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Reserves for Claims Narrative (Details) (USD $) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2011
Causes of Increase (Decrease) in Liability for Unpaid Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense [Line Items] |  |  |
Realized claim recoveries | $ 1,165,000 | $ 1,324,000 | $ 1,488,000
Provision rate for title insurance claims | (0.50%) | 5.90% | 4.10%
Minimum |  |  |
Causes of Increase (Decrease) in Liability for Unpaid Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense [Line Items] |  |  |
Large claim threshold | $ 250,000 |  |

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