Investments in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures (Financial Information for Unconsolidated Joint Ventures) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Feb. 28, 2015	Feb. 28, 2014	Nov. 30, 2014
Statements of operations of unconsolidated joint venture
Revenues	$ 3,210	$ 6,118
Construction and land costs	(3,743)	(3,523)
Other expenses, net	(696)	(1,130)
Income (loss)	(1,229)	1,465
Assets
Cash	18,661		23,699
Receivables	5,427		5,106
Inventories	153,900		153,427
Total assets	177,988		182,232
Liabilities and equity
Accounts payable and other liabilities	14,157		10,824
Equity	163,831		171,408
Total liabilities and equity	$ 177,988		$ 182,232

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