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Accruals and Other Liabilities (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 9 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012
Beginning balance | $ 3,624 |  | $ 4,049
Income attributable to noncontrolling interests | 4,410 |  | 6,012
Distributions made | (4,822) |  | (7,673)
Other | 706 | [1] |
Cumulative translation adjustments | (37) |  | 1,236
Ending balance | $ 3,881 |  | $ 3,624
[1] | Other primarily relates to step-up transactions and discontinued operations.

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