DIVIDENDS (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
DIVIDENDS
Number of previous years retained profit considered for dividend payment	2 years
Expected earnings in 2014 before bank could declare dividends without regulatory approval	$ 16,700

Represents the amount to be earned in the next fiscal year following the latest fiscal year before declaring dividends without approval of regulatory agency.

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