Fair Value Disclosures (Level 4 Gibraltar) (Details 4) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Oct. 31, 2013	Oct. 31, 2012
Carrying value and estimated fair value of non performing loan portfolio
Investments in Distressed Loans	$ 36,374	$ 37,169
Investment in distressed loans, fair value	$ 45,355	$ 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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