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Commitments and Contingencies (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | Oct. 31, 2012 | Oct. 31, 2011
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Company's purchase commitments |  |
Aggregate purchase commitments unrelated parties | $ 742,918 | $ 551,905
Unconsolidated entities that the Company has investments in | 4,067 | 12,471
Total | 746,985 | 564,376
Deposits against aggregate purchase commitments | 42,921 | 37,987
Additional cash required to acquire land | 704,064 | 526,389
Amount of Additional Cash Required to Acquire Land Included in Accrued Expenses | $ 4,328 | $ 44

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