Note 8. Fair Value Measurements (Detail) - Assets Measured at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2011
Estimate of Fair Value, Fair Value Disclosure [Member]
Impaired loans	$ 17,580	$ 23,932
REO, net	6,136	22,669
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Impaired loans	17,580	23,932
REO, net	$ 6,136	$ 22,669

Other real estate owned measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis in periods after initial recognition. Disclosures may include, but are not limited to: (a) the fair value measurements recorded and the reasons for the measurements and (b) the level within the fair value hierarchy in which the fair value measurements are categorized in their entirety (levels 1, 2, 3).

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