivatives are recognized at fair value on the balance sheet and are classified as prepaid expenses (asset) or accrued expenses (liability). Derivatives that are not designated as cash flow hedges for accounting purposes must be adjusted to fair value through income. If the derivative qualifies and is designated as a cash flow hedge, changes in its fair value will be recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) until the hedged item is recognized in earnings. See Note 10, Derivatives, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
Inventory, net Inventories and parts, net Inventories and parts, net were as follows:       March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) Truck and trailer parts and accessories (a) $ 148,237 $ 95,976 Hitches and towing components (b)   32,508   19,972 Moving supplies and propane (b)   16,623   12,877 Subtotal   197,368   128,825 Less: LIFO reserves   (37,400)   (21,832) Less: excess and obsolete reserves   (1,080)   (1,416) Total $ 158,888 $ 105,577           (a) Primarily held for internal usage, including equipment manufacturing and repair (b) Primarily held for retail sales           Inventories consist primarily of truck and trailer parts and accessories used to manufacture and repair rental equipment as well as products and accessories available for retail sale. Inventory is held at our owned locations; our independent dealers do not hold any of our inventory. Inventories are stated at the lower cost or net realizable value. Inventory cost is primarily determined using the last-in first-out method (“LIFO”). Inventories valued using LIFO consisted of approximately 93 % and 96 % of the total inventories for March 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Had we utilized the first-in first-out method (“FIFO”), stated inventory balances would have been $ 37.4 million and $ 21.8 million higher as of March 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. In fiscal 2022, the negative effect on income due to liquidation of a portion of the LIFO inventory was $ 0.1 million.
Property, Plant and Equipment Property, Plant and Equipment Our Property, plant and equipment is stated at cost. Interest expense, if any, incurred during the initial construction of buildings is considered part of cost. Depreciation is computed for financial reporting purposes using the straight line or an accelerated method based on a declining balance formula over the following estimated useful lives: rental equipment 2-20 years and buildings and non-rental equipment 3-55 years. Routine maintenance costs are charged to operating expense as they are incurred. Gains and losses on dispositions of property, plant and equipment, other than real estate (“personal property”), are netted against depreciation expense when realized. The net amount of gains, netted against depreciation expense, were $ 214.2 million, $ 54.1 million and $ 27.1 million during fiscal 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively. Equipment depreciation is recognized in amounts expected to result in the recovery of estimated residual values upon disposal, i.e., minimize gains or losses. In determining the depreciation rate, historical disposal experience, holding periods and trends in the market for vehicles are reviewed. As a result of changes in Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) regulations regarding the capitalization of assets, beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2017, we raised the value threshold before certain assets are capitalized within our depreciation policy. This change in threshold, results in the immediate recognition of reported operating costs with a lagging decrease in depreciation expense over the term that these assets would have been depreciated. Due to this change, we had operating expenses of $ 28.7 million, $ 22.8 million and $ 26.9 million in fiscal 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively. This change in threshold benefited us through the immediate recognition of tax deductible costs. We regularly perform reviews to determine whether facts and circumstances exist which indicate that the carrying amount of assets, including estimates of residual value, may not be recoverable or that the useful life of assets are shorter or longer than originally estimated. Reductions in residual values (i.e., the price at which we ultimately expect to dispose of revenue earning equipment) or useful lives will result in an increase in depreciation expense over the remaining life of the equipment. Reviews are performed based on vehicle class, generally subcategories of trucks and trailers. We assess the recoverability of our assets by comparing the projected undiscounted net cash flows associated with the related asset or group of assets over their estimated remaining lives against their respective carrying amounts. We consider factors such as current and expected future market price trends on used vehicles and the expected life of vehicles included in the fleet. Impairment, if any, is based on the excess of the carrying amount over the fair value of those assets. If asset residual values are determined to be recoverable, but the useful lives are shorter or longer than originally estimated, the net book value of the assets is depreciated over the newly determined remaining useful lives. For our box truck fleet we utilize an accelerated method of depreciation based upon a declining formula. Under the declining balances method (2.4 times declining balance), the book value of a rental truck is reduced approximately 16 %, 13 %, 11 %, 9 %, 8 %, 7 %, and 6 % during years one through seven, respectively and then reduced on a straight line basis to a salvage value of 15 % by the end of year fifteen. Comparatively, a standard straight line approach would reduce the book value by approximately 5.7 % per year over the life of the truck. Although we intend to sell our used vehicles for prices approximating book value, the extent to which we realize a gain or loss on the sale of used vehicles is dependent upon various factors including, but not limited to, the general state of the used vehicle market, the age and condition of the vehicle at the time of its disposal and the depreciation rates with respect to the vehicle . We typically sell our used vehicles at our sales centers throughout the United States and Canada, on our website at uhaul.com/trucksales or by phone at 1-866-404-0355. Additionally, we sell a large portion of our pickup and cargo van fleet at automobile dealer auctions. In addition to our property, plant and equipment, we had real estate held for future development or use of $67.8 million and $68.8 million for fiscal 2022 and 2021, respectively and is included in Investments, other.
Receivables Receivables Trade receivables include trade accounts from moving and self-storage customers and dealers, insurance premiums and amounts due from re-insurers, less management’s estimate of expected losses. Moving and Storage has two (2) primary components of trade receivables, receivables from corporate customers and credit card receivables from sales and rentals of equipment.   For credit card receivables, the Company uses a trailing 13 months average historical chargeback percentage of total credit card receivables. The Company rents equipment to corporate customers in which payment terms are 30 days. The Company performs ongoing credit evaluations of its customers and assesses each customer’s credit worthiness. In addition, the Company monitors collections and payments from its customers and maintains an allowance based upon applying an expected credit loss rate to receivables based on the historical loss rate from similar high risk customers adjusted for current conditions, including any specific customer collection issues identified, and forecasts of economic conditions. Delinquent account balances are written off after management has determined that the likelihood of collection is remote. Management believes that the historical loss information it has compiled is a reasonable base on which to determine expected credit losses for trade receivables because the composition of trade receivables as of that date is consistent with that used in developing the historical credit-loss percentages (i.e., the similar risk characteristics of its customers and its lending practices have not changed significantly over time). To adjust the historical loss rates to reflect the effects of these differences in current conditions and forecasted changes, management assigns a rating to each customer which varies depending on the assessment of risk.   Management estimated the loss rate at approximately 6%. Management developed this estimate based on its knowledge of past experience. As a result, management applied the applicable credit loss rates to determine the expected credit loss estimate for each aging category. Insurance premiums receivable for policies that are billed through contracted agents are recorded net of commissions payable. A commission payable is recorded as a separate liability for those premiums that are billed direct. Reinsurance recoverables include case reserves and actuarial estimates of claims incurred but not reported ("IBNR"). These receivables are not expected to be collected until after the associated claim has been adjudicated and billed to the re-insurer. The reinsurance recoverables may have little or no allowance for credit losses due to the fact that reinsurance is typically procured from carriers with strong credit ratings. Furthermore, we do not cede losses to a re-insurer if the carrier is deemed financially unable to perform on the contract. Reinsurance recoverables also include insurance ceded to other insurance companies. The allowance for expected credit losses on trade receivables as of March 31, 2022 was $8.6 million. Notes and mortgage receivables include accrued interest and are reduced by discounts and amounts considered by management to be uncollectible.
Policy Benefits and Losses, Claims and Loss Expenses Payable Policy Benefits and Losses, Claims and Loss Expenses Payable Liabilities for future policy benefits related to life insurance, Medical supplement insurance, and deferred annuities are determined by management utilizing the net premium valuation methodology and are accrued when premium revenue is recognized. The liability, which represents the present value of future benefits to be paid to policyholders and related expenses less the present value of future net premiums, is estimated using assumptions applicable at the time the insurance contracts are written, with provisions for the risk of adverse deviation, as appropriate. Assumptions include expected mortality and morbidity experience, policy lapses and surrenders, current asset yields and expenses, and expected interest rate yields. The Company periodically performs a gross premium valuation and reviews original assumptions, including capitalized expenses which reduce the gross premium valuation, to evaluate whether the assets and liabilities are adequate and whether a loss reserve should be recognized. Liabilities for health, disability and other policies include estimates of payments to be made on insurance claims for reported losses and estimates of IBNR losses. Oxford’s liabilities for deferred annuity contracts consist of contract account balances that accrue to the benefit of the policyholders. Property and Casualty Insurance’s liability for reported and unreported losses is based on Repwest’s historical data along with industry averages. The liability for unpaid loss adjustment expenses is based on historical ratios of loss adjustment expenses paid to losses paid. Amounts recoverable from re-insurers on unpaid losses are estimated in a manner consistent with the claim liability associated with the re-insured policy. Adjustments to the liability for unpaid losses and loss expenses as well as amounts recoverable from re-insurers on unpaid losses are charged or credited to expense in the periods in which they are made. Due to the nature of the underlying risks and high degree of uncertainty associated with the determination of the liability for future policy benefits and claims, the amounts to be ultimately paid to settle these liabilities cannot be precisely determined and may vary significantly from the estimated liability, especially for long-tailed casualty lines of business such as excess workers’ compensation.   As a result of the long-tailed nature of the excess workers’ compensation policies written by Repwest during 1983 through 2001, it may take a number of years for claims to be fully reported and finally settled. On a regular basis insurance reserve adequacy is reviewed by management to determine if existing assumptions need to be updated. In determining the assumptions for calculating workers’ compensation reserves, management considers multiple factors including the following:   Claimant longevity Cost trends associated with claimant treatments Changes in ceding entity and third party administrator reporting practices Changes in environmental factors including legal and regulatory Current conditions affecting claim settlements Future economic conditions including inflation We have reserved each claim based upon the accumulation of current claim costs projected through each claimant’s life expectancy and then adjusted for applicable reinsurance arrangements.   Management reviews each claim bi-annually or more frequently, if there are changes in facts or circumstances to determine if the estimated life-time claim costs have increased and then adjusts the reserve estimate accordingly at that time.   We have factored in an estimate of what the potential cost increases could be in our IBNR liability.   We have not assumed settlement of the existing claims in calculating the reserve amount, unless it is in the final stages of completion. Continued increases in claim costs, including medical inflation and new treatments and medications could lead to future adverse development resulting in additional reserve strengthening.   Conversely, settlement of existing claims or if injured workers return to work or expire prematurely, could lead to future positive development.
Self-Insurance Reserves Self-Insurance Reserves U-Haul retains the risk for certain public liability and property damage programs related to our rental equipment. The consolidated balance sheets include $ 418.9 million and $ 427.1 million of liabilities related to these programs as of March 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. These liabilities are recorded in Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable. Management takes into account losses incurred based upon actuarial estimates, past experience, current claim trends, as well as social and economic conditions. This liability is subject to change in the future based upon changes in the underlying assumptions including claims experience, frequency of incidents, and severity of incidents. Additionally, as of March 31, 2022 and 2021, the consolidated balance sheets include liabilities of $ 19.7 million and $ 17.5 million, respectively, related to medical plan benefits we provide for eligible employees. We estimate this liability based on actual claims outstanding as of the balance sheet date as well as an actuarial estimate of IBNR claims. These amounts are recorded in Accounts payable and accrued expenses on the consolidated balance sheets.
Revenue Recognition Revenue Recognition Self-moving rentals are recognized for the period that trucks and moving equipment are rented. Self-storage revenues, based upon the number of paid storage contract days, are recognized as earned during the period.   Sales of self-moving and self-storage related products are recognized at the time that title passes and the customer accepts delivery. Property and casualty insurance premiums are recognized as revenue over the policy periods. Traditional life and Medicare supplement insurance premiums are recognized as revenue over the premium-paying periods of the contracts when due from the policyholders. For products where premiums are due over a significantly shorter duration than the period over which benefits are provided, such as our single premium whole life product, premiums are recognized when received and excess profits are deferred and recognized in relation to the insurance in force. Interest and investment income are recognized as earned. Amounts collected from customers for sales tax are recorded on a net basis. Please see Note 22, Revenue Recognition, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
Advertising Advertising All advertising costs are expensed as incurred. Advertising expense was $ 13.7 million, $ 18.0 million and $ 13.7 million in fiscal 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Deferred Policy Acquisition Cost Deferred Policy Acquisition Costs Commissions and other costs that fluctuate with and are primarily related to the successful acquisition or renewal of certain insurance premiums are deferred. For our Life Insurance’s life and health insurance products, these costs are amortized, with interest, in relation to revenue such that costs are realized as a constant percentage of revenue. For its annuity insurance products the costs are amortized, with interest, in relation to the present value of actual and expected gross profits. Starting in fiscal 2014, new annuity contract holders were provided with a sales inducement in the form of a premium bonus (the “Sales Inducement Asset”).   Sales inducements are recognized as an asset with a corresponding increase to the policyholder liability and are amortized in a similar manner to Deferred Policy Acquisition Costs.   As of December 31, 2021 and 2020, the Sales Inducement Asset included with Deferred Policy Acquisition Costs amounted to $ 15.7 million and $ 16.0 million, respectively on the consolidated balance sheet and amortization expense totaled $ 4.7 million, $ 4.3 million and $ 5.5 million for the periods ended December 31, 2021, 2020 and 2019, respectively.
Environmental Costs Environmental Costs Liabilities are recorded when environmental assessments and remedial efforts, if applicable, are probable and the costs can be reasonably estimated. The amount of the liability is based on management’s best estimate of undiscounted future costs. Certain recoverable environmental costs related to the removal of underground storage tanks or related contamination are capitalized and amortized over the estimated useful lives of the properties. These costs are capitalized if they improve the safety or efficiency of the property or are incurred in preparing the property for sale.
Income Taxes Income Taxes AMERCO files a consolidated tax return with all of its legal subsidiaries. The provision for income taxes reflects deferred income taxes resulting from changes in temporary differences between the tax basis of assets and liabilities and their reported amounts in the financial statements. Deferred tax assets and liabilities represent the future tax consequence for those differences, which will either be taxable or deductible when the assets and liabilities are recovered or settled. Deferred taxes are also recognized for operating losses that are available to offset future taxable income. Valuation allowances are established when it is more likely than not that the deferred tax assets will not be realized.
Comprehensive Income (Loss) Earnings Per Share Our earnings per share is calculated by dividing our earnings available to common stockholders by the weighted average common shares outstanding, basic and diluted. The weighted average common shares outstanding exclude post-1992 shares of the employee stock ownership plan that have not been committed to be released.   As of March 31, 2022 and 2021 all of these shares have been released. There are no dilutive securities for fiscal years 2022, 2021 and 2020. Comprehensive Income (Loss) Comprehensive income (loss) consists of net earnings, foreign currency translation adjustments, unrealized gains and losses on investments, the change in fair value of cash flow hedges and the change in postretirement benefit obligations.
Debt issuance costs Debt Issuance Costs We defer costs directly associated with acquiring third-party financing. Debt issuance costs are deferred and amortized to interest expense using the effective interest method. Debt issuance costs related to our long-term debt are reflected as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of the debt. Please see Note 8, Borrowings, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
Adoption of New Accounting Pronouncements Adoption of New Accounting Pronouncements On April 1, 2021, we adopted ASU 2020-08, Clarifying Guidance on Amortization of the Excess of the Cost Basis of Certain Callable Debt Securities Over the Amount Repayable.   This standard requires that, for each reporting period, callable debt securities be reevaluated to determine if they remain subject to the guidance, which will depend on the amortized cost basis of the security and the terms of the next call option.   The guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2020. The adoption of the standard did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements. On April 1, 2021, we adopted, ASU 2020-04, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848), Facilitation of the Effects of Reference Rate Reform on Financial Reporting (“ASU 2020-04”). This standard provides temporary optional expedients and exceptions to the US GAAP guidance on contract modifications and hedge accounting to ease the financial reporting burdens of the expected market transition from the London Inter-Bank Offer Rate (“LIBOR”) and other interbank offered rates to alternative reference rates, such as Secured Overnight Financing Rate. Entities can elect not to apply certain modification accounting requirements to contracts affected by what the guidance calls reference rate reform, if certain criteria are met. An entity that makes this election would not have to remeasure the contracts at the modification date or reassess a previous accounting determination. The guidance is effective upon issuance and generally can be applied through December 31, 2022. We adopted this standard and there was no impact to our consolidated financial statements. In January 2021, FASB issued ASU 2021-01, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848), (“ASU 2021-01”).   The amendments in ASU 2021-01 provide optional expedients and exceptions for applying GAAP to contract modifications and hedging relationships, subject to meeting certain criteria, that reference LIBOR or another reference rate expected to be discontinued because of the reference rate reform.   We adopted ASU 2021-01 on a prospective basis effect and there was no impact to our consolidated financial statements.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements Recent Accounting Pronouncements In August 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued ASU 2018-12, Targeted Improvements to the Accounting for Long-Duration Contracts (“ASU 2018-12”). The amendments in this update require insurance companies to annually review and update the assumptions used for measuring the liability under long-duration contracts, such as life insurance, disability income, and annuities. The amendment prescribes standardized liability discount rate, consistency in measurement of market risk benefits, simplified amortization of deferred acquisition costs and enhanced disclosures. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 31, 2020. In November 2020, FASB issued ASU 2020-11, Financial Services – Insurance (Topic 944) , which deferred the effective date of ASU 2018-12 to years beginning after December 15, 2022. We are currently in the process of evaluating the impact of the adoption of ASU 2018-12 on our financial statements; however, the adoption of ASU 2018-12 will impact the statements of operations because the effect of any update to the assumptions we used at the inception of the contracts will be recorded in net income. From time to time, new accounting pronouncements are issued by the FASB or the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) that are adopted by us as of the specified effective date. Unless otherwise discussed, these ASUs entail technical corrections to existing guidance or affect guidance related to specialized industries or entities and therefore will have minimal, if any, impact on our financial position or results of operations upon adoption.
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Accounting Policies (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]  
Inventories, net     March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) Truck and trailer parts and accessories (a) $ 148,237 $ 95,976 Hitches and towing components (b)   32,508   19,972 Moving supplies and propane (b)   16,623   12,877 Subtotal   197,368   128,825 Less: LIFO reserves   (37,400)   (21,832) Less: excess and obsolete reserves   (1,080)   (1,416) Total $ 158,888 $ 105,577           (a) Primarily held for internal usage, including equipment manufacturing and repair (b) Primarily held for retail sales    
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Reinsurance Recoverables and Trade Receivables, Net (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
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Reinsurance Recoverables and Trade Receivables, Net [Abstract]  
Reinsurance Recoverables and Trade Receivables, Net     March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) Reinsurance recoverable $ 50,586 $ 66,386 Trade accounts receivable   150,285   121,251 Paid losses recoverable   345   276 Accrued investment income   28,689   27,883 Premiums and agents' balances   1,650   2,546 Independent dealer receivable   73   258 Other receivables   6,364   10,247     237,992   228,847 Less: Allowance for credit losses   (8,649)   (4,421)  $ 229,343 $ 224,426
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Investments (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]    
Available-for-Sale Investments     Amortized   Gross   Gross   Gross   Allowance for Expected Credit Losses   Fair           (In thousands) U.S. treasury securities and government obligations $ 128,078 $   7,984 $   – $   (969) $   – $   135,093 U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities   44,678   280   (42)   (3,111)   –   41,805 Obligations of states and political subdivisions   178,040   15,450   –   (508)   –   192,982 Corporate securities   1,989,212   138,909   (402)   (6,604)   (60)   2,121,055 Mortgage-backed securities   324,029   7,671   (1)   (1,542)   –   330,157  $ 2,664,037 $  170,294 $ ( 445 )$ ( 12,734 )$ ( 60 )$  2,821,092     Amortized   Gross   Gross   Gross   Allowance for Expected Credit Losses   Fair           (in thousands) U.S. treasury securities and government obligations $ 92,429 $ 12,941 $ – $ – $ – $ 105,370 U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities   61,427   911   (1)   (132)   –   62,205 Obligations of states and political subdivisions   230,521   25,249   (59)   (3)   –   255,708 Corporate securities   1,846,507   199,447   (163)   (640)   (1,320)   2,043,831 Mortgage-backed securities   174,728   11,706   (1)   (8)   –   186,425  $ 2,405,612 $ 250,254 $( 224 )$( 783 )$( 1,320 )$ 2,653,539
Adjusted Cost and Estimated Market Value of Available-for-sale Investments     March 31, 2022   March 31, 2021     Amortized   Fair   Amortized   Fair     (In thousands) Due in one year or less $ 97,969 $ 99,432 $ 90,142 $ 91,190 Due after one year through five years   541,840   570,135   562,442   601,818 Due after five years through ten years   704,295   765,073   672,733   754,536 Due after ten years   995,904   1,056,295   905,567   1,019,570     2,340,008   2,490,935   2,230,884   2,467,114                   Mortgage backed securities   324,029   330,157   174,728   186,425  $ 2,664,037 $ 2,821,092 $ 2,405,612 $ 2,653,539  
Available for sale equity investments     March 31, 2022   March 31, 2021     Amortized   Fair   Amortized   Fair     (In thousands) Common stocks $ 27,674 $ 46,212 $ 9,775 $ 20,440 Non-redeemable preferred stocks   26,054   26,095   20,034   21,677  $ 53,728 $ 72,307 $ 29,809 $ 42,117  
Carrying Value of Other Investments     March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) Mortgage loans, net $ 423,163 $ 391,230 Short-term investments   30,916   7,234 Real estate   67,824   68,813 Policy loans   10,309   11,163 Other equity investments   11,543   11,319  $ 543,755 $ 489,759  
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Other Assets (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Other Assets [Abstract]  
Other Assets     March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) Deposits (debt-related) $ 37,588 $ 33,952 Cash surrender value of life insurance policies   –   567 Deposits (real estate related)   22,821   13,211  $ 60,409 $ 47,730
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Net Investment and Interest Income (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
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Net Investment and Interest Income     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) Fixed maturities $ 111,625 $ 102,021 $ 107,434 Real estate   5,648   5,769   7,304 Insurance policy loans   705   829   974 Mortgage loans   25,850   18,248   17,164 Short-term, amounts held by ceding reinsurers, net and other investments   11,713   3,103   9,807 Investment income   155,541   129,970   142,683 Less: investment expenses   (7,280)   (7,032)   (4,854) Net investment and interest income$ 148,261 $ 122,938 $ 137,829
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Borrowings (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Debt Instruments [Abstract]  
Long-Term Debt                     March 31,   2022 Rates   Maturities   2022   2021                     (In thousands) Real estate loan (amortizing term)       1.83 %     2023 $ 50,259 $ 82,913 Senior mortgages 2.70 % - 5.50 % 2023 - 2042   2,206,268   2,125,324 Real estate loans (revolving credit) (a) 1.58 % - 3.14 % 2023 - 2025   535,000   535,000 Fleet loans (amortizing term) 1.61 % - 4.66 % 2022 - 2028   124,651   176,295 Fleet loans (revolving credit) 1.30 % - 2.36 % 2024 - 2026   560,000   535,000 Finance leases (rental equipment) 2.16 % - 5.04 % 2022 - 2026   347,393   513,623 Finance liability (rental equipment) 1.60 % - 4.68 % 2024 - 2030   949,936   644,375 Private placements 2.43 % - 2.88 % 2029 - 2035   1,200,000   – Other obligations 1.50 % - 8.00 % 2022 - 2049   86,206   86,085 Notes, loans and finance leases payable                 $ 6,059,713 $ 4,698,615 Less: Debt issuance costs                   (37,216)   (29,708) Total notes, loans and finance leases payable, net         $ 6,022,497 $ 4,668,907                           (a) Certain loans have interest rate swaps fixing the rate between 3.03% and 3.14% based on current margin   
Annual Maturities of Notes, Loans and Leases Payable     Years Ended March 31,     2023   2024   2025   2026   2027   Thereafter   Total     (In thousands) Notes, loans and finance leases payable, secured$ 478,954 $ 937,542 $ 898,740 $ 570,127 $ 559,961 $ 2,614,389 $ 6,059,713
v3.22.1
Interest on Borrowings (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Interest Expense, Borrowings [Abstract]  
Components of interest expense     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) Interest expense $ 167,618 $ 165,484 $ 180,444 Capitalized interest   (9,700)   (11,573)   (23,517) Amortization of transaction costs   5,556   5,949   4,427 Interest expense resulting from cash flow hedges   3,950   3,642   (404) Total interest expense  167,424   163,502   160,950
Interest rates and company borrowings     Revolving Credit Activity       Years Ended March 31,       2022   2021   2020       (In thousands, except interest rates)   Weighted average interest rate during the year   1.40 % 1.40 % 3.31 % Interest rate at year end   1.49 % 1.40 % 2.86 % Maximum amount outstanding during the year $ 1,105,000 $ 1,175,000 $ 1,086,000   Average amount outstanding during the year $ 1,085,074 $ 1,088,293 $ 1,002,081   Facility fees$ 253 $ 261 $ 193  
v3.22.1
Derivatives (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Derivative Instrument Detail [Abstract]  
Derivative Fair Values Located in Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses in the Balance Sheet           March 31, 2022   March 31, 2021     (In thousands) Interest rate contracts designated as hedging instruments         Assets $ – $ – Liabilities   587   5,141 Notional amount (debt)  235,000   235,000
Effect of Interest Rate Contracts on the Statement of Operations     The Effect of Interest Rate     Contracts on the Statements of Operations     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) (Gain) loss recognized in AOCI on interest rate contracts $ (4,553) $ (3,071) $ 8,355 (Gain) loss reclassified from AOCI into income $( 3,948 )$( 3,640 )$ 3
v3.22.1
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Table Text Block [Abstract]  
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]     Foreign Currency Translation   Unrealized Net Gain on Investments   Fair Value of Cash Flow Hedges   Postretirement Benefit Obligation Net Loss   Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)           (In thousands) Balance as of March 31, 2019 $ (56,612) $   (7,259) $   107 $   (2,934) $   (66,698) Foreign currency translation   9,377   –   –   –   9,377 Unrealized net gain on investments   –   97,943   –   –   97,943 Change in fair value of cash flow hedges   –   –   (6,301)   –   (6,301) Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities   –   –   (2)   –   (2) Change in post retirement benefit obligations   –   –   –   333   333 Other comprehensive income (loss)   9,377   97,943   (6,303)   333   101,350 Balance as of March 31, 2020 $ (47,235) $   90,684 $   (6,196) $   (2,601) $   34,652 Foreign currency translation   (5,694)   –   –   –   (5,694) Unrealized net gain on investments   –   76,969   –   –   76,969 Change in fair value of cash flow hedges   –   –   (429)   –   (429) Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities   –   –   2,746   –   2,746 Change in post retirement benefit obligations   –   –   –   (1,387)   (1,387) Other comprehensive income (loss)   (5,694)   76,969   2,317   (1,387)   72,205 Balance as of March 31, 2021 $ (52,929) $   167,653 $   (3,879) $   (3,988) $ 106,857 Foreign currency translation   (2,828)   –   –   –   (2,828) Unrealized net loss on investments   –   (62,626)   –   –   (62,626) Change in fair value of cash flow hedges   –   –   457   –   457 Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities   –   –   2,978   –   2,978 Change in post retirement benefit obligations   –   –   –   1,546   1,546 Other comprehensive income (loss)   (2,828)   (62,626)   3,435   1,546   (60,473) Balance as of March 31, 2022$( 55,757 )$  105,027 $ ( 444 )$ ( 2,442 )$  46,384
v3.22.1
Stockholders' Equity (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]  
Common Stock Dividends Common Stock Dividends Declared Date   Per Share Amount   Record Date   Dividend Date               October 6, 2021 $ 0.50   October 18, 2021   October 29, 2021 August 19, 2021 $ 0.50   September 7, 2021   September 21, 2021 June 9, 2021 $ 0.50   June 24, 2021   July 8, 2021 December 9, 2020 $ 2.00   December 21, 2020   December 30, 2020 August 20, 2020$ 0.50  September 7, 2020 September 21, 2020
v3.22.1
Provision for Taxes (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Table Text Block [Abstract]  
Provision For Taxes     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) Pretax earnings:             U.S. $ 1,431,155 $ 773,030 $ 372,687 Non-U.S.   44,342   23,628   5,437 Total pretax earnings $ 1,475,497 $ 796,658 $ 378,124               Current provision (benefit)             Federal $ 189,488 $ 100,521 $ (373,817) State   55,518   16,572   (9,600) Non-U.S.   6,893   3,404   949     251,899   120,497   (382,468) Deferred provision (benefit)             Federal   90,852   53,957   307,846 State   6,355   9,795   9,728 Non-U.S.   3,105   1,553   970     100,312   65,305   318,544               Provision for income tax expense (benefit) $ 352,211 $ 185,802 $ (63,924)               Income taxes paid (net of income tax refunds received)$( 4,548 )$ 29,044 $ 6,859
Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation     Years Ended March 31,       2022   2021   2020       (In percentages)   Statutory federal income tax rate   21.00 % 21.00 % 21.00 % Increase (reduction) in rate resulting from:               NOL tax rate benefit   – % – % (38.62) % State taxes, net of federal benefit   3.24 % 2.53 % 0.02 % Foreign rate differential   0.05 % – % 0.21 % Federal tax credits   (0.19) % (0.99) % (0.53) % Transition tax   – % – % – % Tax-exempt income   (0.03) % (0.08) % (0.17) % Dividend received deduction   – % (0.01) % (0.01) % Other   (0.20) % 0.87 % 1.19 % Actual tax expense (benefit) of operations  23.87 % 23.32 %( 16.91 )%
Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities     March 31,     2022   2021 Deferred tax assets:   (In thousands) Net operating loss and credit carry forwards $ 36,367 $ 30,432 Accrued expenses   114,152   109,740 Policy benefit and losses, claims and loss expenses payable, net   30,572   26,799 Operating leases   15,540   19,370 Total deferred tax assets $ 196,631 $ 186,341           Deferred tax liabilities:         Property, plant and equipment $ 1,395,216 $ 1,280,703 Operating leases   15,540   19,370 Deferred policy acquisition costs   12,962   13,696 Unrealized gains   36,299   48,667 Other   1,972   2,394 Total deferred tax liabilities   1,461,989   1,364,830 Net deferred tax liability$ 1,265,358 $ 1,178,489
Reconciliation of Total Amounts of Unrecognized Tax Benefits     Unrecognized Tax Benefits     March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands)           Unrecognized tax benefits beginning balance $ 31,069 $ 29,632 Revaluation based on change in after tax benefit   –   – Additions based on tax positions related to the current year   8,257   1,479 Reductions for tax positions of prior years   –   (42) Additions for tax provisions of prior years   9,525   – Unrecognized tax benefits ending balance$ 48,851 $ 31,069
v3.22.1
Employee Benefit Plans (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Table Text Block [Abstract]  
Summary Of Financing Arrangements for Leveraged ESOP Debt     Outstanding as of   Interest Payments Financing Date   March 31, 2022   2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) July, 2009   –   –   –   9 February, 2016  –   –   –   229
Shares Held by the ESOP Plan     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) Allocated shares   890   951 Unreleased shares - leveraged   –   – Fair value of unreleased shares - leveraged $ – $ – Unreleased shares - non-leveraged   –   – Fair value of unreleased shares - non-leveraged$ – $ –
Components of Net Periodic Post Retirement Benefit Cost     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) Service cost for benefits earned during the period $ 1,401 $ 1,267 $ 1,055 Other components of net periodic benefit costs:             Interest cost on accumulated postretirement benefit   908   919   964 Other components   212   68   90 Total other components of net periodic benefit costs   1,120   987   1,054 Net periodic postretirement benefit cost$ 2,521 $ 2,254 $ 2,109
Components of Post Retirement Benefit Liabilities     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) Beginning of year $ 30,755 $ 27,503 Service cost for benefits earned during the period   1,401   1,267 Interest cost on accumulated post retirement benefit   908   919 Net benefit payments and expense   (1,021)   (841) Actuarial (gain) loss   (1,837)   1,907 Accumulated postretirement benefit obligation   30,206   30,755           Current liabilities   1,449   1,334 Non-current liabilities   28,757   29,421           Total post retirement benefit liability recognized in statement of financial position   30,206   30,755 Components included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss):         Unrecognized net loss   (3,237)   (5,286) Cumulative net periodic benefit cost (in excess of employer contribution)$ 26,969 $ 25,469
Discount Rate Assumptions for Accumulated Postretirement Benefit Obligations     Years Ended March 31,     2022 2021 2020     (In percentages)   Accumulated postretirement benefit obligation  3.76 % 2.93 % 3.37 %
Future Net Benefit Payments Expected for Post Employee Benefit Obligations     Future Net Benefit Payments     (In thousands) Year-ended:     2023 $ 1,369 2024   1,536 2025   1,733 2026   1,950 2027   2,170 2028 Through 2032   12,112 Total$ 20,870
v3.22.1
Fair Value Measurements (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Abstract]    
Financial Instruments, Carrying and Estimated fair values     Fair Value Hierarchy As of March 31, 2022   Carrying Value   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3   Total Estimated Fair Value     (In thousands) Assets                     Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net $ 229,343 $ – $ – $ 229,343 $ 229,343 Mortgage loans, net   423,163   –   –   423,163   450,347 Other investments   120,592   –   –   120,592   120,592 Total $ 773,098 $ – $ – $ 773,098 $ 800,282                                             Liabilities                     Notes, loans and finance leases payable $ 6,059,713 $ – $ 6,059,713 $ – $ 5,875,781 Total$ 6,059,713 $ – $ 6,059,713 $ – $ 5,875,781 .   Fair Value Hierarchy As of March 31, 2021   Carrying Value   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3   Total Estimated Fair Value     (In thousands) Assets                     Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net $ 224,426 $ – $ – $ 224,426 $ 224,426 Mortgage loans, net   391,230   –   –   391,230   391,230 Other investments   98,529   –   –   98,529   98,529 Total $ 714,185 $ – $ – $ 714,185 $ 714,185                                             Liabilities                     Notes, loans and finance leases payable $ 4,698,615   – $ 4,698,615 $ – $ 4,449,691 Total$ 4,698,615 $ – $ 4,698,615 $ – $ 4,449,691
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis As of March 31, 2022   Total   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3     (In thousands) Assets                 Short-term investments $ 2,482,154 $ 2,482,154 $ – $ – Fixed maturities - available for sale   2,821,092   26,914   2,794,086   92 Preferred stock   26,095   26,095   –   – Common stock   46,212   46,212   –   – Derivatives   7,474   7,474   –   – Total $ 5,383,027 $ 2,588,849 $ 2,794,086 $ 92                                     Liabilities                 Derivatives $ 587 $ – $ 587 $ – Total$ 587 $ – $ 587 $ – As of March 31, 2021   Total   Level 1   Level 2   Level 3     (In thousands) Assets                 Short-term investments $ 839,250 $ 839,250 $ – $ – Fixed maturities - available for sale   2,653,539   6,967   2,646,415   157 Preferred stock   21,677   21,677   –   – Common stock   20,440   20,440   –   – Derivatives   6,601   6,601   –   – Total $ 3,541,507 $ 894,935 $ 2,646,415 $ 157                                     Liabilities                 Derivatives $ 5,141 $ – $ 5,141 $ – Total$ 5,141 $ – $ 5,141 $ –
v3.22.1
Reinsurance and Policy Benefits and Losses, Claims and Loss Expenses Payable (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Supplemental Schedule Of Reinsurance Premiums For Insurance Companies [Abstract]    
Supplemental Schedule Of Reinsurance Premiums For Insurance Companies [Table Text Block]     Direct   Ceded to   Assumed   Net   Percentage of       (In thousands)   Year ended December 31, 2021                       Life insurance in force $ 1,029,537 $ 72 $ 328,030 $ 1,357,495   24 % Premiums earned:                       Life $ 56,353 $ 2 $ 4,514 $ 60,865   7 % Accident and health   48,385   160   1,166   49,391   2 % Annuity   444   –   327   771   42 % Property and casualty   89,667   –   –   89,667   – % Total $ 194,849 $ 162 $ 6,007 $ 200,694                               Year ended December 31, 2020                       Life insurance in force $ 1,031,634 $ 73 $ 356,266 $ 1,387,827   26 % Premiums earned:                       Life $ 58,048 $ 1 $ 5,049 $ 63,096   8 % Accident and health   57,081   211   1,388   58,258   2 % Annuity   221   –   34   255   13 % Property and casualty   70,285   –   –   70,285   – % Total $ 185,635 $ 212 $ 6,471 $ 191,894                               Year ended December 31, 2019                       Life insurance in force $ 957,280 $ 7 $ 441,563 $ 1,398,836   32 % Premiums earned:                       Life $ 53,289 $ 1 $ 5,629 $ 58,917   10 % Accident and health   66,863   226   1,563   68,200   2 % Annuity   65   –   794   859   92 % Property and casualty   69,126   –   15   69,141   – % Total$ 189,343 $ 227 $ 8,001 $ 197,117      
Schedule of Effect of Reinsurance [Table Text Block]     December 31,     2021   2020     (In thousands) Unpaid losses and loss adjustment expense $ 159,162 $ 177,963 Reinsurance losses payable   1,217   979 Total $ 160,379 $ 178,942  
Schedule of Liability for Unpaid Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense [Table Text Block]     December 31,     2021   2020   2019     (In thousands) Balance at January 1 $ 177,963 $ 209,127 $ 228,970 Less: reinsurance recoverable   64,873   87,083   94,920 Net balance at January 1   113,090   122,044   134,050 Incurred related to:             Current year   28,980   20,670   22,137 Prior years   (6,290)   (3,865)   (9,535) Total incurred   22,690   16,805   12,602 Paid related to:             Current year   11,040   7,664   7,366 Prior years   12,972   18,095   17,242 Total paid   24,012   25,759   24,608 Net balance at December 31   111,768   113,090   122,044 Plus: reinsurance recoverable   47,394   64,873   87,083 Balance at December 31$ 159,162 $ 177,963 $ 209,127  
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Claims Development [Table Text Block] Cumulative Incurred Claims and Allocated Claims Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance                                 As of                                 December 31, 2021                                 Total of                                     Incurred-but-                                     Not-Reported                                     Liabilities Plus                                     Expected   Cumulative                                 Development   Number of Accident                               on Reported   Reported Year   2015   2016   2017   2018   2019   2020   2021   Claims   Claims         (In thousands, except claim counts)     2015 $ 12,214 $ 12,459 $ 12,460 $ 12,464 $ 11,087 $ 11,092 $ 11,093 $ –   11,104 2016       13,297   13,011   13,056   11,790   11,764   11,764   –   11,469 2017           15,748   16,109   17,078   15,538   15,273   –   12,102 2018               19,580   18,386   18,027   17,157   251   11,983 2019                   22,138   26,316   27,316   2,283   11,746 2020                       20,671   17,485   3,455   11,274 2021                           28,982   12,709   13,729               Total  18,698     
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Reconciliation Of Claims Development To Liability [Table Text Block] Cumulative Paid Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance     (In thousands) Accident                             Year   2015   2016   2017   2018   2019   2020   2021 2015 $ 7,509 $ 9,601 $ 9,730 $ 10,343 $ 11,087 $ 11,092 $ 11,093 2016       7,777   10,665   11,643   11,746   11,764   11,764 2017           8,970   11,638   14,825   15,012   15,263 2018               8,838   12,689   15,150   16,766 2019                   7,366   14,737   19,215 2020                       7,665   11,114 2021                           11,040                     Total   Total   96,255 All outstanding liabilities before 2015, net of reinsurance       78,955 Liabilities for claims and claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance    111,768     December 31, 2021     (In thousands) Liabilities for unpaid Property and Casualty claims     and claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance $ 111,768       Total reinsurance recoverable on unpaid     Property and Casualty claims $ 47,394       Total gross liability for unpaid Property and Casualty     claims and claim adjustment expense$ 159,162
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Schedule Of Historical Claims Duration [Table Text Block] Average Annual Percentage Payout of Incurred Claims by Age, net of Reinsurance     (In percentages)   Years   1   2   3   4   5   6   7   Property and Casualty Insurance  50.4 % 21.7 % 12.2 % 4.3 % 2.8 % – % – %  
v3.22.1
Leases (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Leases [Abstract]    
Supplemental Balance Sheet Information Related to Leases     As of March 31, 2022     Finance   Operating   Total     (In thousands)               Buildings and improvements $ – $ 136,444 $ 136,444 Furniture and equipment   14,731   –   14,731 Rental trailers and other rental equipment   169,514   –   169,514 Rental trucks   1,114,248   –   1,114,248 Right-of-use assets, gross   1,298,493   136,444   1,434,937 Less: Accumulated depreciation   (677,669)   (62,062)   (739,731) Right-of-use assets, net$ 620,824 $ 74,382 $ 695,206     As of March 31, 2021     Finance   Operating   Total     (In thousands)               Buildings and improvements $ – $ 132,901 $ 132,901 Furniture and equipment   22,316   –   22,316 Rental trailers and other rental equipment   203,594   –   203,594 Rental trucks   1,494,098   –   1,494,098 Right-of-use assets, gross   1,720,008   132,901   1,852,909 Less: Accumulated depreciation   (842,970)   (40,396)   (883,366) Right-of-use assets, net$ 877,038 $ 92,505 $ 969,543
Summary of Weighted-average remaining lease terms and Discount rates     Financing leases       March 31,       2022   2021   Weighted average remaining lease term (years)   3   3   Weighted average discount rate  3.7 % 3.6 %     Operating leases       March 31,       2022   2021   Weighted average remaining lease term (years)   16.5   14.7   Weighted average discount rate  4.6 % 4.6 %
Lease costs     Twelve Months Ended March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands)           Operating lease costs $ 30,239 $ 30,551           Finance lease cost:         Amortization of right-of-use assets $ 115,199 $ 150,994 Interest on lease liabilities   15,289   22,405 Total finance lease cost$ 130,488 $ 173,399  
Maturities of Lease Liabilities     Finance leases   Operating leases Year ending March 31,   (In thousands)           2023 $ 133,577 $ 23,311 2024   111,781   21,903 2025   78,280   10,630 2026   47,064   4,162 2027   –   3,061 Thereafter   –   59,348 Total lease payments   370,702   122,415 Less: imputed interest   (23,309)   (48,218) Present value of lease liabilities$ 347,393 $ 74,197  
v3.22.1
Related Party Transactions (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Related Party Revenue [Abstract]  
Related Party Revenue     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) U-Haul management fee revenue from Blackwater $ 28,546 $ 25,512 $ 24,014 U-Haul management fee revenue from Mercury   6,648   6,091   6,392  $ 35,194 $ 31,603 $ 30,406
Related Party Cost and Expense     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020     (In thousands) U-Haul lease expenses to Blackwater $ 2,445 $ 2,612 $ 2,631 U-Haul commission expenses to Blackwater   88,288   69,212   62,066  $ 90,733 $ 71,824 $ 64,697
Due from Related Party, Recap of Assets     March 31,     2022   2021     (In thousands) U-Haul receivable from Blackwater $ 41,364 $ 27,116 U-Haul receivable from Mercury   5,708   9,632 Other (a)   779   (1,353)  $ 47,851 $ 35,395
v3.22.1
Statutory Financial Information of Insurance Subsidiaries (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Insurance [Abstract]  
Statutory Financial Information of Insurance Subsidiaries     Years Ended December 31,     2021   2020   2019     (In thousands) Repwest:             Audited statutory net income $ 33,314 $ 22,898 $ 28,614 Audited statutory capital and surplus   266,875   227,380   226,999 ARCOA:             Audited statutory net income (loss)   (752)   2,438   2,906 Audited statutory capital and surplus   14,697   15,928   12,851 Oxford:             Audited statutory net income   23,217   6,296   18,599 Audited statutory capital and surplus   230,202   218,301   223,264 CFLIC:             Audited statutory net income   6,019   8,082   8,043 Audited statutory capital and surplus   17,098   25,980   26,305 NAI:             Audited statutory net income   1,874   2,127   1,942 Audited statutory capital and surplus  7,961   13,980   13,371
v3.22.1
Financial Information by Geographic Area (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Geographic Areas, Long-Lived Assets [Abstract]      
Industry Segment and Geographic Area Data     United States   Canada   Consolidated     (All amounts are in thousands U.S. $'s) Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2022             Total revenues $ 5,452,027 $ 287,720 $ 5,739,747 Depreciation and amortization, net of gains on disposal   509,517   2,969   512,486 Interest expense   163,586   3,838   167,424 Pretax earnings   1,431,155   44,342   1,475,497 Income tax expense   342,213   9,998   352,211 Identifiable assets  16,776,070   523,511   17,299,581     United States   Canada   Consolidated     (All amounts are in thousands U.S. $'s) Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2021             Total revenues $ 4,334,083 $ 207,902 $ 4,541,985 Depreciation and amortization, net of gains on disposal   631,344   10,160   641,504 Interest expense   160,429   3,073   163,502 Pretax earnings   773,030   23,628   796,658 Income tax expense   180,845   4,957   185,802 Identifiable assets  14,212,978   438,628   14,651,606     United States   Canada   Consolidated     (All amounts are in thousands U.S. $'s) Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2020             Total revenues $ 3,797,849 $ 181,019 $ 3,978,868 Depreciation and amortization, net of gains on disposal   652,110   15,414   667,524 Interest expense   157,595   3,355   160,950 Pretax earnings   372,687   5,437   378,124 Income tax expense (benefit)   (65,842)   1,918   (63,924) Identifiable assets  13,016,942   421,082   13,438,024
v3.22.1
Consolidating Financial Information by Industry Segment (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Table Text Block Supplement [Abstract]      
Consolidated Balance Sheet by Industry Segment Consolidating balance sheets by industry segment as of March   31, 2022 are as follows:     Moving & Storage Consolidated   Property & Casualty Insurance (a)   Life Insurance (a)   Eliminations     AMERCO Consolidated     (In thousands) Assets:                       Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,643,213 $ 10,800 $ 50,124 $ –   $ 2,704,137 Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net   142,895   50,235   36,213   –     229,343 Inventories and parts, net   158,888   –   –   –     158,888 Prepaid expenses   236,915   –   –   –     236,915 Investments, fixed maturities and marketable equities   –   297,488   2,595,911   –     2,893,399 Investments, other   20,653   114,269   408,833   –     543,755 Deferred policy acquisition costs, net   –   –   103,828   –     103,828 Other assets   57,305   371   2,733   –     60,409 Right of use assets - financing, net   620,824   –   –   –     620,824 Right of use assets - operating, net   74,190   93   99   –     74,382 Related party assets   64,611   6,713   16,911   (40,384) (c)   47,851     4,019,494   479,969   3,214,652   (40,384)     7,673,731                         Investment in subsidiaries   737,073   –   –   (737,073) (b)   –                         Property, plant and equipment, at cost:                       Land   1,283,142   –   –   –     1,283,142 Buildings and improvements   5,974,639   –   –   –     5,974,639 Furniture and equipment   846,132   –   –   –     846,132 Rental trailers and other rental equipment   615,679   –   –   –     615,679 Rental trucks   4,638,814   –   –   –     4,638,814     13,358,406   –   –   –     13,358,406 Less:   Accumulated depreciation   (3,732,556)   –   –   –     (3,732,556) Total property, plant and equipment, net   9,625,850   –   –   –     9,625,850 Total assets $ 14,382,417 $ 479,969 $ 3,214,652 $ (777,457)   $ 17,299,581                         (a)   Balances as of December 31, 2021                       (b) Eliminate investment in subsidiaries                       (c) Eliminate intercompany receivables and payables                         Consolidating balance sheets by industry segment as of March   31, 2022 are as follows:     Moving & Storage   Property & Casualty Insurance (a)   Life   Eliminations     AMERCO     (In thousands) Liabilities:                       Accounts payable and accrued expenses $ 663,482 $ 3,849 $ 10,454 $ –   $ 677,785 Notes, loans and finance leases payable, net   6,022,497   –   –   –     6,022,497 Operating lease liability   73,998   93   106   –     74,197 Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable   418,890   160,379   398,985   –     978,254 Liabilities from investment contracts   –   –   2,336,238   –     2,336,238 Other policyholders' funds and liabilities   –   3,521   7,291   –     10,812 Deferred income   49,157   –   –   –     49,157 Deferred income taxes, net   1,244,639   12,803   7,916   –     1,265,358 Related party liabilities   25,668   3,196   12,717   (41,581) (c)   – Total liabilities   8,498,331   183,841   2,773,707   (41,581)     11,414,298                         Stockholders' equity :                       Series preferred stock:                       Series A preferred stock   –   –   –   –     – Series B preferred stock   –   –   –   –     – Series A common stock   –   –   –   –     – Common stock   10,497   3,301   2,500   (5,801) (b)   10,497 Additional paid-in capital   454,029   91,120   26,271   (117,601) (b)   453,819 Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)   45,187   16,630   87,200   (102,633) (b)   46,384 Retained earnings   6,052,023   185,077   324,974   (509,841) (b)   6,052,233 Cost of common shares in treasury, net   (525,653)   –   –   –     (525,653) Cost of preferred shares in treasury, net   (151,997)   –   –   –     (151,997) Total stockholders' equity   5,884,086   296,128   440,945   (735,876)     5,885,283 Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 14,382,417 $ 479,969 $ 3,214,652 $ (777,457)   $ 17,299,581                         (a)   Balances as of December 31, 2021                       (b) Eliminate investment in subsidiaries                       (c) Eliminate intercompany receivables and payables            Consolidating balance sheets by industry segment as of March 31, 2021 are as follows:     Moving & Storage Consolidated   Property & Casualty Insurance (a)   Life Insurance (a)   Eliminations     AMERCO Consolidated     (In thousands) Assets:                       Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,010,275 $ 5,658 $ 178,079 $ –   $ 1,194,012 Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net   118,741   67,069   38,616   –     224,426 Inventories and parts, net   105,577   –   –   –     105,577 Prepaid expenses   469,144   –   –   –     469,144 Investments, fixed maturities and marketable equities   –   295,753   2,399,903   –     2,695,656 Investments, other   20,733   90,412   378,614   –     489,759 Deferred policy acquisition costs, net   –   –   89,749   –     89,749 Other assets   44,763   436   2,531   –     47,730 Right of use assets - financing, net   877,038   –   –   –     877,038 Right of use assets - operating, net   92,245   92   168   –     92,505 Related party assets   54,042   6,854   13,850   (39,351) (c)   35,395     2,792,558   466,274   3,101,510   (39,351)     6,320,991                         Investment in subsidiaries   741,860   –   –   (741,860) (b)   –                         Property, plant and equipment, at cost:                       Land   1,075,813   –   –   –     1,075,813 Buildings and improvements   5,163,705   –   –   –     5,163,705 Furniture and equipment   786,505   –   –   –     786,505 Rental trailers and other rental equipment   477,921   –   –   –     477,921 Rental trucks   3,909,724   –   –   –     3,909,724     11,413,668   –   –   –     11,413,668 Less:   Accumulated depreciation   (3,083,053)   –   –   –     (3,083,053) Total property, plant and equipment, net   8,330,615   –   –   –     8,330,615 Total assets $ 11,865,033 $ 466,274 $ 3,101,510 $ (781,211)   $ 14,651,606                         (a)   Balances as of December 31, 2020                       (b) Eliminate investment in subsidiaries                       (c) Eliminate intercompany receivables and payables                       Consolidating balance sheets by industry segment as of March 31, 2021 are as follows:     Moving & Storage   Property & Casualty Insurance (a)   Life   Eliminations     AMERCO     (In thousands) Liabilities:                       Accounts payable and accrued expenses $ 636,257 $ 2,029 $ 7,289 $ –   $ 645,575 Notes, loans and leases payable, net   4,657,720   –   11,187   –     4,668,907 Operating lease liability   92,236   96   178   –     92,510 Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable   427,073   178,942   391,686   –     997,701 Liabilities from investment contracts   –   –   2,161,530   –     2,161,530 Other policyholders' funds and liabilities   –   3,698   8,722   –     12,420 Deferred income   42,592   –   –   –     42,592 Deferred income taxes, net   1,136,149   13,046   29,294   –     1,178,489 Related party liabilities   25,413   5,821   12,406   (43,640) (c)   – Total liabilities   7,017,440   203,632   2,622,292   (43,640)     9,799,724                         Stockholders' equity :                       Series preferred stock:                       Series A preferred stock   –   –   –   –     – Series B preferred stock   –   –   –   –     – Series A common stock   –   –   –   –     – Common stock   10,497   3,301   2,500   (5,801) (b)   10,497 Additional paid-in capital   454,029   91,120   26,271   (117,601) (b)   453,819 Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)   102,568   22,546   140,817   (159,074) (b)   106,857 Retained earnings   4,958,149   145,675   309,630   (455,095) (b)   4,958,359 Cost of common shares in treasury, net   (525,653)   –   –   –     (525,653) Cost of preferred shares in treasury, net   (151,997)   –   –   –     (151,997) Total stockholders' equity $ 4,847,593   262,642   479,218   (737,571)     4,851,882 Total liabilities and stockholders' equity   11,865,033 $ 466,274 $ 3,101,510 $ (781,211)   $ 14,651,606                         (a)   Balances as of December 31, 2020                       (b) Eliminate investment in subsidiaries                       (c) Eliminate intercompany receivables and payables             
Consolidated Statement of Operations by Industry Segment Consolidating statements of operations by industry segment for period ending March 31, 2022 are as follows:     Moving & Storage   Property & Casualty Insurance (a)   Life   Eliminations     AMERCO     (In thousands) Revenues:                       Self-moving equipment rentals $ 3,963,535 $ – $ – $ (4,728) (c) $ 3,958,807 Self-storage revenues   617,120   –   –   –     617,120 Self-moving & self-storage products & service sales   351,447   –   –   –     351,447 Property management fees   35,194   –   –   –     35,194 Life insurance premiums   –   –   111,027   –     111,027 Property and casualty insurance premiums   –   89,667   –   (3,149) (c)   86,518 Net investment and interest income   3,135   25,376   123,809   (4,059) (b)   148,261 Other revenue   427,836   –   3,976   (439) (b)   431,373 Total revenues   5,398,267   115,043   238,812   (12,375)     5,739,747                         Costs and expenses:                       Operating expenses   2,621,270   42,456   21,112   (8,297) (b,c)   2,676,541 Commission expenses   429,581   –   –   –     429,581 Cost of sales   259,585   –   –   –     259,585 Benefits and losses   –   22,448   164,199   –     186,647 Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs   –   –   33,854   –     33,854 Lease expense   31,973   359   109   (2,531) (b)   29,910 Depreciation, net gains on disposals   482,752   –   –   –     482,752 Net gains on disposal of real estate   (4,120)   –   –   –     (4,120) Total costs and expenses   3,821,041   65,263   219,274   (10,828)     4,094,750                         Earnings from operations before equity in earnings of subsidiaries   1,577,226   49,780   19,538   (1,547)     1,644,997                         Equity in earnings of subsidiaries   54,746   –   –   (54,746) (d)   –                         Earnings from operations   1,631,972   49,780   19,538   (56,293)     1,644,997 Other components of net periodic benefit costs   (1,120)   –   –   –     (1,120) Interest expense   (168,491)   –   (480)   1,547 (b)   (167,424) Fees on early extinguishment of debt   (956)   –   –   –     (956) Pretax earnings   1,461,405   49,780   19,058   (54,746)     1,475,497 Income tax expense   (338,119)   (10,378)   (3,714)   –     (352,211) Earnings available to common shareholders $ 1,123,286 $ 39,402 $ 15,344 $ (54,746)   $ 1,123,286                         (a)   Balances for the year ended December 31, 2021                       (b) Eliminate intercompany lease / interest income                       (c) Eliminate intercompany premiums                       (d) Eliminate equity in earnings of subsidiaries            Consolidating statements of operations by industry segment for period ending March 31, 2021 are as follows:     Moving & Storage   Property & Casualty Insurance (a)   Life   Eliminations     AMERCO     (In thousands) Revenues:                       Self-moving equipment rentals $ 3,086,824 $ – $ – $ (3,507) (c) $ 3,083,317 Self-storage revenues   477,262   –   –   –     477,262 Self-moving & self-storage products & service sales   344,929   –   –   –     344,929 Property management fees   31,603   –   –   –     31,603 Life insurance premiums   –   –   121,609   –     121,609 Property and casualty insurance premiums   –   70,285   –   (1,506) (c)   68,779 Net investment and interest income   2,259   16,452   107,745   (3,518) (b)   122,938 Other revenue   288,797   –   3,280   (529) (b)   291,548 Total revenues   4,231,674   86,737   232,634   (9,060)     4,541,985                         Costs and expenses:                       Operating expenses   2,137,381   35,450   20,376   (5,523) (b,c)   2,187,684 Commission expenses   329,609   –   –   –     329,609 Cost of sales   214,059   –   –   –     214,059 Benefits and losses   –   18,558   160,954   –     179,512 Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs   –   –   28,293   –     28,293 Lease expense   30,551   231   135   (2,447) (b)   28,470 Depreciation, net gains on disposals   609,930   –   –   –     609,930 Net losses on disposal of real estate   3,281   –   –   –     3,281 Total costs and expenses   3,324,811   54,239   209,758   (7,970)     3,580,838                         Earnings from operations before equity in earnings of subsidiaries   906,863   32,498   22,876   (1,090)     961,147                         Equity in earnings of subsidiaries   44,441   –   –   (44,441) (d)   –                         Earnings from operations   951,304   32,498   22,876   (45,531)     961,147 Other components of net periodic benefit costs   (987)   –   –   –     (987) Interest expense   (164,592)   –   –   1,090 (b)   (163,502) Pretax earnings   785,725   32,498   22,876   (44,441)     796,658 Income tax expense   (174,869)   (6,778)   (4,155)   –     (185,802) Earnings available to common shareholders $ 610,856 $ 25,720 $ 18,721 $ (44,441)   $ 610,856                         (a)   Balances for the year ended December 31, 2020                       (b) Eliminate intercompany lease/interest income                       (c) Eliminate intercompany premiums                       (d) Eliminate equity in earnings of subsidiaries            Consolidating statements of operations by industry segment for period ending March 31, 2020 are as follows:     Moving & Storage   Property & Casualty Insurance (a)   Life   Eliminations     AMERCO     (In thousands) Revenues:                       Self-moving equipment rentals $ 2,696,516 $ – $ – $ (4,103) (c) $ 2,692,413 Self-storage revenues   418,741   –   –   –     418,741 Self-moving & self-storage products & service sales   265,091   –   –   –     265,091 Property management fees   30,406   –   –   –     30,406 Life insurance premiums   –   –   127,976   –     127,976 Property and casualty insurance premiums   –   69,141   –   (3,088) (c)   66,053 Net investment and interest income   10,593   19,923   109,018   (1,705) (b)   137,829 Other revenue   236,419   –   4,470   (530) (b)   240,359 Total revenues   3,657,766   89,064   241,464   (9,426)     3,978,868                         Costs and expenses:                       Operating expenses   2,069,655   33,770   21,425   (7,702) (b,c)   2,117,148 Commission expenses   288,332   –   –   –     288,332 Cost of sales   164,018   –   –   –     164,018 Benefits and losses   –   12,410   162,426   –     174,836 Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs   –   –   31,219   –     31,219 Lease expense   27,494   –   –   (612) (b)   26,882 Depreciation, net gains on disposals   637,063   –   –   –     637,063 Net gains on disposal of real estate   (758)   –   –   –     (758) Total costs and expenses   3,185,804   46,180   215,070   (8,314)     3,438,740                         Earnings from operations before equity in earnings of subsidiaries   471,962   42,884   26,394   (1,112)     540,128                         Equity in earnings of subsidiaries   55,789   –   –   (55,789) (d)   –                         Earnings from operations   527,751   42,884   26,394   (56,901)     540,128 Other components of net periodic benefit costs   (1,054)   –   –   –     (1,054) Interest expense   (162,062)   –   –   1,112 (b)   (160,950) Pretax earnings   364,635   42,884   26,394   (55,789)     378,124 Income tax benefit (expense)   77,413   (8,956)   (4,533)   –     63,924 Earnings available to common shareholders $ 442,048 $ 33,928 $ 21,861 $ (55,789)   $ 442,048                         (a)   Balances for the year ended December 31, 2019                       (b) Eliminate intercompany lease/interest income                       (c) Eliminate intercompany premiums                       (d) Eliminate equity in earnings of subsidiaries           
Consolidated Cash Flow Statement by Industry Segment Consolidating cash flow statements by industry segment for the year ended March 31, 2022, are as follows:     Moving & Storage Consolidated   Property & Casualty Insurance (a)   Life Insurance (a)   Elimination     AMERCO Consolidated     (In thousands) Cash flows from operating activities:                       Net earnings $ 1,123,286 $ 39,402 $ 15,344 $ (54,746)   $ 1,123,286 Earnings from consolidated subsidiaries   (54,746)   –   –   54,746     – Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:                       Depreciation   696,955   –   –   –     696,955 Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs   –   –   33,854   –     33,854 Amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts related to investments, net   –   1,638   18,111   –     19,749 Amortization of debt issuance costs   5,659   –   –   –     5,659 Interest credited to policyholders   –   –   64,692   –     64,692 Change in allowance for losses on trade receivables   4,689   (456)   (6)   –     4,227 Change in allowance for inventories and parts reserve   15,235   –   –   –     15,235 Net gains on disposal of personal property   (214,203)   –   –   –     (214,203) Net gains on disposal of real estate   (4,120)   –   –   –     (4,120) Net gains on sales of investments   –   (991)   (10,881)   –     (11,872) Net gains on equity securities   –   (7,837)   –   –     (7,837) Deferred income taxes   106,869   1,347   (7,125)   –     101,091 Net change in other operating assets and liabilities:                       Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables   (28,776)   17,180   2,409   –     (9,187) Inventories and parts   (68,536)   –   –   –     (68,536) Prepaid expenses   232,342   –   –   –     232,342 Capitalization of deferred policy acquisition costs   –   –   (32,626)   –     (32,626) Other assets   (2,919)   346   (133)   –     (2,706) Related party assets   (10,517)   160   –   –     (10,357) Accounts payable and accrued expenses   23,839   1,821   3,092   –     28,752 Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable   (8,428)   (18,563)   7,299   –     (19,692) Other policyholders' funds and liabilities   –   (177)   (1,431)   –     (1,608) Deferred income   6,368   –   (1,152)   –     5,216 Related party liabilities   255   (2,644)   310   –     (2,079) Net cash provided by operating activities   1,823,252   31,226   91,757   –     1,946,235                         Cash flows from investing activities:                       Escrow deposits   (9,328)   –   –   –     (9,328) Purchases of:                       Property, plant and equipment   (2,136,537)   –   –   –     (2,136,537) Short term investments   –   (74,418)   –   –     (74,418) Fixed maturities investments   –   (10,248)   (617,078)   –     (627,326) Equity securities   –   (17,919)   (1,380)   –     (19,299) Preferred stock   –   –   (8,000)   –     (8,000) Real estate   (33)   (59)   (169)   –     (261) Mortgage loans   –   (24,032)   (134,115)   –     (158,147) Proceeds from sales and paydowns of:                       Property, plant and equipment   623,235   –   –   –     623,235 Short term investments   –   50,737   854   –     51,591 Fixed maturities investments   –   24,201   336,736   –     360,937 Equity securities   –   20   2,026   –     2,046 Preferred stock   –   2,000   –   –     2,000 Real estate   113   –   –   –     113 Mortgage loans   –   23,634   102,584   –     126,218 Net cash used by investing activities   (1,522,550)   (26,084)   (318,542)   –     (1,867,176)     (page 1 of 2) (a) Balance for the period ended December 31, 2021                                               Continuation of consolidating cash flow statements by industry segment for the year ended March 31, 2022, are as follows:     Moving & Storage Consolidated   Property & Casualty   Life   Elimination     AMERCO     (In thousands) Cash flows from financing activities:                       Borrowings from credit facilities   1,969,474   –   –   –     1,969,474 Principal repayments on credit facilities   (426,319)   –   (11,187)   –     (437,506) Payment of debt issuance costs   (13,156)   –   –   –     (13,156) Finance lease payments   (166,262)   –   –   –     (166,262) Common stock dividends paid   (29,412)   –   –   –     (29,412) Investment contract deposits   –   –   347,520   –     347,520 Investment contract withdrawals   –   –   (237,503)   –     (237,503) Net cash provided by financing activities   1,334,325   –   98,830   –     1,433,155                         Effects of exchange rate on cash   (2,089)   –   –   –     (2,089)                         Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents   1,632,938   5,142   (127,955)   –     1,510,125 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period   1,010,275   5,658   178,079   –     1,194,012 Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 2,643,213 $ 10,800 $ 50,124 $ –   $ 2,704,137     (page 2 of 2) (a) Balance for the period ended December 31, 2021            Consolidating cash flow statements by industry segment for the year ended March 31, 2021, are as follows:     Moving & Storage Consolidated   Property & Casualty Insurance (a)   Life Insurance (a)   Elimination     AMERCO Consolidated     (In thousands) Cash flows from operating activities:                       Net earnings $ 610,856 $ 25,720 $ 18,721 $ (44,441)   $ 610,856 Earnings from consolidated subsidiaries   (44,441)   –   –   44,441     – Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:                       Depreciation   664,001   –   –   –     664,001 Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs   –   –   28,293   –     28,293 Amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts related to investments, net   –   1,578   12,651   –     14,229 Amortization of debt issuance costs   5,948   –   –   –     5,948 Interest credited to policyholders   –   –   55,321   –     55,321 Change in allowance for losses on trade receivables   1,424   (217)   (1)   –     1,206 Change in allowance for inventories and parts reserve   1,298   –   –   –     1,298 Net gains on disposal of personal property   (54,071)   –   –   –     (54,071) Net losses on disposal of real estate   3,281   –   –   –     3,281 Net gains on sales of investments   –   (158)   (9,900)   –     (10,058) Net gains on equity securities   –   (394)   –   –     (394) Deferred income taxes   72,407   459   (4,455)   –     68,411 Net change in other operating assets and liabilities:                       Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables   (60,806)   27,302   (6,012)   –     (39,516) Inventories and parts   (5,775)   –   –   –     (5,775) Prepaid expenses   94,359   –   –   –     94,359 Capitalization of deferred policy acquisition costs   –   –   (36,162)   –     (36,162) Other assets   29,879   537   (551)   –     29,865 Related party assets   (12,790)   303   –   12,000 (b)   (487) Accounts payable and accrued expenses   96,309   (3,497)   113   –     92,925 Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable   14,919   (31,398)   14,487   –     (1,992) Other policyholders' funds and liabilities   –   (2,053)   4,283   –     2,230 Deferred income   10,959   –   608   –     11,567 Related party liabilities   1,136   1,187   9,737   (12,000) (b)   60 Net cash provided by operating activities   1,428,893   19,369   87,133   –     1,535,395                         Cash flows from investing activities:                       Escrow deposits   (5,221)   –   –   –     (5,221) Purchases of:                       Property, plant and equipment   (1,441,475)   –   –   –     (1,441,475) Short term investments   –   (69,929)   –   –     (69,929) Fixed maturities investments   –   (18,823)   (587,410)   –     (606,233) Equity securities   –   –   (962)   –     (962) Preferred stock   –   –   (16,144)   –     (16,144) Real estate   –   –   (622)   –     (622) Mortgage loans   –   (18,035)   (140,036)   –     (158,071) Proceeds from sales and paydowns of:                       Property, plant and equipment   537,484   –   –   –     537,484 Short term investments   –   69,669   49   –     69,718 Fixed maturities investments   –   20,854   508,385   –     529,239 Equity securities   –   –   207   –     207 Preferred stock   –   2,700   –   –     2,700 Real estate   255   –   –   –     255 Mortgage loans   –   17,659   11,866   –     29,525 Net cash (used) provided by investing activities   (908,957)   4,095   (224,667)   –     (1,129,529)     (page 1 of 2) (a) Balance for the period ended December 31, 2020                       Continuation of consolidating cash flow statements by industry segment for the year ended March 31, 2021, are as follows:     Moving & Storage Consolidated   Property & Casualty   Life   Elimination     AMERCO     (In thousands) Cash flows from financing activities:                       Borrowings from credit facilities   912,408   –   9,600   –     922,008 Principal repayments on credit facilities   (652,728)   –   (9,860)   –     (662,588) Payment of debt issuance costs   (5,793)   –   –   –     (5,793) Finance lease payments   (221,247)   –   –   –     (221,247) Common stock dividends paid   (49,019)   –   –   –     (49,019) Net contribution from (to) related party   41,199   (22,600)   (18,599)   –     – Investment contract deposits   –   –   517,856   –     517,856 Investment contract withdrawals   –   –   (213,864)   –     (213,864) Net cash provided (used) by financing activities   24,820   (22,600)   285,133   –     287,353                         Effects of exchange rate on cash   6,441   –   –   –     6,441                         Increase in cash and cash equivalents   551,197   864   147,599   –     699,660 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period   459,078   4,794   30,480   –     494,352 Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 1,010,275 $ 5,658 $ 178,079 $ –   $ 1,194,012     (page 2 of 2) (a) Balance for the period ended December 31, 2020            Consolidating cash flow statements by industry segment for the year ended March 31, 2020 are as follows:       Moving & Storage Consolidated   Property & Casualty Insurance (a)   Life Insurance (a)   Elimination     AMERCO Consolidated     (In thousands) Cash flows from operating activities:                       Net earnings $ 442,048 $ 33,928 $ 21,861 $ (55,789)   $ 442,048 Earnings from consolidated subsidiaries   (55,789)   –   –   55,789     – Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:                       Depreciation   664,120   –   –   –     664,120 Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs   –   –   31,219   –     31,219 Amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts related to investments, net   –   1,469   11,848   –     13,317 Amortization of debt issuance costs   4,426   –   –   –     4,426 Interest credited to policyholders   –   –   51,857   –     51,857 Change in allowance for losses on trade receivables   (14)   –   –   –     (14) Change in allowance for inventories and parts reserve   640   –   –   –     640 Net gains on disposal of personal property   (27,057)   –   –   –     (27,057) Net gains on disposal of real estate   (758)   –   –   –     (758) Net gains on sales of investments   –   (355)   (13,241)   –     (13,596) Net gains on equity securities   –   (3,783)   –   –     (3,783) Deferred income taxes   323,980   (2,847)   (3,240)   –     317,893 Net change in other operating assets and liabilities:                       Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables   30,771   8,127   (769)   –     38,129 Inventories and parts   1,776   –   –   –     1,776 Prepaid expenses   (391,120)   –   –   –     (391,120) Capitalization of deferred policy acquisition costs   –   –   (24,447)   –     (24,447) Other assets   (3,099)   2,098   (294)   –     (1,295) Related party assets   (5,106)   (539)   –   –     (5,645) Accounts payable and accrued expenses   (4,428)   2,688   (2,790)   –     (4,530) Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable   3,092   (19,618)   3,908   –     (12,618) Other policyholders' funds and liabilities   –   491   (5,348)   –     (4,857) Deferred income   (1,818)   –   –   –     (1,818) Related party liabilities   (1,170)   819   1,977   –     1,626 Net cash provided by operating activities   980,494   22,478   72,541   –     1,075,513                         Cash flows from investing activities:                       Escrow deposits   6,617   –   –   –     6,617 Purchases of:                       Property, plant and equipment   (2,309,406)   –   –   –     (2,309,406) Short term investments   –   (60,590)   (636)   –     (61,226) Fixed maturities investments   –   (13,001)   (366,348)   –     (379,349) Equity securities   –   –   (83)   –     (83) Real estate   –   (328)   (3,958)   –     (4,286) Mortgage loans   –   (18,050)   (43,966)   –     (62,016) Proceeds from sales and paydowns of:                       Property, plant and equipment   687,375   –   –   –     687,375 Short term investments   –   59,056   –   –     59,056 Fixed maturities investments   –   25,386   243,250   –     268,636 Equity securities   –   185   –   –     185 Preferred stock   –   1,375   1,000   –     2,375 Real estate   311   –   –   –     311 Mortgage loans   –   4,126   21,036   –     25,162 Net cash used by investing activities   (1,615,103)   (1,841)   (149,705)   –     (1,766,649)     (page 1 of 2) (a) Balance for the period ended December 31, 2019                       Continuation of consolidating cash flow statements by industry segment for the year ended March 31, 2020 are as follows:     Moving & Storage   Property & Casualty   Life   Elimination     AMERCO     (In thousands) Cash flows from financing activities:                       Borrowings from credit facilities   1,118,912   –   2,500   –     1,121,412 Principal repayments on credit facilities   (347,486)   –   (2,500)   –     (349,986) Payment of debt issuance costs   (5,332)   –   –   –     (5,332) Finance lease payments   (307,782)   –   –   –     (307,782) Employee stock ownership plan shares   (206)   –   –   –     (206) Common stock dividends paid   (29,404)   –   –   –     (29,404) Net contribution from (to) related party   21,600   (21,600)   –   –     – Investment contract deposits   –   –   234,640   –     234,640 Investment contract withdrawals   –   –   (151,022)   –     (151,022) Net cash provided (used) by financing activities   450,302   (21,600)   83,618   –     512,320                         Effects of exchange rate on cash   (533)   –   –   –     (533)                         Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents   (184,840)   (963)   6,454   –     (179,349) Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period   643,918   5,757   24,026   –     673,701 Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 459,078 $ 4,794 $ 30,480 $ –   $ 494,352     (page 2 of 2) (a) Balance for the period ended December 31, 2019           
v3.22.1
Revenue Recognition (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Revenue From Contract With Customer [Abstract]  
Lease schedule over next five years and thereafter     Year Ended March 31,     2023   2024   2025   2026   2027   Thereafter           (In thousands)                           Self-moving equipment rentals $ 5,537 $ – $ – $ – $ – $ – Property lease revenues   16,544   11,063   8,180   6,381   5,254   43,931 Total$ 22,081 $ 11,063 $ 8,180 $ 6,381 $ 5,254 $ 43,931
Disaggregation of revenue     Years Ended March 31,     2022   2021   2020           (In thousands)               Revenues recognized over time $   284,401 $   182,278 $   147,565 Revenues recognized at a point in time   414,985   396,600   309,804 Total revenues recognized under ASC 606   699,386   578,878   457,369               Revenues recognized under ASC 842   4,690,434   3,644,798   3,182,902 Revenues recognized under ASC 944   201,666   195,371   200,768 Revenues recognized under ASC 320   148,261   122,938   137,829 Total revenues$  5,739,747 $  4,541,985 $  3,978,868
v3.22.1
Allowance for Credit Losses (Table Text Block)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Allowance For Credit Loss [Abstract]  
Accounts Receivable Allowance For Credit Loss [Table Text Block]     Allowance for Credit Losses     Trade Receivables   Investments, Fixed Maturities   Investments, other   Total                       (In thousands)     Balance as of March 31, 2020 $ 3,215 $ 503 $ 501 $ 4,219 Transition adjustment current expected credit losses   1,206   817   –   2,023 Write-offs against allowance   –   –   –   – Recoveries   –   –   –   – Balance as of March 31, 2021 $ 4,421 $ 1,320 $ 501 $ 6,242 Provision for (reversal of) credit losses   4,228   (1,260)   –   2,968 Write-offs against allowance   –   –   –   – Recoveries   –   –   –   – Balance as of March 31, 2022$ 8,649 $ 60 $ 501 $ 9,210
v3.22.1
Principles of Consolidation (Narratives) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Disclosure of Entity's Reportable Segments [Abstract]  
Number of reportable segments 3
v3.22.1
Accounting Policies (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Cash, Insured and Uninsured [Abstract]      
Cash, FDIC Insured Amount $ 250,000    
Cash, CDIC insured amount $ 100,000    
LIFO Method Related Items [Abstract]      
Percentage of LIFO inventory 93.00% 96.00%  
Inventory, LIFO reserve $ 37,400,000 $ 21,832,000  
Effect of LIFO inventory liquidation on income 100,000    
Disposition of Property, Plant and Equipment      
Net amount of (gains) losses netted against depreciation expense 214,200,000 54,100,000 $ 27,100,000
Additional operating expenses $ 28,700,000 22,800,000 26,900,000
Schedule of rental trucks depreciation:      
Percentage reduction for year one, depreciation 16.00%    
Percentage reduction for year two, depreciation 13.00%    
Percentage reduction for year three, depreciation 11.00%    
Percentage reduction for year four, depreciation 9.00%    
Percentage reduction for year five, depreciation 8.00%    
Percentage reduction for year six, depreciation 7.00%    
Percentage reduction for year seven, depreciation 6.00%    
Salvage value percentage under the old declining balance method 15.00%    
Percentage reduction if straight line approach used each year for depreciation calculation 5.70%    
Real Estate Companies Disclosures [Abstract]      
Carrying value of surplus real estate $ 67,800,000 68,800,000  
Liability for Future Policy Benefits and Unpaid Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense [Abstract]      
Self insurance reserve 418,900,000 427,100,000  
Accrued insurance, noncurrent 19,700,000 17,500,000  
Marketing and Advertising Expense [Abstract]      
Advertising expense 13,700,000 18,000,000.0 13,700,000
Policyholder Benefits and Claims Incurred [Abstract]      
Deferred sales inducements, net 15,700,000 16,000,000.0  
Deferred sales inducements, amortization expense 4,700,000 4,300,000 5,500,000
Adoption of New Accounting Pronounements      
Other components of net periodic benefit cost 1,120,000 987,000 $ 1,054,000
Operating lease commitment, asset 620,824,000 877,038,000  
Operating lease commitment, liability 74,197,000    
All Nonrental Equipment [Member]      
LIFO Method Related Items [Abstract]      
Inventory, LIFO reserve $ 37,400,000 $ 21,800,000  
v3.22.1
Accounting Policies (Inventories, net) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Inventory, Net [Abstract]    
Truck and trailer parts and accessories (a) $ 148,237 $ 95,976
Hitches and towing components (b) 32,508 19,972
Moving supplies and propane (b) 16,623 12,877
Subtotal 197,368 128,825
Less: LIFO reserves (37,400) (21,832)
Less: excess and obsolete reserves (1,080) (1,416)
Total $ 158,888 $ 105,577
v3.22.1
Reinsurance Recoverables and Trade Receivables, Net (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2021
Reinsurance Recoverables and Trade Receivables, Net [Abstract]      
Reinsurance recoverable $ 50,586 $ 47,394 $ 66,386
Trade accounts receivable 150,285   121,251
Paid losses recoverable 345   276
Accrued investment income 28,689   27,883
Premiums and agents' balances 1,650   2,546
Independent dealer receivables 73   258
Other receivables 6,364   10,247
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, gross 237,992   228,847
Less: Allowance for doubtful accounts (8,649)   (4,421)
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net $ 229,343   $ 224,426
v3.22.1
Investments (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]      
Assets held by insurance regulators $ 27.1 $ 27.7  
Fair value of sold available-for-sale securities 352.3 523.9 $ 264.5
Available-for-sale securities, gross realized gains 9.5 9.6 6.4
Available-for-sale securities, gross realized losses 1.4 $ 2.1 $ 0.2
Available for sale investments, unrealized loss position      
Available for sale investments, unrealized loss position $ 0.5    
Minimum [Member]      
Real Estate [Abstract]      
Debt instrument, maturity year 2022    
Maximum [Member]      
Real Estate [Abstract]      
Debt instrument, maturity year 2036    
Mortgages [Member] | Minimum [Member]      
Real Estate [Abstract]      
Mortgage loan interest rate 3.50%    
Mortgages [Member] | Maximum [Member]      
Real Estate [Abstract]      
Mortgage loan interest rate 5.90%    
v3.22.1
Investments (Available-for-sale investments) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Available-for-sale securities, investments:    
Amortized cost $ 2,664,037 $ 2,405,612
Gross unrealized gains 170,294 250,254
Gross unrealized losses more than 12 months (445) (224)
Gross unrealized losses less than 12 months (12,734) (783)
Allowance for Expected Credit Losses (60) (1,320)
Estimated market value 2,821,092 2,653,539
U.S. treasury securities and government obligations [Member]    
Available-for-sale securities, investments:    
Amortized cost 128,078 92,429
Gross unrealized gains 7,984 12,941
Gross unrealized losses more than 12 months 0 0
Gross unrealized losses less than 12 months (969) 0
Allowance for Expected Credit Losses 0 0
Estimated market value 135,093 105,370
U.S. government agency mortgage-backed securities [Member]    
Available-for-sale securities, investments:    
Amortized cost 44,678 61,427
Gross unrealized gains 280 911
Gross unrealized losses more than 12 months (42) (1)
Gross unrealized losses less than 12 months (3,111) (132)
Allowance for Expected Credit Losses 0 0
Estimated market value 41,805 62,205
Obligations of states and political subdivisions [Member]    
Available-for-sale securities, investments:    
Amortized cost 178,040 230,521
Gross unrealized gains 15,450 25,249
Gross unrealized losses more than 12 months 0 (59)
Gross unrealized losses less than 12 months (508) (3)
Allowance for Expected Credit Losses 0 0
Estimated market value 192,982 255,708
Corporate securities [Member]    
Available-for-sale securities, investments:    
Amortized cost 1,989,212 1,846,507
Gross unrealized gains 138,909 199,447
Gross unrealized losses more than 12 months (402) (163)
Gross unrealized losses less than 12 months (6,604) (640)
Allowance for Expected Credit Losses (60) (1,320)
Estimated market value 2,121,055 2,043,831
Mortgage-backed securities [Member]    
Available-for-sale securities, investments:    
Amortized cost 324,029 174,728
Gross unrealized gains 7,671 11,706
Gross unrealized losses more than 12 months (1) (1)
Gross unrealized losses less than 12 months (1,542) (8)
Allowance for Expected Credit Losses 0 0
Estimated market value $ 330,157 $ 186,425
v3.22.1
Investments (Adjusted cost and estimated market value of available-for-sale investments) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Available-for-sale securities, amortized cost:    
Amortized cost $ 2,664,037 $ 2,405,612
Available-for-sale securities, fair value:    
Estimated market value 2,821,092 2,653,539
Us Government Corporate Securities [Member]    
Available-for-sale securities, amortized cost:    
Due in one year or less 97,969 90,142
Due after one year through five years 541,840 562,442
Due after five years through ten years 704,295 672,733
Due after ten years 995,904 905,567
Amortized cost 2,340,008 2,230,884
Available-for-sale securities, fair value:    
Due in one year or less 99,432 91,190
Due after one year through five years 570,135 601,818
Due after five years through ten years 765,073 754,536
Due after ten years 1,056,295 1,019,570
Estimated market value 2,490,935 2,467,114
Mortgage backed securities [Member]    
Available-for-sale securities, amortized cost:    
Amortized cost 324,029 174,728
Available-for-sale securities, fair value:    
Estimated market value $ 330,157 $ 186,425
v3.22.1
Investments (Available for sale equity investments) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Marketable Securities [Abstract]    
Amortized cost, equity investments $ 53,728 $ 29,809
Estimated market value, equity investments 72,307 42,117
Common stocks [Member]    
Marketable Securities [Abstract]    
Amortized cost, equity investments 27,674 9,775
Estimated market value, equity investments 46,212 20,440
Non-redeemable preferred stocks [Member]    
Marketable Securities [Abstract]    
Amortized cost, equity investments 26,054 20,034
Estimated market value, equity investments $ 26,095 $ 21,677
v3.22.1
Investments (Carrying value of other investments) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Investments [Abstract]    
Mortgage loans, net $ 423,163 $ 391,230
Short-term investments 30,916 7,234
Real estate 67,824 68,813
Policy loans 10,309 11,163
Other equity investments 11,543 11,319
Total investments $ 543,755 $ 489,759
v3.22.1
Other Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Other Assets [Abstract]    
Deposits (debt-related) $ 37,588 $ 33,952
Cash surrender value of life insurance policies 0 567
Deposits (real estate related) 22,821 13,211
Other assets, total $ 60,409 $ 47,730
v3.22.1
Net Investment and Interest Income (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Net Investment Income [Line Items]      
Investment income $ 155,541 $ 129,970 $ 142,683
Less: investment expenses (7,280) (7,032) (4,854)
Net investment and interest income 148,261 122,938 137,829
Fixed Maturities [Member]      
Net Investment Income [Line Items]      
Investment income 111,625 102,021 107,434
Real Estate [Member]      
Net Investment Income [Line Items]      
Investment income 5,648 5,769 7,304
Insurance policy loans [Member]      
Net Investment Income [Line Items]      
Investment income 705 829 974
Mortgage loans [Member]      
Net Investment Income [Line Items]      
Investment income 25,850 18,248 17,164
Short-term, amounts held by ceding reinsurers, net and other investments [Member]      
Net Investment Income [Line Items]      
Investment income $ 11,713 $ 3,103 $ 9,807
v3.22.1
Borrowings (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2021
Debt instruments, face, payment, and remaining balance amount:      
Notes, loans and leases payable $ 6,022,497 $ 4,668,907  
Debt instruments, issuance and maturity dates:      
Remaining Lease Term Finance Lease Weighted Average 3 3  
Minimum [Member]      
Debt instruments, issuance and maturity dates:      
Debt instrument, maturity year 2022    
Maximum [Member]      
Debt instruments, issuance and maturity dates:      
Debt instrument, maturity year 2036    
Rental Truck (amortizing loans) First Loan [Member] | Uhaul International, Inc and AMERCO [Member]      
Debt instruments, face, payment, and remaining balance amount:      
Capitalized assets, net book value $ 1,068,300 $ 718,300  
Lease Cost [Abstract]      
Sale Leaseback Transaction Lease Terms (7) years    
Rental Truck (amortizing loans) First Loan [Member] | Uhaul International, Inc and AMERCO [Member] | Minimum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 1.60%    
Rental Truck (amortizing loans) First Loan [Member] | Uhaul International, Inc and AMERCO [Member] | Maximum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 4.68%    
Capital Lease Obligations [Member] | Amerco Real Estate Co and Uhaul International, Inc [Member]      
Debt instruments, face, payment, and remaining balance amount:      
Amounts held at LIBOR plus margin $ 150,000    
New capital lease obligations, amount $ 600,000    
Capital Lease Obligations [Member] | Amerco Real Estate Co and Uhaul International, Inc [Member] | Minimum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 2.43%    
Debt instruments, issuance and maturity dates:      
Debt instrument, maturity year 2029    
Capital Lease Obligations [Member] | Amerco Real Estate Co and Uhaul International, Inc [Member] | Maximum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 2.78%    
Debt instruments, issuance and maturity dates:      
Debt instrument, maturity year 2033    
Finance Lease [Member] | Amerco [Member]      
Debt instruments, face, payment, and remaining balance amount:      
Capitalized assets, net book value $ 620,800 $ 877,000  
Lease Cost [Abstract]      
Sale Leaseback Transaction Lease Terms (7) year terms    
Finance Lease [Member] | Amerco [Member] | Minimum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 2.16%    
Finance Lease [Member] | Amerco [Member] | Maximum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 5.04%    
Amerco Real Estate Subsidiaries and Uhaul Company of Florida [Member] | Real estate loan (amortizing term) [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, effective percentage:      
LIBOR 0.33%    
Applicable margin interest rate 1.50%    
Sum of LIBOR and margin, maximum rate 1.83%    
Various Subsidiaries of Amerco Real Estate and Uhaul Intl [Member] | Senior mortgages [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, effective percentage:      
Debt Weighted Average Interest Rate 4.00%    
Various Subsidiaries of Amerco Real Estate and Uhaul Intl [Member] | Senior mortgages [Member] | Minimum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 2.70%    
Various Subsidiaries of Amerco Real Estate and Uhaul Intl [Member] | Senior mortgages [Member] | Maximum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 5.50%    
Various Subsidiaries of Amerco Real Estate and Uhaul Intl [Member] | Working capital loans two [Member] | Amerco [Member]      
Debt instruments, face, payment, and remaining balance amount:      
Line of credit facility, remaining borrowing capacity $ 385,000    
Notes, loans and leases payable $ 385,000    
Various Subsidiaries of Amerco Real Estate and Uhaul Intl [Member] | Working capital loans two [Member] | Amerco [Member] | Minimum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, effective percentage:      
LIBOR 0.21%    
Applicable margin interest rate 1.25%    
Sum of LIBOR and margin, maximum rate 1.46%    
Various Subsidiaries of Amerco Real Estate and Uhaul Intl [Member] | Working capital loans two [Member] | Amerco [Member] | Maximum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, effective percentage:      
LIBOR 0.45%    
Applicable margin interest rate 1.50%    
Sum of LIBOR and margin, maximum rate 1.85%    
Various Subsidiaries of Amerco Real Estate and Uhaul Intl [Member] | Rental Truck (amortizing loans) Second Loan [Member] | Uhual International, Inc [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 2.36%    
Debt instruments, interest rate, effective percentage:      
LIBOR 0.21%    
Debt instruments, face, payment, and remaining balance amount:      
Line of credit facility, maximum borrowing capacity $ 590,000    
Amounts held at LIBOR plus margin 385,000    
Notes, loans and leases payable 560,000    
Amount held at fixed interest rate $ 100,000    
Various Subsidiaries of Amerco Real Estate and Uhaul Intl [Member] | Rental Truck (amortizing loans) Second Loan [Member] | Uhual International, Inc [Member] | Minimum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, effective percentage:      
Applicable margin interest rate 1.15%    
Sum of LIBOR and margin, maximum rate 1.36%    
Various Subsidiaries of Amerco Real Estate and Uhaul Intl [Member] | Rental Truck (amortizing loans) Second Loan [Member] | Uhual International, Inc [Member] | Maximum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, effective percentage:      
Applicable margin interest rate 1.25%    
Sum of LIBOR and margin, maximum rate 1.46%    
Amerco Real Estate Company [Member] | Real estate loans (revolving credit) [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, effective percentage:      
LIBOR 0.21%    
Applicable margin interest rate 1.38%    
Sum of LIBOR and margin, maximum rate 1.59%    
Unused capacity fee 0.30%    
Debt instruments, face, payment, and remaining balance amount:      
Line of credit facility, maximum borrowing capacity $ 200,000    
Amounts held at LIBOR plus margin 300,000    
Notes, loans and leases payable $ 150,000    
Uhaul Intl and Subsidiaries [Member] | Amerco [Member] | Minimum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 1.61%    
Uhaul Intl and Subsidiaries [Member] | Amerco [Member] | Maximum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 4.66%    
Uhaul Intl and Subsidiaries [Member] | Capital Lease Obligations [Member] | Amerco [Member]      
Debt instruments, face, payment, and remaining balance amount:      
Line of credit facility, remaining borrowing capacity $ 150,000    
New capital lease obligations, amount 600,000    
Subsidiary holdings of parent company debt $ 100,000    
Uhaul Intl and Subsidiaries [Member] | Capital Lease Obligations [Member] | Amerco [Member] | Minimum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 2.55%    
Debt instruments, issuance and maturity dates:      
Debt instrument, maturity year 2030    
Uhaul Intl and Subsidiaries [Member] | Capital Lease Obligations [Member] | Amerco [Member] | Maximum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 2.88%    
Debt instruments, issuance and maturity dates:      
Debt instrument, maturity year 2035    
Amerco, Us Bank, National Association, Trustee [Member] | Other Obligations [Member]      
Debt instruments, face, payment, and remaining balance amount:      
Notes, loans and leases payable $ 88,500    
Subsidiary holdings of parent company debt $ 2,300    
Amerco, Us Bank, National Association, Trustee [Member] | Other Obligations [Member] | Minimum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 1.50%    
Debt instruments, issuance and maturity dates:      
Debt instrument, maturity year 2022    
Amerco, Us Bank, National Association, Trustee [Member] | Other Obligations [Member] | Maximum [Member]      
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:      
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 8.00%    
Debt instruments, issuance and maturity dates:      
Debt instrument, maturity year 2049    
Life Insurance [Member] | FHLB [Member]      
Federal Home Loan Bank, Advances, Activity for the year [Abstract]      
Deposit amount     $ 60,000
Available for sale equity securities, noncurrent     105,600
Available for sale equity securities pledged as collateral     $ 62,800
Life Insurance [Member] | FHLB [Member] | Minimum [Member]      
Federal Home Loan Bank, Advances, Activity for the year [Abstract]      
Deposit interest rate     0.49%
Life Insurance [Member] | FHLB [Member] | Maximum [Member]      
Federal Home Loan Bank, Advances, Activity for the year [Abstract]      
Deposit interest rate     1.72%
v3.22.1
Borrowings (Long-term debt borrowings) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Debt instrument, maturities:    
Notes, loans and finance/capital leases payable $ 6,059,713 $ 4,698,615
Less: Debt issuance costs (37,216) (29,708)
Total notes, loans and finance/capital leases payable, net $ 6,022,497 4,668,907
Minimum [Member]    
Debt instrument, maturities:    
Debt instrument, maturity year 2022  
Maximum [Member]    
Debt instrument, maturities:    
Debt instrument, maturity year 2036  
Real estate loan (amortizing term) [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 1.83%  
Debt instrument, maturities:    
Debt instrument, maturity year range, end 2023  
Notes, loans and finance/capital leases payable $ 50,259 82,913
Senior mortgages [Member]    
Debt instrument, maturities:    
Debt instrument, maturity year range, start 2023  
Debt instrument, maturity year range, end 2042  
Notes, loans and finance/capital leases payable $ 2,206,268 2,125,324
Senior mortgages [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 2.70%  
Senior mortgages [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 5.50%  
Real estate loans (revolving credit) [Member]    
Debt instrument, maturities:    
Debt instrument, maturity year range, start 2023  
Debt instrument, maturity year range, end 2025  
Notes, loans and finance/capital leases payable $ 535,000 535,000
Real estate loans (revolving credit) [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 1.58%  
Real estate loans (revolving credit) [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 3.14%  
Fleet loans (amortizing) [Member]    
Debt instrument, maturities:    
Debt instrument, maturity year range, start 2022  
Debt instrument, maturity year range, end 2028  
Notes, loans and finance/capital leases payable $ 124,651 176,295
Fleet loans (amortizing) [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 1.61%  
Fleet loans (amortizing) [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 4.66%  
Fleet loans (securitization) [Member]    
Debt instrument, maturities:    
Debt instrument, maturity year range, start 2024  
Debt instrument, maturity year range, end 2026  
Notes, loans and finance/capital leases payable $ 560,000 535,000
Fleet loans (securitization) [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 1.30%  
Fleet loans (securitization) [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 2.36%  
Fleet Loans (revolving credit) [Member]    
Debt instrument, maturities:    
Debt instrument, maturity year range, start 2022  
Debt instrument, maturity year range, end 2026  
Notes, loans and finance/capital leases payable $ 347,393 513,623
Fleet Loans (revolving credit) [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 2.16%  
Fleet Loans (revolving credit) [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 5.04%  
Capital leases (rental equipment) [Member]    
Debt instrument, maturities:    
Debt instrument, maturity year range, start 2024  
Debt instrument, maturity year range, end 2030  
Notes, loans and finance/capital leases payable $ 949,936 644,375
Capital leases (rental equipment) [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 1.60%  
Capital leases (rental equipment) [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 4.68%  
Private placements [Member]    
Debt instrument, maturities:    
Debt instrument, maturity year range, start 2029  
Debt instrument, maturity year range, end 2035  
Notes, loans and finance/capital leases payable $ 1,200,000 0
Private placements [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 2.43%  
Private placements [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 2.88%  
Other Obligations [Member]    
Debt instrument, maturities:    
Debt instrument, maturity year range, start 2022  
Debt instrument, maturity year range, end 2049  
Notes, loans and finance/capital leases payable $ 86,206 $ 86,085
Other Obligations [Member] | Minimum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 1.50%  
Other Obligations [Member] | Maximum [Member]    
Debt instruments, interest rate, stated percentage:    
Debt instrument, interest rate, stated percentage 8.00%  
v3.22.1
Borrowings (Annual maturities of Notes, Loans and Leases Payable) (Details)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
USD ($)
Long-term debt, by Maturity:  
2022 $ 478,954
2023 937,542
2024 898,740
2025 570,127
2026 559,961
Thereafter 2,614,389
Total $ 6,059,713
v3.22.1
Interest on Borrowings (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities, Continuing Operations [Abstract]      
Interest paid in cash including payments related to derivative contracts $ 147.9 $ 153.2 $ 168.1
v3.22.1
Interest on Borrowings (Components of interest expense) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Interest expense, borrowings:      
Interest expense $ 167,618 $ 165,484 $ 180,444
Capitalized interest (9,700) (11,573) (23,517)
Amortization of transaction costs 5,556 5,949 4,427
Interest expense resulting rom derivatives 3,950 3,642 (404)
Total interest expense $ 167,424 $ 163,502 $ 160,950
v3.22.1
Interest on Borrowings (Interest Rates and Company Borrowings) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Interest and debt expense:      
Weighted average interest rate during the year 1.40% 1.40% 3.31%
Interest rate at year end 1.49% 1.40% 2.86%
Maximum amount outstanding during the year $ 1,105,000 $ 1,175,000 $ 1,086,000
Average amount outstanding during the year 1,085,074 1,088,293 1,002,081
Facility fees $ 253 $ 261 $ 193
v3.22.1
Derivatives (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]          
Other Comprehensive Income Loss Derivatives Qualifying As Hedges Net Of Tax $ 457 $ (429) $ (6,301)    
Notional amount of operating lease       $ 7,500 $ 6,600
Reclassify net losses on interest rate contracts from AOCI to earnings over the next twelve months 3,900        
Derivative hedge market value $ 1,200        
Derivative Notional Amount       $ 416,700 $ 282,700
v3.22.1
Derivatives (Interest rate contracts designated as hedging instruments) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Interest Rate Fair Value Hedges [Abstract]    
Assets $ 0 $ 0
Liabilities (587) (5,141)
Notional amount (debt) $ 235,000 $ 235,000
v3.22.1
Derivatives (Effect of interest rate contracts on statement of operations) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Effect of Interest rate Contracts [Abstract]      
(Gain) recognized in AOCI on interest rate contracts (effective portion) $ 4,553 $ 3,071 $ (8,355)
Gain reclassified from AOCI into income $ (3,948) $ (3,640) $ 3
v3.22.1
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Components, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance as of March 31, 2020 $ 106,857    
Foreign currency translation (2,828) $ (5,694) $ 9,377
Unrealized net loss on investments (62,626) 76,969 97,943
Change in fair value of cash flow hedges 457 (429) (6,301)
Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities 2,978 2,746 (2)
Change in postretirement benfit obligations 1,546 (1,387) 333
Other comprehensive income (loss) (60,473) 72,205 101,350
Balance as of March 31, 2021 46,384 106,857  
Foreign Currency Translation      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Components, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance as of March 31, 2020 (52,929) (47,235) (56,612)
Foreign currency translation (2,828) (5,694) 9,377
Unrealized net loss on investments 0 0 0
Change in fair value of cash flow hedges 0 0 0
Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities 0 0 0
Change in postretirement benfit obligations 0 0 0
Other comprehensive income (loss) (2,828) (5,694) 9,377
Balance as of March 31, 2021 (55,757) (52,929) (47,235)
Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Components, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance as of March 31, 2020 167,653 90,684 (7,259)
Foreign currency translation 0 0 0
Unrealized net loss on investments (62,626) 76,969 97,943
Change in fair value of cash flow hedges 0 0 0
Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities 0 0 0
Change in postretirement benfit obligations 0 0 0
Other comprehensive income (loss) (62,626) 76,969 97,943
Balance as of March 31, 2021 105,027 167,653 90,684
Fair Market Value of Cash Flow Hedges      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Components, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance as of March 31, 2020 (3,879) (6,196) 107
Foreign currency translation 0 0 0
Unrealized net loss on investments 0 0 0
Change in fair value of cash flow hedges 457 (429) (6,301)
Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities 2,978 2,746 (2)
Change in postretirement benfit obligations 0 0 0
Other comprehensive income (loss) 3,435 2,317 (6,303)
Balance as of March 31, 2021 (444) (3,879) (6,196)
Postretirement Benefit Obligation Gain (Loss)      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Components, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance as of March 31, 2020 (3,988) (2,601) (2,934)
Foreign currency translation 0 0 0
Unrealized net loss on investments 0 0 0
Change in fair value of cash flow hedges 0 0 0
Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities 0 0 0
Change in postretirement benfit obligations 1,546 (1,387) 333
Other comprehensive income (loss) 1,546 (1,387) 333
Balance as of March 31, 2021 (2,442) (3,988) (2,601)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Components, Net of Tax [Roll Forward]      
Balance as of March 31, 2020 106,857 34,652 (66,698)
Foreign currency translation (2,828) (5,694) 9,377
Unrealized net loss on investments (62,626) 76,969 97,943
Change in fair value of cash flow hedges 457 (429) (6,301)
Amounts reclassified into earnings on hedging activities 2,978 2,746 (2)
Change in postretirement benfit obligations 1,546 (1,387) 333
Other comprehensive income (loss) (60,473) 72,205 101,350
Balance as of March 31, 2021 $ 46,384 $ 106,857 $ 34,652
v3.22.1
Stockholders' Equity (Narratives) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
$ / shares
Dividends Declared  
Dividends payable, date declared Oct. 06, 2021
Dividend paid, amount per share $ 0.50
Dividends payable, date of record Oct. 18, 2021
Dividends payable, date to be paid Oct. 29, 2021
Dividends declared two [Member]  
Dividends Declared  
Dividends payable, date declared Aug. 19, 2021
Dividend paid, amount per share $ 0.50
Dividends payable, date of record Sep. 07, 2021
Dividends payable, date to be paid Sep. 21, 2021
Dividends declared three [Member]  
Dividends Declared  
Dividends payable, date declared Jun. 09, 2021
Dividend paid, amount per share $ 0.50
Dividends payable, date of record Jun. 24, 2021
Dividends payable, date to be paid Jul. 08, 2021
Dividends declared four [Member]  
Dividends Declared  
Dividends payable, date declared Dec. 09, 2020
Dividend paid, amount per share $ 2.00
Dividends payable, date of record Dec. 21, 2020
Dividends payable, date to be paid Dec. 30, 2020
Dividends declared five [Member]  
Dividends Declared  
Dividends payable, date declared Aug. 20, 2020
Dividend paid, amount per share $ 0.50
Dividends payable, date of record Sep. 07, 2020
Dividends payable, date to be paid Sep. 21, 2020
v3.22.1
Provision for Taxes (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Components of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities [Abstract]    
NOL and credit carryforwards, federal amount $ 146.0  
NOL and credit carryfowards, state amount 366.0  
Provisional benefit amount 243.0  
Deferred tax assets, effect of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, tax expense (benefit) 458.5  
Reclassified amount from accumulated other comprehensive income to retained earnings   $ 384.9
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Income Tax Penalties and Interest Accrued [Abstract]    
Unrecognized tax benefits, income tax penalties and interest accrued 15.7 $ 14.3
Unrecognized tax benefits, income tax penalties and interest expense $ 1.4  
v3.22.1
Provision for Taxes (Earnings before taxes and provision for taxes) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Pretax earnings:      
U.S. $ 1,431,155 $ 773,030 $ 372,687
Non-U.S. 44,342 23,628 5,437
Total pretax earnings 1,475,497 796,658 378,124
Current provision (benefit)      
Federal 189,488 100,521 (373,817)
State 55,518 16,572 (9,600)
Non-U.S. 6,893 3,404 949
Current provision (benefit), total 251,899 120,497 (382,468)
Deferred provision (benefit)      
Federal 90,852 53,957 307,846
State 6,355 9,795 9,728
Non-U.S. 3,105 1,553 970
Deferred provision (benefit), total 100,312 65,305 318,544
Provision for income tax expense 352,211 185,802 (63,924)
Income taxes paid (net of income tax refunds) $ (4,548) $ 29,044 $ 6,859
v3.22.1
Provision for Taxes (Effective income tax rate reconciliation) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent [Abstract]      
Statutory federal income tax rate 21.00% 21.00% 21.00%
Increase (Reduction) in Rate Resulting from [Abstract]      
NOL tax rate benefit 0.00% 0.00% (38.62%)
State taxes, net of federal benefit 3.24% 2.53% 0.02%
Foreign rate differential 0.05% 0.00% 0.21%
Federal tax credits 0.19% 0.99% 0.53%
Transition tax 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
Tax exempt income (0.03%) (0.08%) (0.17%)
Dividends received deduction 0.00% 0.01% 0.01%
Other (0.20%) 0.87% 1.19%
Actual tax expense of operations 23.87% 23.32% (16.91%)
v3.22.1
Provision for Taxes (Significant components of deferred tax assets and liabilities) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Deferred tax assets:    
Net operating loss and credit carry forwards $ 36,367 $ 30,432
Accrued expenses 114,152 109,740
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable, net 30,572 26,799
Operating leases, assets 15,540 19,370
Total deferred tax assets 196,631 186,341
Deferred tax liabilities:    
Property, plant and equipment 1,395,216 1,280,703
Operating leases, liabilities 15,540 19,370
Deferred policy acquisition costs 12,962 13,696
Unrealized gains 36,299 48,667
Other 1,972 2,394
Total deferred tax liabilities 1,461,989 1,364,830
Net deferred tax liability $ 1,265,358 $ 1,178,489
v3.22.1
Provision for Taxes (Reconciliation of total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits roll forward) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Excluding Amounts Pertaining to Examined Tax Returns [Roll Forward]    
Unrecognized tax benefits beginning balance $ 31,069 $ 29,632
Revaluation based on change in after tax benefit 0 0
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year 8,257 1,479
Reductions for tax positions of prior years 0 (42)
Additions for tax provisions of prior years 9,525 0
Unrecognized tax benefits ending balance $ 48,851 $ 31,069
v3.22.1
Employee Benefit Plans (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Compensation of related costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]      
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), compensation expense $ 23,000,000.0 $ 23,000,000.0 $ 10,300,000
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), cash contributions to ESOP     5,600,000
Cash contributions to ESOP non leveraged $ 23,000,000.0 $ 23,000,000.0 $ 4,000,000.0
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumed Health Care Cost Trend Rates [Abstract]      
Defined benefit plan, health care cost trend rate assumed for next fiscal year 4.90%    
Defined benefit plan, ultimate health care cost trend rate 4.00%    
Post retirement health insurance [Member]      
Deferred Compensation Arrangements [Abstract]      
Lifetime maximum benefit paid per individual $ 20,000    
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumed Health Care Cost Trend Rates [Abstract]      
Defined benefit plan, health care cost trend rate assumed for next fiscal year 5.00%    
Post retirement life insurance [Member]      
Deferred Compensation Arrangements [Abstract]      
Lifetime maximum benefit paid per individual $ 3,000    
Additional benefit requirement amount $ 100    
Defined Benefit Plan, Assumed Health Care Cost Trend Rates [Abstract]      
Defined benefit plan, ultimate health care cost trend rate 4.00%    
v3.22.1
Employee Benefit Plans (Summary of Financing Arrangements for Leveraged ESOP Debt) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Issued July, 2009 [Member]      
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]      
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), debt structure, indirect loan, amount $ 0    
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), interest payments 0 $ 0 $ 9
Issued February, 2016 [Member]      
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]      
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), debt structure, indirect loan, amount 0    
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), interest payments $ 0 $ 0 $ 229
v3.22.1
Employee Benefit Plans (Shares Held by the ESOP Plan) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Shares in ESOP [Abstract]    
Allocated shares 890 951
Unreleased shares 0 0
Fair value of unreleased shares $ 0 $ 0
Unreleased shares non-leveraged 0 0
Fair value of unreleased shares non-leveraged $ 0 $ 0
v3.22.1
Employee Benefit Plans (Components of net periodic post retirement benefit cost) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Postemployment Benefits [Abstract]      
Service cost for benefits earned during the period $ 1,401 $ 1,267 $ 1,055
Interest cost on accumulated postretirement benefit 908 919 964
Other components 212 68 90
Total other components of net periodic benefit costs 1,120 987 1,054
Net periodic postretirement benefit cost $ 2,521 $ 2,254 $ 2,109
v3.22.1
Employee Benefit Plans (Components of Postretirement Benefit Liabilities) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Defined Benefit Plan, Change in Benefit Obligation [Roll Forward]      
Beginning of year $ 30,755 $ 27,503  
Service cost for benefits earned during the period 1,401 1,267 $ 1,055
Interest cost on accumulated post retirement benefit 908 919 964
Net benefit payments and expense (1,021) (841)  
Actuarial loss (1,837) 1,907  
Accumulated postretirement benefit obligation 30,206 30,755 $ 27,503
Liabilities:      
Current liabilities 1,449 1,334  
Non-currrent liabilities 28,757 29,421  
Total post retirement benefit liability recognized in statement of financial position 30,206 30,755  
Components included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss):      
Unrecognized net loss (3,237) (5,286)  
Cumulative net periodic benefit cost (in excess of employer contribution) $ 26,969 $ 25,469  
v3.22.1
Employee Benefit Plans (Discount Rate Assumptions in Computation of Accumulated Postretirement Benefit Obligation) (Details)
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Defined Benefit Plan, Weighted Average Assumptions Used in Calculating Benefit Obligation [Abstract]      
Accumulated postretirement benefit obligation 3.76% 2.93% 3.37%
v3.22.1
Employee Benefit Plans (Future Net Benefit Payments Expected for Post Employee Benefit Obligations) (Details)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
USD ($)
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Future Benefit Payments, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]  
2022 $ 1,369
2023 1,536
2024 1,733
2025 1,950
2026 2,170
2027 through 2030 12,112
Total $ 20,870
v3.22.1
Fair Value Measurements (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]    
Fair Value Measurement With Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation Recurring Basis Asset Sales $ 0.1 $ 0.2
v3.22.1
Fair Value Measurements (Carrying and Estimated Fair Values within Fair Value Hierarchy) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Assets    
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net $ 229,343 $ 224,426
Mortgage loans, Fair Value 450,347 391,230
Other investments 120,592 98,529
Total 800,282 714,185
Liabilities    
Notes, loans and leases payable, gross 5,875,781 4,449,691
Total 5,875,781 4,449,691
Level 1 [Member]    
Assets    
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net 0 0
Mortgage loans, Fair Value 0 0
Other investments 0 0
Total 0 0
Liabilities    
Notes, loans and leases payable, gross 0 0
Total 0 0
Level 2 [Member]    
Assets    
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net 0 0
Mortgage loans, Fair Value 0 0
Other investments 0 0
Total 0 0
Liabilities    
Notes, loans and leases payable, gross 6,059,713 4,698,615
Total 6,059,713 4,698,615
Level 3 [Member]    
Assets    
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net 229,343 224,426
Mortgage loans, Fair Value 423,163 391,230
Other investments 120,592 98,529
Total 773,098 714,185
Liabilities    
Notes, loans and leases payable, gross 0 0
Total 0 0
Carrying Value    
Assets    
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net 229,343 224,426
Mortgage loans, Fair Value 423,163 391,230
Other investments 120,592 98,529
Total 773,098 714,185
Liabilities    
Notes, loans and leases payable, gross 6,059,713 4,698,615
Total $ 6,059,713 $ 4,698,615
v3.22.1
Fair Value Measurements (Financial Instruments Level within the Fair Value Hierarchy) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Assets:    
Short-term investments $ 2,482,154 $ 839,250
Fixed maturities - available for sale 2,821,092 2,653,539
Preferred stock 26,095 21,677
Common stock 46,212 20,440
Derivatives 7,474 6,601
Total 5,383,027 3,541,507
Liabilities:    
Derivatives 587 5,141
Total 587 5,141
Level 1 [Member]    
Assets:    
Short-term investments 2,482,154 839,250
Fixed maturities - available for sale 26,914 6,967
Preferred stock 26,095 21,677
Common stock 46,212 20,440
Derivatives 7,474 6,601
Total 2,588,849 894,935
Liabilities:    
Derivatives 0 0
Total 0 0
Level 2 [Member]    
Assets:    
Short-term investments 0 0
Fixed maturities - available for sale 2,794,086 2,646,415
Preferred stock 0 0
Common stock 0 0
Derivatives 0 0
Total 2,794,086 2,646,415
Liabilities:    
Derivatives 587 5,141
Total 587 5,141
Level 3 [Member]    
Assets:    
Short-term investments 0 0
Fixed maturities - available for sale 92 157
Preferred stock 0 0
Common stock 0 0
Derivatives 0 0
Total 92 157
Liabilities:    
Derivatives 0 0
Total $ 0 $ 0
v3.22.1
Reinsurance and Policy Benefits and Losses, Claims and Loss Expenses Payable (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]    
Maximum amount of life insurance retained on any one life $ 150,000  
Letters of credit held at year end from re-insurers 100,000  
Letters of credit issued at year end $ 47,400,000 $ 18,800,000
v3.22.1
Reinsurance and Policy Benefits and Losses, Claims and Loss Expenses Payable (Insurance Subsidiaries Activity) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Year ended December 31,      
Direct amount (a) - Life insurance in force $ 1,029,537 $ 1,031,634 $ 957,280
Ceded to other companies - Life insurance in force 72 73 7
Assumed from other companies - Life insurance in force 328,030 356,266 441,563
Net amount (a) - Life insurance in force $ 1,357,495 $ 1,387,827 $ 1,398,836
Percentage of amount assumed to net - Life insurance in force 24.00% 26.00% 32.00%
Direct amount (a) $ 194,849 $ 185,635 $ 189,343
Ceded to Other Companies 162 212 227
Assumed from Other Companies 6,007 6,471 8,001
Net amount (a) 200,694 191,894 197,117
Premiums earned: Life [Member]      
Year ended December 31,      
Direct amount (a) 56,353 58,048 53,289
Ceded to Other Companies 2 1 1
Assumed from Other Companies 4,514 5,049 5,629
Net amount (a) $ 60,865 $ 63,096 $ 58,917
Percentage of amount assumed to net 7.00% 8.00% 10.00%
Premiums earned: Accident and health [Member]      
Year ended December 31,      
Direct amount (a) $ 48,385 $ 57,081 $ 66,863
Ceded to Other Companies 160 211 226
Assumed from Other Companies 1,166 1,388 1,563
Net amount (a) $ 49,391 $ 58,258 $ 68,200
Percentage of amount assumed to net 2.00% 2.00% 2.00%
Premiums earned: Annuity [Member]      
Year ended December 31,      
Direct amount (a) $ 444 $ 221 $ 65
Ceded to Other Companies 0 0 0
Assumed from Other Companies 327 34 794
Net amount (a) $ 771 $ 255 $ 859
Percentage of amount assumed to net 42.00% 13.00% 92.00%
Premiums earned: Property and casualty [Member]      
Year ended December 31,      
Direct amount (a) $ 89,667 $ 70,285 $ 69,126
Ceded to Other Companies 0 0 0
Assumed from Other Companies 0 0 15
Net amount (a) $ 89,667 $ 70,285 $ 69,141
Percentage of amount assumed to net 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
v3.22.1
Reinsurance and Policy Benefits and Losses Claims and Loss Expenses Payable (Policy Benefits and Losses, Claims and Loss Expenses Payable for Property and Casualty Insurance) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Dec. 31, 2018
Reinsurance:            
Unpaid losses and loss adjustment expense   $ 159,162        
Total $ 978,254   $ 997,701      
Property and Casualty Insurance [Member]            
Reinsurance:            
Unpaid losses and loss adjustment expense   159,162   $ 177,963 $ 209,127 $ 228,970
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member]            
Reinsurance:            
Unpaid losses and loss adjustment expense   159,162   177,963    
Reinsurance losses payable   1,217   979    
Total $ 160,379 $ 160,379 $ 178,942 $ 178,942    
v3.22.1
Reinsurance and Policy Benefits and Losses, Claims, and Loss Expenses Payable (Activity in the Liability for Unpaid Losses and Loss Adjustment Expenses for Property and Casualty Insurance) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Paid related to:      
Net balance at December 31 $ 111,768    
Plus: reinsurance recoverables 47,394    
Balance at December 31 159,162    
Property and Casualty Insurance [Member]      
Liability for Unpaid Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense [Roll Forward]      
Balance at January 1 177,963 $ 209,127 $ 228,970
Less: reinsurance recoverables 64,873 87,083 94,920
Net balance at January 1 113,090 122,044 134,050
Incurred related to:      
Current year 28,980 20,670 22,137
Prior years (6,290) (3,865) (9,535)
Total incurred 22,690 16,805 12,602
Paid related to:      
Current year 11,040 7,664 7,366
Prior years 12,972 18,095 17,242
Total paid 24,012 25,759 24,608
Net balance at December 31 111,768 113,090 122,044
Plus: reinsurance recoverables 47,394 64,873 87,083
Balance at December 31 159,162 177,963 $ 209,127
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member]      
Liability for Unpaid Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense [Roll Forward]      
Balance at January 1 177,963    
Paid related to:      
Balance at December 31 $ 159,162 $ 177,963  
v3.22.1
Reinsurance and Policy Benefits and Losses, Claims, and Loss Expenses Payable (Incurred Claims Development) (Details)
$ in Thousands
Dec. 31, 2021
USD ($)
Dec. 31, 2020
USD ($)
Dec. 31, 2019
USD ($)
Dec. 31, 2018
USD ($)
Dec. 31, 2017
USD ($)
Dec. 31, 2016
USD ($)
Dec. 31, 2015
USD ($)
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported Ibnr Claims Liability Net $ 18,698            
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Number Of Reported Claims 13,729            
Accident Year 2014 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net $ 11,093 $ 11,092 $ 11,087 $ 12,464 $ 12,460 $ 12,459 $ 12,214
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported Ibnr Claims Liability Net $ 0            
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Number Of Reported Claims 11,104            
Accident Year 2015 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net $ 11,764 11,764 11,790 13,056 13,011 $ 13,297  
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported Ibnr Claims Liability Net $ 0            
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Number Of Reported Claims 11,469            
Accident Year 2016 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net $ 15,273 15,538 17,078 16,109 $ 15,748    
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported Ibnr Claims Liability Net $ 0            
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Number Of Reported Claims 12,102            
Accident Year 2017 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net $ 17,157 18,027 18,386 $ 19,580      
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported Ibnr Claims Liability Net $ 251            
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Number Of Reported Claims 11,983            
Accident Year 2018 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net $ 27,316 26,316 $ 22,138        
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported Ibnr Claims Liability Net $ 2,283            
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Number Of Reported Claims 11,746            
Accident Year 2019 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net $ 17,485 $ 20,671          
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported Ibnr Claims Liability Net $ 3,455            
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Number Of Reported Claims 11,274            
Accident Year 2020 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Incurred Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net $ 28,982            
v3.22.1
Reinsurance And Policy Benefits And Losses Claims And Loss Expenses Payable (Cumulative Paid Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net Of Reinsurance) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Dec. 31, 2018
Dec. 31, 2017
Dec. 31, 2016
Dec. 31, 2015
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Cumulative Paid Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net $ 96,255            
All outstanding liabilities before 2012, net of reinsurance 78,955            
Liabilities for claims and claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 111,768            
Accident Year 2014 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Cumulative Paid Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net 11,093 $ 11,092 $ 11,087 $ 10,343 $ 9,730 $ 9,601 $ 7,509
Accident Year 2015 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Cumulative Paid Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net 11,764 11,764 11,746 11,643 10,665 $ 7,777  
Accident Year 2016 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Cumulative Paid Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net 15,263 15,012 14,825 11,638 $ 8,970    
Accident Year 2017 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Cumulative Paid Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net 16,766 15,150 12,689 $ 8,838      
Accident Year 2018 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Cumulative Paid Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net 19,215 14,737 $ 7,366        
Accident Year 2019 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Cumulative Paid Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net 11,114 $ 7,665          
Accident Year 2020 [Member]              
Incurred claims development [Abstract]              
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Cumulative Paid Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net $ 11,040            
v3.22.1
Reinsurance And Policy Benefits And Losses Claims And Loss Expenses Payable (Total Gross Liability For Unpaid Property And Casualty Claims And Claim Adjustment Expense) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2021
Shortduration Insurance Contracts Liability For Unpaid Claims And Allocated Claim Adjustment Expense Net [Abstract]      
Liabilities for unpaid property and casualty claims and claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance   $ 111,768  
Total reinsurance recoverable on unpaid property and casualty claims $ 50,586 47,394 $ 66,386
Total gross liability for unpaid Property and Casualty claims and claim adjustment expense   $ 159,162  
v3.22.1
Reinsurance And Policy Benefits And Losses Claims And Loss Expenses Payable (Average Annual Percentage Payout Of Incurred Claims By Age Net Of Reinsurance) (Details) - Property and Casualty Insurance [Member]
Dec. 31, 2021
Average annual Percentage Payout [Abstract]  
Year 1 50.40%
Year 2 21.70%
Year 3 12.20%
Year 4 4.30%
Year 5 2.80%
Year 6 0.00%
Year 7 0.00%
v3.22.1
Leases (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Leases [Abstract]      
Right Of Use Asset Obtained In Exchange For Operating Lease Liability $ 347.4 $ 513.6  
Right Of Use Asset Obtained In Exchange For Finance Lease Liability 74.2 92.5  
Operating Cash Flows For Financing Leases 30.2 29.3 $ 25.9
Cash paid for finance leases 166.3 221.2 307.8
Cash paid for operating leases $ 3.7 $ 6.8 $ 15.4
v3.22.1
Leases (Components Right Of Use Assets) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Finance Lease [Abstract]    
Building and Improvements $ 136,444 $ 132,901
Furniture and equipment 14,731 22,316
Rental trailers and rental equipment 169,514 203,594
Rental trucks 1,114,248 1,494,098
Right Of Use Assets Gross 1,434,937 1,852,909
less: accumulated depreciation (739,731) (883,366)
Right of use assets, net 695,206 969,543
Finance Lease [Member]    
Finance Lease [Abstract]    
Building and Improvements 0 0
Furniture and equipment 14,731 22,316
Rental trailers and rental equipment 169,514 203,594
Rental trucks 1,114,248 1,494,098
Right Of Use Assets Gross 1,298,493 1,720,008
less: accumulated depreciation (677,669) (842,970)
Right of use assets, net 620,824 877,038
Operating Lease [Member]    
Finance Lease [Abstract]    
Building and Improvements 136,444 132,901
Furniture and equipment 0 0
Rental trailers and rental equipment 0 0
Rental trucks 0 0
Right Of Use Assets Gross 136,444 132,901
less: accumulated depreciation (62,062) (40,396)
Right of use assets, net $ 74,382 $ 92,505
v3.22.1
Leases (Finance Leases Weighted Average Remaining Lease Term and Discount Rate) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Finance Leases Weighted Average Remaining Lease Term And Discount Rate [Abstract]    
Remaining Lease Term Finance Lease Weighted Average 3 3
Finance Lease Weighted Average Discount Rate Percent 3.70% 3.60%
v3.22.1
Leases (Operating Leases Weighted Average Remaining Lease Term and Discount Rate) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Operating Leases Remaining Lease Term And Weighted Average Discount Rate [Abstract]    
Remaining Lease Term Operating Lease Weighted Average 16.5 14.7
Operating Lease Weighted Average Discount Rate Percent 4.60% 4.60%
v3.22.1
Leases (Components Of Lease Expense) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Lease Cost [Abstract]    
Operating Lease cost $ 30,239 $ 30,551
Finance Lease Cost [Abstract]    
Finance Lease Right Of Use Asset Amortization 115,199 150,994
Finance Lease Interest Expense 15,289 22,405
Sum of finance lease cost $ 130,488 $ 173,399
v3.22.1
Leases (Maturities Of Lease Liabilities) (Details)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
USD ($)
Finance Lease Liabilities Payments Due [Abstract]  
2022 $ 133,577
2023 111,781
2024 78,280
2025 47,064
2026 0
Thereafter 0
Total lease payments 370,702
Less: imputed interest (23,309)
Finance Lease Liability 347,393
Operating Lease Liabilities Payments Due [Abstract]  
2022 23,311
2023 21,903
2024 10,630
2025 4,162
2026 3,061
Thereafter 59,348
Total lease payments 122,415
Less: imputed interest (48,218)
Operating Lease Liability $ 74,197
v3.22.1
Related Party Transactions (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Sac Holdings, Mercury, Four Sac, Five Sac, Galaxy and Private Mini [Member]      
Property Management Fee [Abstract]      
Management fees received exclusive of reimbursed expenses $ 38.5 $ 31.2 $ 29.0
Sac Holdings, Mercury, Four Sac, Five Sac, Galaxy and Private Mini [Member] | Minimum [Member]      
Property Management Fee [Abstract]      
Management fee rate 4.00%    
Sac Holdings, Mercury, Four Sac, Five Sac, Galaxy and Private Mini [Member] | Maximum [Member]      
Property Management Fee [Abstract]      
Management fee rate 10.00%    
Sac Holdings, Four Sac, Five Sac, Galaxy, Privite mini [Member]      
Related party costs and expenses:      
Revenue, excluding dealer agreement commissions and expenses $ 28.5    
Expenses, related parties 2.4    
Cash flow, related party 25.9    
Commission expenses, generated from dealer agreement with related parties 417.9    
Payments to aquire assets, other $ 88.3    
v3.22.1
Related Party Transactions (Related Party Revenue) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Related party transactions:      
Management fees revenue $ 35,194 $ 31,603 $ 30,406
Revenue from related parties 35,194 31,603 30,406
Blackwater [Member]      
Related party transactions:      
Management fees revenue 28,546 25,512 24,014
Mercury [Member]      
Related party transactions:      
Management fees revenue $ 6,648 $ 6,091 $ 6,392
v3.22.1
Related Party Transactions (Related Party Costs and Expenses) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Related Party Cost and Expense [Abstract]      
Related party expenses, total $ 90,733 $ 71,824 $ 64,697
Blackwater [Member]      
Related Party Cost and Expense [Abstract]      
U-Haul lease expenses 2,445 2,612 2,631
U-Haul commission expenses $ 88,288 $ 69,212 $ 62,066
v3.22.1
Related Party Transactions (Related Party Assets) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Related party assets:    
U-Haul receivables $ 6,364 $ 10,247
Related party assets 47,851 35,395
Blackwater [Member]    
Related party assets:    
Notes receivable 41,364 27,116
Mercury [Member]    
Related party assets:    
Notes receivable 5,708 9,632
Insurance Subsidiaries [Member]    
Related party assets:    
Other $ 779 $ (1,353)
v3.22.1
Statutory Financial Information of Insurance Subsidiaries (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Repwest [Member]        
Statutory financial information of insurance subsidiaries:        
Statutory accounting practices, statutory amount available for dividend payments $ 26.7      
Dividend payments restrictions schedule, amounts paid 22.6 $ 21.6    
Oxford [Member]        
Statutory financial information of insurance subsidiaries:        
Statutory accounting practices, statutory amount available for dividend payments $ 23.0      
Dividend payments restrictions schedule, amounts paid   $ 18.6    
Restricted net assets, subsidiaries     $ 91.7 $ 105.4
v3.22.1
Statutory Financial Information of Insurance Subsidiaries (Net income (loss) Capital and Surplus (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Repwest [Member]      
Statutory financial information of insurance subsidiaries:      
Audit statutory net income (loss) $ 33,314 $ 22,898 $ 28,614
Audited statutory capital and surplus 266,875 227,380 226,999
ARCOA [Member]      
Statutory financial information of insurance subsidiaries:      
Audit statutory net income (loss) (752) 2,438 2,906
Audited statutory capital and surplus 14,697 15,928 12,851
Oxford [Member]      
Statutory financial information of insurance subsidiaries:      
Audit statutory net income (loss) 23,217 6,296 18,599
Audited statutory capital and surplus 230,202 218,301 223,264
CFLIC [Member]      
Statutory financial information of insurance subsidiaries:      
Audit statutory net income (loss) 6,019 8,082 8,043
Audited statutory capital and surplus 17,098 25,980 26,305
NAI [Member]      
Statutory financial information of insurance subsidiaries:      
Audit statutory net income (loss) 1,874 2,127 1,942
Audited statutory capital and surplus $ 7,961 $ 13,980 $ 13,371
v3.22.1
Financial Information by Geographic Area (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Fiscal year ended:      
Total revenues $ 5,739,747 $ 4,541,985 $ 3,978,868
Depreciation and amortization, net of (gains) losses on disposals 512,486 641,504 667,524
Interest expense 167,424 163,502 160,950
Pretax earnings 1,475,497 796,658 378,124
Income tax expense 352,211 185,802 (63,924)
Identifiable assets 17,299,581 14,651,606 13,438,024
United States [Member]      
Fiscal year ended:      
Total revenues 5,452,027 4,334,083 3,797,849
Depreciation and amortization, net of (gains) losses on disposals 509,517 631,344 652,110
Interest expense 163,586 160,429 157,595
Pretax earnings 1,431,155 773,030 372,687
Income tax expense 342,213 180,845 (65,842)
Identifiable assets 16,776,070 14,212,978 13,016,942
Canada [Member]      
Fiscal year ended:      
Total revenues 287,720 207,902 181,019
Depreciation and amortization, net of (gains) losses on disposals 2,969 10,160 15,414
Interest expense 3,838 3,073 3,355
Pretax earnings 44,342 23,628 5,437
Income tax expense 9,998 4,957 1,918
Identifiable assets $ 523,511 $ 438,628 $ 421,082
v3.22.1
Consolidating financial information by industry segment (Balance Sheets) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Mar. 31, 2020
Mar. 31, 2019
ASSETS:            
Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,704,137   $ 1,194,012   $ 494,352 $ 673,701
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net 229,343   224,426      
Inventories, net 158,888   105,577      
Prepaid expenses 236,915   469,144      
Investments, fixed maturities and marketable equities 2,893,399   2,695,656      
Investments, other 543,755   489,759      
Deferred policy acquisition costs, net 103,828   89,749      
Other assets 60,409   47,730      
Right of use assets, financing, net 620,824   877,038      
Right of use assets, operating 74,382   92,505      
Related party assets 47,851   35,395      
Subtotal assets 7,673,731   6,320,991      
Investments in subsidiaries 0   0      
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Land 1,283,142   1,075,813      
Buildings and improvements 5,974,639   5,163,705      
Furniture and equipment 846,132   786,505      
Property, plant and equipment (gross) 13,358,406   11,413,668      
Less: Accumulated depreciation (3,732,556)   (3,083,053)      
Total property, plant and equipment 9,625,850   8,330,615      
Total assets 17,299,581   14,651,606   13,438,024  
Liabilities:            
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 677,785   645,575      
Notes, loans and leases payable 6,022,497   4,668,907      
Operating lease liabilities 74,197   92,510      
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable 978,254   997,701      
Liabilities from investment contracts 2,336,238   2,161,530      
Other policyholders' funds and liabilities 10,812   12,420      
Deferred income 49,157   42,592      
Deferred income taxes 1,265,358   1,178,489      
Related party liabilities 0   0      
Total liabilities 11,414,298   9,799,724      
Stockholders' equity:            
Additional paid-in capital 453,819   453,819      
Accumulated other comprehensive loss 46,384   106,857      
Retained earnings 6,052,233   4,958,359      
Total stockholders' equity 5,885,283   4,851,882      
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity 17,299,581   14,651,606      
Rental Trailers and Other Rental Equipment [Member]            
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Property subject to or available for operating lease, gross 615,679   477,921      
Rental Trucks [Member]            
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Property subject to or available for operating lease, gross 4,638,814   3,909,724      
Series A Preferred Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Preferred stock, value, issued 0   0      
Series B Preferred Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Preferred stock, value, issued 0   0      
Series A Common Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Common stock, value, issued 0   0      
Amerco Common Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Common stock, value, issued 10,497   10,497      
Common Stock in Treasury [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Treasury stock, value (525,653)   (525,653)      
Preferred Stock in Treasury [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Treasury stock, value (151,997)   (151,997)      
Operating Segments [Member] | Moving and Storage Consolidations [Member]            
ASSETS:            
Cash and cash equivalents 2,643,213   1,010,275   459,078 643,918
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net 142,895   118,741      
Inventories, net 158,888   105,577      
Prepaid expenses 236,915   469,144      
Investments, fixed maturities and marketable equities 0   0      
Investments, other 20,653   20,733      
Deferred policy acquisition costs, net 0   0      
Other assets 57,305   44,763      
Right of use assets, financing, net 620,824   877,038      
Right of use assets, operating 74,190   92,245      
Related party assets 64,611   54,042      
Subtotal assets 4,019,494   2,792,558      
Investments in subsidiaries 737,073   741,860      
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Land 1,283,142   1,075,813      
Buildings and improvements 5,974,639   5,163,705      
Furniture and equipment 846,132   786,505      
Property, plant and equipment (gross) 13,358,406   11,413,668      
Less: Accumulated depreciation (3,732,556)   (3,083,053)      
Total property, plant and equipment 9,625,850   8,330,615      
Total assets 14,382,417   11,865,033      
Liabilities:            
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 663,482   636,257      
Notes, loans and leases payable 6,022,497   4,657,720      
Operating lease liabilities 73,998   92,236      
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable 418,890   427,073      
Liabilities from investment contracts 0   0      
Other policyholders' funds and liabilities 0   0      
Deferred income 49,157   42,592      
Deferred income taxes 1,244,639   1,136,149      
Related party liabilities 25,668   25,413      
Total liabilities 8,498,331   7,017,440      
Stockholders' equity:            
Additional paid-in capital 454,029   454,029      
Accumulated other comprehensive loss 45,187   102,568      
Retained earnings 6,052,023   4,958,149      
Total stockholders' equity 5,884,086   4,847,593      
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity 14,382,417   11,865,033      
Operating Segments [Member] | Moving and Storage Consolidations [Member] | Rental Trailers and Other Rental Equipment [Member]            
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Property subject to or available for operating lease, gross 615,679   477,921      
Operating Segments [Member] | Moving and Storage Consolidations [Member] | Rental Trucks [Member]            
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Property subject to or available for operating lease, gross 4,638,814   3,909,724      
Operating Segments [Member] | Moving and Storage Consolidations [Member] | Series A Preferred Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Preferred stock, value, issued 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Moving and Storage Consolidations [Member] | Series B Preferred Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Preferred stock, value, issued 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Moving and Storage Consolidations [Member] | Series A Common Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Common stock, value, issued 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Moving and Storage Consolidations [Member] | Amerco Common Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Common stock, value, issued 10,497   10,497      
Operating Segments [Member] | Moving and Storage Consolidations [Member] | Common Stock in Treasury [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Treasury stock, value (525,653)   (525,653)      
Operating Segments [Member] | Moving and Storage Consolidations [Member] | Preferred Stock in Treasury [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Treasury stock, value (151,997)   (151,997)      
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member]            
ASSETS:            
Cash and cash equivalents 10,800   5,658   4,794 5,757
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net 50,235   67,069      
Inventories, net 0   0      
Prepaid expenses 0   0      
Investments, fixed maturities and marketable equities 297,488   295,753      
Investments, other 114,269   90,412      
Deferred policy acquisition costs, net 0   0      
Other assets 371   436      
Right of use assets, financing, net 0   0      
Right of use assets, operating 93   92      
Related party assets 6,713   6,854      
Subtotal assets 479,969   466,274      
Investments in subsidiaries 0   0      
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Land 0   0      
Buildings and improvements 0   0      
Furniture and equipment 0   0      
Property, plant and equipment (gross) 0   0      
Less: Accumulated depreciation 0   0      
Total property, plant and equipment 0   0      
Total assets 479,969   466,274      
Liabilities:            
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 3,849   2,029      
Notes, loans and leases payable 0   0      
Operating lease liabilities 93   96      
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable 160,379 $ 160,379 178,942 $ 178,942    
Liabilities from investment contracts 0   0      
Other policyholders' funds and liabilities 3,521   3,698      
Deferred income 0   0      
Deferred income taxes 12,803   13,046      
Related party liabilities 3,196   5,821      
Total liabilities 183,841   203,632      
Stockholders' equity:            
Additional paid-in capital 91,120   91,120      
Accumulated other comprehensive loss 16,630   22,546      
Retained earnings 185,077   145,675      
Total stockholders' equity 296,128   262,642      
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity 479,969   466,274      
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member] | Rental Trailers and Other Rental Equipment [Member]            
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Property subject to or available for operating lease, gross 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member] | Rental Trucks [Member]            
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Property subject to or available for operating lease, gross 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member] | Series A Preferred Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Preferred stock, value, issued 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member] | Series B Preferred Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Preferred stock, value, issued 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member] | Series A Common Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Common stock, value, issued 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member] | Amerco Common Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Common stock, value, issued 3,301   3,301      
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member] | Common Stock in Treasury [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Treasury stock, value 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member] | Preferred Stock in Treasury [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Treasury stock, value 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Life Insurance [Member]            
ASSETS:            
Cash and cash equivalents 50,124   178,079   30,480 24,026
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net 36,213   38,616      
Inventories, net 0   0      
Prepaid expenses 0   0      
Investments, fixed maturities and marketable equities 2,595,911   2,399,903      
Investments, other 408,833   378,614      
Deferred policy acquisition costs, net 103,828   89,749      
Other assets 2,733   2,531      
Right of use assets, financing, net 0   0      
Right of use assets, operating 99   168      
Related party assets 16,911   13,850      
Subtotal assets 3,214,652   3,101,510      
Investments in subsidiaries 0   0      
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Land 0   0      
Buildings and improvements 0   0      
Furniture and equipment 0   0      
Property, plant and equipment (gross) 0   0      
Less: Accumulated depreciation 0   0      
Total property, plant and equipment 0   0      
Total assets 3,214,652   3,101,510      
Liabilities:            
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 10,454   7,289      
Notes, loans and leases payable 0   11,187      
Operating lease liabilities 106   178      
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable 398,985   391,686      
Liabilities from investment contracts 2,336,238   2,161,530      
Other policyholders' funds and liabilities 7,291   8,722      
Deferred income 0   0      
Deferred income taxes 7,916   29,294      
Related party liabilities 12,717   12,406      
Total liabilities 2,773,707   2,622,292      
Stockholders' equity:            
Additional paid-in capital 26,271   26,271      
Accumulated other comprehensive loss 87,200   140,817      
Retained earnings 324,974   309,630      
Total stockholders' equity 440,945   479,218      
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity 3,214,652   3,101,510      
Operating Segments [Member] | Life Insurance [Member] | Rental Trailers and Other Rental Equipment [Member]            
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Property subject to or available for operating lease, gross 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Life Insurance [Member] | Rental Trucks [Member]            
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Property subject to or available for operating lease, gross 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Life Insurance [Member] | Series A Preferred Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Preferred stock, value, issued 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Life Insurance [Member] | Series B Preferred Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Preferred stock, value, issued 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Life Insurance [Member] | Series A Common Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Common stock, value, issued 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Life Insurance [Member] | Amerco Common Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Common stock, value, issued 2,500   2,500      
Operating Segments [Member] | Life Insurance [Member] | Common Stock in Treasury [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Treasury stock, value 0   0      
Operating Segments [Member] | Life Insurance [Member] | Preferred Stock in Treasury [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Treasury stock, value 0   0      
Eliminations [Member]            
ASSETS:            
Cash and cash equivalents 0   0   $ 0 $ 0
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables, net 0   0      
Inventories, net 0   0      
Prepaid expenses 0   0      
Investments, fixed maturities and marketable equities 0   0      
Investments, other 0   0      
Deferred policy acquisition costs, net 0   0      
Other assets 0   0      
Right of use assets, financing, net 0   0      
Right of use assets, operating 0   0      
Related party assets (40,384)   (39,351)      
Subtotal assets (40,384)   (39,351)      
Investments in subsidiaries (737,073)   (741,860)      
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Land 0   0      
Buildings and improvements 0   0      
Furniture and equipment 0   0      
Property, plant and equipment (gross) 0   0      
Less: Accumulated depreciation 0   0      
Total property, plant and equipment 0   0      
Total assets (777,457)   (781,211)      
Liabilities:            
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 0   0      
Notes, loans and leases payable 0   0      
Operating lease liabilities 0   0      
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable 0   0      
Liabilities from investment contracts 0   0      
Other policyholders' funds and liabilities 0   0      
Deferred income 0   0      
Deferred income taxes 0   0      
Related party liabilities (41,581)   (43,640)      
Total liabilities (41,581)   (43,640)      
Stockholders' equity:            
Additional paid-in capital (117,601)   (117,601)      
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (102,633)   (159,074)      
Retained earnings (509,841)   (455,095)      
Total stockholders' equity (735,876)   (737,571)      
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity (777,457)   (781,211)      
Eliminations [Member] | Rental Trailers and Other Rental Equipment [Member]            
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Property subject to or available for operating lease, gross 0   0      
Eliminations [Member] | Rental Trucks [Member]            
Property, plant and equipment, at cost:            
Property subject to or available for operating lease, gross 0   0      
Eliminations [Member] | Series A Preferred Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Preferred stock, value, issued 0   0      
Eliminations [Member] | Series B Preferred Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Preferred stock, value, issued 0   0      
Eliminations [Member] | Series A Common Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Common stock, value, issued 0   0      
Eliminations [Member] | Amerco Common Stock [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Common stock, value, issued (5,801)   (5,801)      
Eliminations [Member] | Common Stock in Treasury [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Treasury stock, value 0   0      
Eliminations [Member] | Preferred Stock in Treasury [Member]            
Stockholders' equity:            
Treasury stock, value $ 0   $ 0      
v3.22.1
Consolidating financial information by industry segment (Statement of Operations) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Revenues:      
Self-moving equipment rentals $ 3,958,807 $ 3,083,317 $ 2,692,413
Self-storage revenues 617,120 477,262 418,741
Self-moving and self-storage products and service sales 351,447 344,929 265,091
Property management fees 35,194 31,603 30,406
Life insurance premiums 111,027 121,609 127,976
Property and casualty insurance premiums 86,518 68,779 66,053
Net investment and interest income 148,261 122,938 137,829
Other revenue 431,373 291,548 240,359
Total revenues 5,739,747 4,541,985 3,978,868
Costs and expenses:      
Operating expenses 2,676,541 2,187,684 2,117,148
Commission expenses 429,581 329,609 288,332
Cost of sales 259,585 214,059 164,018
Benefits and losses 186,647 179,512 174,836
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 33,854 28,293 31,219
Lease expense 29,910 28,470 26,882
Depreciation, net of (gains) losses on disposals 482,752 609,930 637,063
Net gains on disposal of real estate (4,120) 3,281 (758)
Total costs and expenses 4,094,750 3,580,838 3,438,740
Earnings from operations before equity in earnings of subsidiaries 1,644,997 961,147 540,128
Equity in earnings of subsidiaries 0 0 0
Earnings from operations 1,644,997 961,147 540,128
Other components of net periodic benefit costs (1,120) (987) (1,054)
Interest expense (167,424) (163,502) (160,950)
Fees and amortization on early extinguishment of debt (956) 0 0
Pretax earnings 1,475,497 796,658 378,124
Income tax expense (352,211) (185,802) 63,924
Earnings available to common shareholders 1,123,286 610,856 442,048
Operating Segments [Member] | Moving and Storage Consolidations [Member]      
Revenues:      
Self-moving equipment rentals 3,963,535 3,086,824 2,696,516
Self-storage revenues 617,120 477,262 418,741
Self-moving and self-storage products and service sales 351,447 344,929 265,091
Property management fees 35,194 31,603 30,406
Life insurance premiums 0 0 0
Property and casualty insurance premiums 0 0 0
Net investment and interest income 3,135 2,259 10,593
Other revenue 427,836 288,797 236,419
Total revenues 5,398,267 4,231,674 3,657,766
Costs and expenses:      
Operating expenses 2,621,270 2,137,381 2,069,655
Commission expenses 429,581 329,609 288,332
Cost of sales 259,585 214,059 164,018
Benefits and losses 0 0 0
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 0 0 0
Lease expense 31,973 30,551 27,494
Depreciation, net of (gains) losses on disposals 482,752 609,930 637,063
Net gains on disposal of real estate (4,120) 3,281 (758)
Total costs and expenses 3,821,041 3,324,811 3,185,804
Earnings from operations before equity in earnings of subsidiaries 1,577,226 906,863 471,962
Equity in earnings of subsidiaries 54,746 44,441 55,789
Earnings from operations 1,631,972 951,304 527,751
Other components of net periodic benefit costs (1,120) (987) (1,054)
Interest expense (168,491) (164,592) (162,062)
Fees and amortization on early extinguishment of debt (956)    
Pretax earnings 1,461,405 785,725 364,635
Income tax expense (338,119) (174,869) 77,413
Earnings available to common shareholders 1,123,286 610,856 442,048
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member]      
Revenues:      
Self-moving equipment rentals 0 0 0
Self-storage revenues 0 0 0
Self-moving and self-storage products and service sales 0 0 0
Property management fees 0 0 0
Life insurance premiums 0 0 0
Property and casualty insurance premiums 89,667 70,285 69,141
Net investment and interest income 25,376 16,452 19,923
Other revenue 0 0 0
Total revenues 115,043 86,737 89,064
Costs and expenses:      
Operating expenses 42,456 35,450 33,770
Commission expenses 0 0 0
Cost of sales 0 0 0
Benefits and losses 22,448 18,558 12,410
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 0 0 0
Lease expense 359 231 0
Depreciation, net of (gains) losses on disposals 0 0 0
Net gains on disposal of real estate 0 0 0
Total costs and expenses 65,263 54,239 46,180
Earnings from operations before equity in earnings of subsidiaries 49,780 32,498 42,884
Equity in earnings of subsidiaries 0 0 0
Earnings from operations 49,780 32,498 42,884
Other components of net periodic benefit costs 0 0 0
Interest expense 0 0 0
Fees and amortization on early extinguishment of debt 0    
Pretax earnings 49,780 32,498 42,884
Income tax expense (10,378) (6,778) (8,956)
Earnings available to common shareholders 39,402 25,720 33,928
Operating Segments [Member] | Life Insurance [Member]      
Revenues:      
Self-moving equipment rentals 0 0 0
Self-storage revenues 0 0 0
Self-moving and self-storage products and service sales 0 0 0
Property management fees 0 0 0
Life insurance premiums 111,027 121,609 127,976
Property and casualty insurance premiums 0 0 0
Net investment and interest income 123,809 107,745 109,018
Other revenue 3,976 3,280 4,470
Total revenues 238,812 232,634 241,464
Costs and expenses:      
Operating expenses 21,112 20,376 21,425
Commission expenses 0 0 0
Cost of sales 0 0 0
Benefits and losses 164,199 160,954 162,426
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 33,854 28,293 31,219
Lease expense 109 135 0
Depreciation, net of (gains) losses on disposals 0 0 0
Net gains on disposal of real estate 0 0 0
Total costs and expenses 219,274 209,758 215,070
Earnings from operations before equity in earnings of subsidiaries 19,538 22,876 26,394
Equity in earnings of subsidiaries 0 0 0
Earnings from operations 19,538 22,876 26,394
Other components of net periodic benefit costs 0 0 0
Interest expense (480) 0 0
Fees and amortization on early extinguishment of debt 0    
Pretax earnings 19,058 22,876 26,394
Income tax expense (3,714) (4,155) (4,533)
Earnings available to common shareholders 15,344 18,721 21,861
Eliminations [Member]      
Revenues:      
Self-moving equipment rentals (4,728) (3,507) (4,103)
Self-storage revenues 0 0 0
Self-moving and self-storage products and service sales 0 0 0
Property management fees 0 0 0
Life insurance premiums 0 0 0
Property and casualty insurance premiums (3,149) (1,506) (3,088)
Net investment and interest income (4,059) (3,518) (1,705)
Other revenue (439) (529) (530)
Total revenues (12,375) (9,060) (9,426)
Costs and expenses:      
Operating expenses (8,297) (5,523) (7,702)
Commission expenses 0 0 0
Cost of sales 0 0 0
Benefits and losses 0 0 0
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 0 0 0
Lease expense (2,531) (2,447) (612)
Depreciation, net of (gains) losses on disposals 0 0 0
Net gains on disposal of real estate 0 0 0
Total costs and expenses (10,828) (7,970) (8,314)
Earnings from operations before equity in earnings of subsidiaries (1,547) (1,090) (1,112)
Equity in earnings of subsidiaries (54,746) (44,441) (55,789)
Earnings from operations (56,293) (45,531) (56,901)
Other components of net periodic benefit costs 0 0 0
Interest expense 1,547 1,090 1,112
Fees and amortization on early extinguishment of debt 0    
Pretax earnings (54,746) (44,441) (55,789)
Income tax expense 0 0 0
Earnings available to common shareholders $ (54,746) $ (44,441) $ (55,789)
v3.22.1
Consolidating financial information by industry segment (Cash Flow Statements) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Cash flow from operating activities:      
Net earnings $ 1,123,286 $ 610,856 $ 442,048
Earnings from consolidated subsidiaries 0 0 0
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:      
Depreciation 696,955 664,001 664,120
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 33,854 28,293 31,219
Amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts related to investments, inc 19,749 14,229 13,317
Amortization of debt issuance costs 5,659 5,948 4,426
Interest credited to policyholders 64,692 55,321 51,857
Change in allowance for losses on trade receivables 4,227 1,206 (14)
Change in allowance for inventory reserves 15,235 1,298 640
Net gains on disposal of personal property (214,203) (54,071) (27,057)
Net gains on disposal of real estate (4,120) 3,281 (758)
Net gains on sales of investments (11,872) (10,058) (13,596)
Net (gains) losses on equity investments (7,837) (394) (3,783)
Deferred income taxes 101,091 68,411 317,893
Net change in other operating assets and liabilities:      
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables (9,187) (39,516) 38,129
Inventories and parts (68,536) (5,775) 1,776
Prepaid expenses 232,342 94,359 (391,120)
Capitalization of deferred policy acquisition costs (32,626) (36,162) (24,447)
Other assets (2,706) 29,865 (1,295)
Related party assets (10,357) (487) (5,645)
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 28,752 92,925 (4,530)
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable (19,692) (1,992) (12,618)
Other policyholders' funds and liabilities (1,608) 2,230 (4,857)
Deferred income 5,216 11,567 (1,818)
Related party liabilities (2,079) 60 1,626
Net cash provided by operating activities 1,946,235 1,535,395 1,075,513
Cash flow from investing activities:      
Escrow deposits (9,328) (5,221) 6,617
Purchase of:      
Property, plant and equipment (2,136,537) (1,441,475) (2,309,406)
Short term investments (74,418) (69,929) (61,226)
Fixed maturities investments (627,326) (606,233) (379,349)
Equity securities (19,299) (962) (83)
Preferred stock (8,000) (16,144) 0
Real estate (261) (622) (4,286)
Mortgage loans (158,147) (158,071) (62,016)
Proceeds from sale and paydowns of:      
Property, plant and equipment 623,235 537,484 687,375
Short term investments 51,591 69,718 59,056
Fixed maturities investments 360,937 529,239 268,636
Equity securities 2,046 207 185
Preferred stock 2,000 2,700 2,375
Real estate 113 255 311
Mortgage loans 126,218 29,525 25,162
Net cash used by investing activities (1,867,176) (1,129,529) (1,766,649)
Cash flow from financing activities:      
Borrowings from credit facilities 1,969,474 922,008 1,121,412
Principal repayments on credit facilities (437,506) (662,588) (349,986)
Debt issuance costs (13,156) (5,793) (5,332)
Capital lease payments (166,262) (221,247) (307,782)
Employee stock ownership plan value 0 0 (206)
Common stock dividends paid (29,412) (49,019) (29,404)
Net contribution from (to) related party   0 0
Investment contract deposits 347,520 517,856 234,640
Investment contract withdrawals (237,503) (213,864) (151,022)
Net cash provided by financing activities 1,433,155 287,353 512,320
Effects of exchange rate on cash (2,089) 6,441 (533)
Increase (decrease) cash and cash equivalents 1,510,125 699,660 (179,349)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of period 1,194,012 494,352 673,701
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period 2,704,137 1,194,012 494,352
Operating Segments [Member] | Moving and Storage Consolidations [Member]      
Cash flow from operating activities:      
Net earnings 1,123,286 610,856 442,048
Earnings from consolidated subsidiaries (54,746) (44,441) (55,789)
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:      
Depreciation 696,955 664,001 664,120
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 0 0 0
Amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts related to investments, inc 0 0 0
Amortization of debt issuance costs 5,659 5,948 4,426
Interest credited to policyholders 0 0 0
Change in allowance for losses on trade receivables 4,689 1,424 (14)
Change in allowance for inventory reserves 15,235 1,298 640
Net gains on disposal of personal property (214,203) (54,071) (27,057)
Net gains on disposal of real estate (4,120) 3,281 (758)
Net gains on sales of investments 0 0 0
Net (gains) losses on equity investments 0 0 0
Deferred income taxes 106,869 72,407 323,980
Net change in other operating assets and liabilities:      
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables (28,776) (60,806) 30,771
Inventories and parts (68,536) (5,775) 1,776
Prepaid expenses 232,342 94,359 (391,120)
Capitalization of deferred policy acquisition costs 0 0 0
Other assets (2,919) 29,879 (3,099)
Related party assets (10,517) (12,790) (5,106)
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 23,839 96,309 (4,428)
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable (8,428) 14,919 3,092
Other policyholders' funds and liabilities 0 0 0
Deferred income 6,368 10,959 (1,818)
Related party liabilities 255 1,136 (1,170)
Net cash provided by operating activities 1,823,252 1,428,893 980,494
Cash flow from investing activities:      
Escrow deposits (9,328) (5,221) 6,617
Purchase of:      
Property, plant and equipment (2,136,537) (1,441,475) (2,309,406)
Short term investments 0 0 0
Fixed maturities investments 0 0 0
Equity securities 0 0 0
Preferred stock 0 0  
Real estate (33) 0 0
Mortgage loans 0 0 0
Proceeds from sale and paydowns of:      
Property, plant and equipment 623,235 537,484 687,375
Short term investments 0 0 0
Fixed maturities investments 0 0 0
Equity securities 0 0 0
Preferred stock 0 0 0
Real estate 113 255 311
Mortgage loans 0 0 0
Net cash used by investing activities (1,522,550) (908,957) (1,615,103)
Cash flow from financing activities:      
Borrowings from credit facilities 1,969,474 912,408 1,118,912
Principal repayments on credit facilities (426,319) (652,728) (347,486)
Debt issuance costs (13,156) (5,793) (5,332)
Capital lease payments (166,262) (221,247) (307,782)
Employee stock ownership plan value     (206)
Common stock dividends paid (29,412) (49,019) (29,404)
Net contribution from (to) related party   41,199 21,600
Investment contract deposits 0 0 0
Investment contract withdrawals 0 0 0
Net cash provided by financing activities 1,334,325 24,820 450,302
Effects of exchange rate on cash (2,089) 6,441 (533)
Increase (decrease) cash and cash equivalents 1,632,938 551,197 (184,840)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of period 1,010,275 459,078 643,918
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period 2,643,213 1,010,275 459,078
Operating Segments [Member] | Property and Casualty Insurance [Member]      
Cash flow from operating activities:      
Net earnings 39,402 25,720 33,928
Earnings from consolidated subsidiaries 0 0 0
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:      
Depreciation 0 0 0
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 0 0 0
Amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts related to investments, inc 1,638 1,578 1,469
Amortization of debt issuance costs 0 0 0
Interest credited to policyholders 0 0 0
Change in allowance for losses on trade receivables (456) (217) 0
Change in allowance for inventory reserves 0 0 0
Net gains on disposal of personal property 0 0 0
Net gains on disposal of real estate 0 0 0
Net gains on sales of investments (991) (158) (355)
Net (gains) losses on equity investments (7,837) (394) (3,783)
Deferred income taxes 1,347 459 (2,847)
Net change in other operating assets and liabilities:      
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables 17,180 27,302 8,127
Inventories and parts 0 0 0
Prepaid expenses 0 0 0
Capitalization of deferred policy acquisition costs 0 0 0
Other assets 346 537 2,098
Related party assets 160 303 (539)
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 1,821 (3,497) 2,688
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable (18,563) (31,398) (19,618)
Other policyholders' funds and liabilities (177) (2,053) 491
Deferred income 0 0 0
Related party liabilities (2,644) 1,187 819
Net cash provided by operating activities 31,226 19,369 22,478
Cash flow from investing activities:      
Escrow deposits 0 0 0
Purchase of:      
Property, plant and equipment 0 0 0
Short term investments (74,418) (69,929) (60,590)
Fixed maturities investments (10,248) (18,823) (13,001)
Equity securities (17,919) 0 0
Preferred stock 0 0  
Real estate (59) 0 (328)
Mortgage loans (24,032) (18,035) (18,050)
Proceeds from sale and paydowns of:      
Property, plant and equipment 0 0 0
Short term investments 50,737 69,669 59,056
Fixed maturities investments 24,201 20,854 25,386
Equity securities 20 0 185
Preferred stock 2,000 2,700 1,375
Real estate 0 0 0
Mortgage loans 23,634 17,659 4,126
Net cash used by investing activities (26,084) 4,095 (1,841)
Cash flow from financing activities:      
Borrowings from credit facilities 0 0 0
Principal repayments on credit facilities 0 0 0
Debt issuance costs 0 0 0
Capital lease payments 0 0 0
Employee stock ownership plan value     0
Common stock dividends paid 0 0 0
Net contribution from (to) related party   (22,600) (21,600)
Investment contract deposits 0 0 0
Investment contract withdrawals 0 0 0
Net cash provided by financing activities 0 (22,600) (21,600)
Effects of exchange rate on cash 0 0 0
Increase (decrease) cash and cash equivalents 5,142 864 (963)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of period 5,658 4,794 5,757
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period 10,800 5,658 4,794
Operating Segments [Member] | Life Insurance [Member]      
Cash flow from operating activities:      
Net earnings 15,344 18,721 21,861
Earnings from consolidated subsidiaries 0 0 0
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:      
Depreciation 0 0 0
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 33,854 28,293 31,219
Amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts related to investments, inc 18,111 12,651 11,848
Amortization of debt issuance costs 0 0 0
Interest credited to policyholders 64,692 55,321 51,857
Change in allowance for losses on trade receivables (6) (1) 0
Change in allowance for inventory reserves 0 0 0
Net gains on disposal of personal property 0 0 0
Net gains on disposal of real estate 0 0 0
Net gains on sales of investments (10,881) (9,900) (13,241)
Net (gains) losses on equity investments 0 0 0
Deferred income taxes (7,125) (4,455) (3,240)
Net change in other operating assets and liabilities:      
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables 2,409 (6,012) (769)
Inventories and parts 0 0 0
Prepaid expenses 0 0 0
Capitalization of deferred policy acquisition costs (32,626) (36,162) (24,447)
Other assets (133) (551) (294)
Related party assets 0 0 0
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 3,092 113 (2,790)
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable 7,299 14,487 3,908
Other policyholders' funds and liabilities (1,431) 4,283 (5,348)
Deferred income (1,152) 608 0
Related party liabilities 310 9,737 1,977
Net cash provided by operating activities 91,757 87,133 72,541
Cash flow from investing activities:      
Escrow deposits 0 0 0
Purchase of:      
Property, plant and equipment 0 0 0
Short term investments 0 0 (636)
Fixed maturities investments (617,078) (587,410) (366,348)
Equity securities (1,380) (962) (83)
Preferred stock (8,000) (16,144)  
Real estate (169) (622) (3,958)
Mortgage loans (134,115) (140,036) (43,966)
Proceeds from sale and paydowns of:      
Property, plant and equipment 0 0 0
Short term investments 854 49 0
Fixed maturities investments 336,736 508,385 243,250
Equity securities 2,026 207 0
Preferred stock 0 0 1,000
Real estate 0 0 0
Mortgage loans 102,584 11,866 21,036
Net cash used by investing activities (318,542) (224,667) (149,705)
Cash flow from financing activities:      
Borrowings from credit facilities 0 9,600 2,500
Principal repayments on credit facilities (11,187) (9,860) (2,500)
Debt issuance costs 0 0 0
Capital lease payments 0 0 0
Employee stock ownership plan value     0
Common stock dividends paid 0 0 0
Net contribution from (to) related party   (18,599) 0
Investment contract deposits 347,520 517,856 234,640
Investment contract withdrawals (237,503) (213,864) (151,022)
Net cash provided by financing activities 98,830 285,133 83,618
Effects of exchange rate on cash 0 0 0
Increase (decrease) cash and cash equivalents (127,955) 147,599 6,454
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of period 178,079 30,480 24,026
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period 50,124 178,079 30,480
Eliminations [Member]      
Cash flow from operating activities:      
Net earnings (54,746) (44,441) (55,789)
Earnings from consolidated subsidiaries 54,746 44,441 55,789
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:      
Depreciation 0 0 0
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 0 0 0
Amortization of premiums and accretion of discounts related to investments, inc 0 0 0
Amortization of debt issuance costs 0 0 0
Interest credited to policyholders 0 0 0
Change in allowance for losses on trade receivables 0 0 0
Change in allowance for inventory reserves 0 0 0
Net gains on disposal of personal property 0 0 0
Net gains on disposal of real estate 0 0 0
Net gains on sales of investments 0 0 0
Net (gains) losses on equity investments 0 0 0
Deferred income taxes 0 0 0
Net change in other operating assets and liabilities:      
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables 0 0 0
Inventories and parts 0 0 0
Prepaid expenses 0 0 0
Capitalization of deferred policy acquisition costs 0 0 0
Other assets 0 0 0
Related party assets 0 12,000 0
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 0 0 0
Policy benefits and losses, claims and loss expenses payable 0 0 0
Other policyholders' funds and liabilities 0 0 0
Deferred income 0 0 0
Related party liabilities 0 (12,000) 0
Net cash provided by operating activities 0 0 0
Cash flow from investing activities:      
Escrow deposits 0 0 0
Purchase of:      
Property, plant and equipment 0 0 0
Short term investments 0 0 0
Fixed maturities investments 0 0 0
Equity securities 0 0 0
Preferred stock 0 0  
Real estate 0 0 0
Mortgage loans 0 0 0
Proceeds from sale and paydowns of:      
Property, plant and equipment 0 0 0
Short term investments 0 0 0
Fixed maturities investments 0 0 0
Equity securities 0 0 0
Preferred stock 0 0 0
Real estate 0 0 0
Mortgage loans 0 0 0
Net cash used by investing activities 0 0 0
Cash flow from financing activities:      
Borrowings from credit facilities 0 0 0
Principal repayments on credit facilities 0 0 0
Debt issuance costs 0 0 0
Capital lease payments 0 0 0
Employee stock ownership plan value     0
Common stock dividends paid 0 0 0
Net contribution from (to) related party   0 0
Investment contract deposits 0 0 0
Investment contract withdrawals 0 0 0
Net cash provided by financing activities 0 0 0
Effects of exchange rate on cash 0 0 0
Increase (decrease) cash and cash equivalents 0 0 0
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of period 0 0 0
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
v3.22.1
Revenue Recognition (Revenue Over Time) (Details)
$ in Thousands
Mar. 31, 2022
USD ($)
Contract With Customer Liability [Abstract]  
2022 $ 22,081
2023 11,063
2024 8,180
2025 6,381
2026 5,254
Thereafter 43,931
Self Moving Equipment  
Contract With Customer Liability [Abstract]  
2022 5,537
2023 0
2024 0
2025 0
2026 0
Thereafter 0
Property Lease Revenue  
Contract With Customer Liability [Abstract]  
2022 16,544
2023 11,063
2024 8,180
2025 6,381
2026 5,254
Thereafter $ 43,931
v3.22.1
Revenue Recognition (Revenue disaggregated by timing of revenue recognition) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Revenue From Contract With Customer [Abstract]      
Revenues recognized over time $ 284,401 $ 182,278 $ 147,565
Revenues recognized at point in time 414,985 396,600 309,804
Total revenues recognized under ASC 606 699,386 578,878 457,369
Revenues recognized under ASC 840 4,690,434 3,644,798 3,182,902
Revenues recognized under ASC 944 201,666 195,371 200,768
Revenues recognized under ASC 320 148,261 122,938 137,829
Total revenues $ 5,739,747 $ 4,541,985 $ 3,978,868
v3.22.1
Allowance for Credit Losses (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Receivables [Abstract]    
Historical loss rate 1.00%  
Available for sale securities, accrued interest receivable   $ 1.7
v3.22.1
Allowance for Credit Losses (Reserve Allowance Various Credit Loss) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Valuation And Qualifying Accounts [Abstract]    
March 31, 2020 $ 6,242 $ 4,219
Transition adjustment expected credit loss current 2,968 2,023
Write-offs against allowance 0 0
Recoveries 0 0
March 31, 2021 9,210 6,242
Trade Receivables    
Valuation And Qualifying Accounts [Abstract]    
March 31, 2020 4,421 3,215
Transition adjustment expected credit loss current 4,228 1,206
Write-offs against allowance 0 0
Recoveries 0 0
March 31, 2021 8,649 4,421
Investments, Fixed Maturities    
Valuation And Qualifying Accounts [Abstract]    
March 31, 2020 1,320 503
Transition adjustment expected credit loss current (1,260) 817
Write-offs against allowance 0 0
Recoveries 0 0
March 31, 2021 60 1,320
Investments, Other    
Valuation And Qualifying Accounts [Abstract]    
March 31, 2020 501 501
Transition adjustment expected credit loss current 0 0
Write-offs against allowance 0 0
Recoveries 0 0
March 31, 2021 $ 501 $ 501
v3.22.1
Schedule I - Condensed Financial Information of AMERCO (Narratives) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Income Taxes Paid, Net [Abstract]      
Income taxes paid (net of income tax refunds) $ (4,548) $ 29,044 $ 6,859
v3.22.1
Schedule I - Condensed Financial Information of AMERCO (Balance Sheets) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Mar. 31, 2019
ASSETS:        
Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,704,137 $ 1,194,012 $ 494,352 $ 673,701
Investments in subsidiaries 0 0    
Related party assets 47,851 35,395    
Total assets 17,299,581 14,651,606 13,438,024  
Liabilities:        
Other Liabilities 11,414,298 9,799,724    
Stockholders' equity:        
Additional paid-in capital 453,819 453,819    
Accumulated other comprehensive loss 46,384 106,857    
Consolidated statement of change in equity        
Beginning of period 4,958,359      
Adjustment for adoption of ASU 2016-13   (2,880)    
Net earnings 1,123,286 610,856 442,048  
End of period 6,052,233 4,958,359    
Total stockholders' equity 5,885,283 4,851,882    
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity 17,299,581 14,651,606    
Common Stock in Treasury [Member]        
Consolidated statement of change in equity        
Cost of shares in treasury (525,653) (525,653)    
Preferred Stock in Treasury [Member]        
Consolidated statement of change in equity        
Cost of shares in treasury (151,997) (151,997)    
Amerco [Member]        
ASSETS:        
Cash and cash equivalents 2,085,447 751,053 294,528 $ 428,950
Investments in subsidiaries 4,240,811 3,284,760    
Related party assets 1,821,654 1,535,355    
Other assets 178,691 413,167    
Total assets 8,326,603 5,984,335    
Liabilities:        
Other Liabilities 2,442,517 1,136,742    
Stockholders' equity:        
Preferred stock 0 0    
Common stock 10,497 10,497    
Additional paid-in capital 454,029 454,029    
Accumulated other comprehensive loss 45,187 102,568    
Consolidated statement of change in equity        
Beginning of period 4,958,149 4,399,192    
Adjustment for adoption of ASU 2016-13 0 (2,880)    
Net earnings 1,123,286 610,856 442,048  
Dividends (29,412) (49,019)    
End of period 6,052,023 4,958,149 $ 4,399,192  
Total stockholders' equity 5,884,086 4,847,593    
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity 8,326,603 5,984,335    
Amerco [Member] | Common Stock in Treasury [Member]        
Consolidated statement of change in equity        
Cost of shares in treasury (525,653) (525,653)    
Amerco [Member] | Preferred Stock in Treasury [Member]        
Consolidated statement of change in equity        
Cost of shares in treasury $ (151,997) $ (151,997)    
v3.22.1
Schedule I - Condensed Financial Information of AMERCO (Statements of Operations) (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Revenues:      
Net interest income from subs $ 5,739,747 $ 4,541,985 $ 3,978,868
Expenses:      
Operating expenses 2,676,541 2,187,684 2,117,148
Total costs and expenses 4,094,750 3,580,838 3,438,740
Equity in earnings of subsidiaries 0 0 0
Pretax earnings 1,475,497 796,658 378,124
Income tax expense (352,211) (185,802) 63,924
Earnings available to common shareholders $ 1,123,286 $ 610,856 $ 442,048
Basic and diluted earnings per common share $ 57.29 $ 31.15 $ 22.55
Weighted average common shares outstanding: basic and diluted 19,607,788 19,607,788 19,603,708
Amerco [Member]      
Revenues:      
Net interest income from subs $ 1,516 $ 720 $ 6,586
Expenses:      
Operating expenses 5,517 6,753 10,622
Other expenses 115 115 96
Total costs and expenses 5,632 6,868 10,718
Equity in earnings of subsidiaries 1,011,841 508,632 205,940
Interest income 131,400 135,673 130,670
Pretax earnings 1,139,125 638,157 332,478
Income tax expense (15,839) (27,301) 109,570
Earnings available to common shareholders $ 1,123,286 $ 610,856 $ 442,048
Basic and diluted earnings per common share $ 57.29 $ 31.15 $ 22.55
Weighted average common shares outstanding: basic and diluted 19,607,788 19,607,788 19,603,708
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Schedule I - Condensed Financial Information Of AMERCO (Statements of Comprehensive Income) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Net earnings $ 1,123,286 $ 610,856 $ 442,048
Amerco [Member]      
Net earnings 1,123,286 610,856 442,048
Other comprehensive income (loss) (60,473) 72,205 101,350
Total comprehensive income $ 1,062,813 $ 683,061 $ 543,398
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Schedule I - Condensed Financial Information of AMERCO (Statements of Cash Flow) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Cash flow from operating activities:      
Net earnings $ 1,123,286 $ 610,856 $ 442,048
Earnings from consolidated subsidiaries 0 0 0
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:      
Depreciation 696,955 664,001 664,120
Net loss on sales of investments (11,872) (10,058) (13,596)
Deferred income taxes 101,091 68,411 317,893
Net change in other operating assets and liabilities:      
Reinsurance recoverables and trade receivables (9,187) (39,516) 38,129
Prepaid expenses 232,342 94,359 (391,120)
Other assets (2,706) 29,865 (1,295)
Related party assets (10,357) (487) (5,645)
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 28,752 92,925 (4,530)
Net cash provided by operating activities 1,946,235 1,535,395 1,075,513
Cash flow from investing activities:      
Purchases of property, plant and equipment (2,136,537) (1,441,475) (2,309,406)
Proceeds of equity securities 2,046 207 185
Net cash used by investing activities (1,867,176) (1,129,529) (1,766,649)
Cash flow from financing activities:      
Borrowings from credit facilities 1,969,474 922,008 1,121,412
Principal repayments on credit facilities (437,506) (662,588) (349,986)
Debt issuance costs (13,156) (5,793) (5,332)
Common stock dividends paid (29,412) (49,019) (29,404)
Net contribution from (to) related party   0 0
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities 1,433,155 287,353 512,320
Effects of exchange rate on cash (2,089) 6,441 (533)
Increase (decrease) cash and cash equivalents 1,510,125 699,660 (179,349)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of period 1,194,012 494,352 673,701
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period 2,704,137 1,194,012 494,352
Amerco [Member]      
Cash flow from operating activities:      
Net earnings 1,123,286 610,856 442,048
Earnings from consolidated subsidiaries (1,011,841) (508,632) (205,940)
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:      
Depreciation 1 1 1
Net loss on sales of investments 292 924 0
Deferred income taxes 106,869 72,407 323,980
Net change in other operating assets and liabilities:      
Prepaid expenses 234,490 88,898 (381,190)
Other assets (4) 0 22
Related party assets (240) (12,000) 0
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 5,461 (4,019) 1,935
Net cash provided by operating activities 458,314 248,435 180,856
Cash flow from investing activities:      
Purchases of property, plant and equipment (11) (3) 0
Proceeds of equity securities 0 0 0
Net cash used by investing activities (11) (3) 0
Cash flow from financing activities:      
Borrowings from credit facilities 1,200,000 200,000 0
Principal repayments on credit facilities 0 (200,000) 0
Debt issuance costs (8,468) (924) 0
Proceeds from (repayments) of intercompany loans (284,438) 211,064 (311,534)
Common stock dividends paid (29,412) (49,019) (29,404)
Net contribution from (to) related party 0 41,199 21,600
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities 877,682 202,320 (319,338)
Effects of exchange rate on cash (1,591) 5,773 4,060
Increase (decrease) cash and cash equivalents 1,334,394 456,525 (134,422)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of period 751,053 294,528 428,950
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period $ 2,085,447 $ 751,053 $ 294,528
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Schedule II - AMERCO and Consolidated Subsidiaries, Valuation and Qualifying Accounts (Details) - Amerco [Member] - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2022
Mar. 31, 2021
Mar. 31, 2020
Allowance for doubtful accounts (deducted from trade receivable) [Member]      
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]      
Balance at beginning of year $ 4,421 $ 535 $ 549
Additions charged to cost and expenses 5,283 2,179 731
Additions charged to other accounts 1,679 2,680 0
Deductions (2,734) (973) (745)
Balance at year end 8,649 4,421 535
Allowance for obsolescence (deducted from inventory) [Member]      
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]      
Balance at beginning of year 1,416 3,063 2,322
Additions charged to cost and expenses 0 0 741
Additions charged to other accounts 0 0 0
Deductions (336) (1,647) 0
Balance at year end 1,080 1,416 3,063
Allowance for LIFO (deducted from inventory) [Member]      
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]      
Balance at beginning of year 21,832 18,886 18,987
Additions charged to cost and expenses 15,568 2,946 0
Additions charged to other accounts 0 0 0
Deductions 0 0 (101)
Balance at year end 37,400 21,832 18,886
Allowance for probable losses (deducted from mortgage loans) [Member]      
Movement in Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Roll Forward]      
Balance at beginning of year 448 493 493
Additions charged to cost and expenses 0 0 0
Additions charged to other accounts 0 0 0
Deductions 0 (45) 0
Balance at year end $ 448 $ 448 $ 493
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Schedule V - AMERCO and Consolidated Subsidiaries, Supplemental Information (for Property-Casualty Insurance Operations) (Details) - Property Casualty Insurance Operations [Member] - Amerco [Member] - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Supplemental Information For Property And Casualty Insurance Underwriters [Abstract]      
Deferred policy acquisition costs $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Reserves for unpaid claims and claims adjustment expense 159,162 177,963 209,127
Discount if any, deducted 0 0 0
Unearned premiums 334 (294) 233
Net earned premiums (1) 89,667 70,285 69,141
Net investment income (2) 24,385 16,335 19,926
Claim and claim adjustment expenses incurred related to current year 28,980 20,670 22,137
Prior years (6,290) (3,865) (9,535)
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs 0 0 0
Paid claims and claim adjustment expense 24,012 25,759 24,608
Net premiums written (1) $ 90,002 $ 69,989 $ 66,277
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Schedule V - AMERCO and Consolidated Subsidiaries, Supplemental Information (for Property-Casualty Insurance Operations), Parenthetical (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Investment Income, Net [Abstract]      
Premiums Earned, Net $ 200,694 $ 191,894 $ 197,117
Property Casualty Insurance Operations [Member] | Amerco [Member]      
Investment Income, Net [Abstract]      
Written premiums, net 3,100 1,500 3,100
Premiums Earned, Net 2,800 1,800 2,800
(Gain) Loss on Investments $ 1,000 $ 100 $ 400