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REAL ESTATE SECURITIES - Holdings in an Unrealized Loss Position (Details 1)

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REAL ESTATE SECURITIES - Holdings in an Unrealized Loss Position (Details 1) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2014
Integer
Dec. 31, 2013
Carrying Value $ 311,268 $ 984,263
Securities in an Unrealized Loss Position Less than Twelve Months [Member]
    
Outstanding Face Amount 1,869  
Before Impairment - Amortized Cost Basis 1,867  
Amortized Cost Basis After Impairment 1,867  
Gross unrealized losses - less than twelve months (5)  
Carrying value - less than twelve months 1,862  
Number of securities, less than twelve months 1  
Weighted Average Rating A+  
Weighted Average Coupon 4.81%  
Weighted Average Yield 5.84%  
Weighted Average Maturity (Years) 0 years 6 months  
Securities in an Unrealized Loss Position [Member]
    
Outstanding Face Amount 1,869  
Before Impairment - Amortized Cost Basis 1,867  
Other Than Temporary Impairment - Amortized Cost Basis   (2,873)
Amortized Cost Basis After Impairment 1,867  
Total gross unrealized losses (5)  
Carrying Value $ 1,862  
Number of securities 1  
Weighted Average Rating A+  
Weighted Average Coupon 4.81%  
Weighted Average Yield 5.84%  
Weighted Average Maturity (Years) 0 years 2 months 12 days