Note 8 - Capitalization of Interest (Details) $ in Millions	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2014 USD ($)
Home Building Interest [Abstract]
Capitalized Interest Transferred From Investments In Unconsolidated Joint Ventures To Inventories Owned	$ 4.0

Capitalized interest transferred from investments in unconsolidated joint ventures to inventories owned.

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