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SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION - Schedule of Supplemental Cash Flow Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2013
Cash paid during the year for: |  |  |
Interest, net of interest capitalized | $ 9,915 | $ 830 | $ 9,444
Income taxes | 56,186 | 71,321 | 25,688
Non-cash operating activities decrease: |  |  |
Real estate not owned | 4,999 | 4,710 | 289
Real estate acquired through notes payable | $ 16,371 | $ 25,176 | $ 18,057

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