1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Primary components of Other Income
Direct mail revenues	$ 5,949	$ 5,408
Convenience fees charged to obligors	2,907	2,869
Recoveries on previously charged-off contracts	392	576
Sales tax refunds	227	395
Other	114	1,679
Other income for the period	$ 9,589	$ 10,927