Fair Value Disclosures (Level 4 Gibraltar) (Details 5) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 30, 2013	Oct. 31, 2012
Carrying value and estimated fair value of distressed loans
Investments in distressed loans	$ 48,707	$ 37,169
Investment in distressed loans, fair value	$ 49,110	$ 38,109

Investment in distressed loans, fair value. The price taht would be received to sell the entitiy's investment in distressed loans.

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