| SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION - Schedule of Supplemental Cash Flow Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
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| Mar. 31, 2016 | Mar. 31, 2015 | |
| Cash paid during the period for: | ||
| Interest capitalized, net | $ (8,811) | $ (5,995) | 
| Income taxes paid | 7,420 | 8,710 | 
| Non-cash operating activities: | ||
| Real estate not owned decrease | 0 | (4,999) | 
| Real estate acquired through notes payable | $ 5,358 | $ 6,701 | 
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- Definition The amount of cash paid for interest during the period net of cash paid for interest that is capitalized. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef 
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