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Investments in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended |
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Feb. 29, 2012 | Feb. 28, 2011 | Nov. 30, 2011
Statements of operations of unconsolidated joint venture |  |  |
Revenues |  | $ 230 |
Construction and land costs | 6 | (222) |
Other expense, net | (461) | (4,367) |
Loss | (455) | (4,359) |
Assets |  |  |
Cash | 21,614 |  | 8,923
Receivable | 14,125 |  | 19,503
Inventories | 353,522 |  | 368,306
Other assets | 151 |  | 151
Total assets | 389,412 |  | 396,883
Liabilities and equity |  |  |
Accounts payable and other liabilities | 91,825 |  | 96,981
Equity | 297,587 |  | 299,902
Total liabilities and equity | $ 389,412 |  | $ 396,883

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