COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Escrow and Trust Balances
Amounts held in escrow and trust accounts	$ 97.2	$ 71.8

Amounts held in escrow and trust accounts at various financial institutions.

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