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1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2013 | Jun. 30, 2012 | Jun. 30, 2013 | Jun. 30, 2012
Primary components of Other Income |  |  |  |
Direct mail revenues | $ 1,963 | $ 1,232 | $ 3,727 | $ 2,851
Convenience fees revenue | 828 | 690 | 1,515 | 1,522
Recoveries on previously charged-off contracts | 54 | 148 | 104 | 245
Sales tax refunds |  | 55 | 84 | 127
Other | 17 | (115) | (50) | 371
Other income for the period | $ 2,862 | $ 2,010 | $ 5,380 | $ 5,116

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