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Rent and Other Receivables (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | Mar. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2013
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Rent and Other Receivables |  |
Allowance for doubtful accounts | $ 0.8 | $ 1.2
Rescinded properties | $ 2.4 | $ 1.3

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