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Note 22 - Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Details) - Assets Measured at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Oct. 31, 2013 | Oct. 31, 2012 | Oct. 31, 2011
Note 22 - Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Details) - Assets Measured at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items] |  |  |
Total Losses | $ (2,400) | $ (9,800) | $ (77,500)
Sold and Unsold Homes and Lots Under Development [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] |  |  |
Note 22 - Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Details) - Assets Measured at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items] |  |  |
Pre-Impairment Amount | 7,302 | 11,065 |
Total Losses | (2,249) | (3,234) |
Fair Value | 5,053 | 7,831 |
Land and Land Options Held for Future Development or Sale [Member] | Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] |  |  |
Note 22 - Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Details) - Assets Measured at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items] |  |  |
Pre-Impairment Amount | 924 | 26,998 |
Total Losses | (136) | (6,589) |
Fair Value | $ 788 | $ 20,409 |

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