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Note 1 - Basis of Presentation (Details Textual) $ in Millions | 6 Months Ended
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Apr. 30, 2018 USD ($)
Reclassification from Notes Payable, Net of Discount, Premium and Debt Issuance Costs and Accrued Interest to Revolving and Term Loan Credit Facilities, Net of Debt Issuance Costs [Member] | As of October 31, 2017 [Member] |
Prior Period Reclassification Adjustment | $ 73
Homebuilding [Member] |
Number of Reportable Segments | 6

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