| 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, 2017 | Mar. 31, 2016 | |
| Cash paid during the period for: | ||
| Interest capitalized, net | $ (10,930) | $ (8,811) | 
| Income taxes paid | 10,485 | 7,420 | 
| Non-cash operating activities: | ||
| Real estate not owned increase | 9,987 | 0 | 
| Real estate acquired through notes payable | $ 1,673 | $ 5,358 | 
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