RESTRICTED CASH RESTRICTED CASH (Details - Balance Sheet) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2015
Mar. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2014
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents      
Restricted cash and cash equivalents $ 18,617   $ 18,716
Decrease (increase) in Restricted Cash 100 1,954  
Cash in Escrow for Surety Bonds      
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents      
Restricted cash and cash equivalents 2,453   2,453
Cash in Escrow for Corporate Purchasing Card Program      
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents      
Restricted cash and cash equivalents 0   100
Cash in escrow for sale of LendingTree Loans      
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents      
Restricted cash and cash equivalents 16,107   16,106
Other Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents      
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents      
Restricted cash and cash equivalents 57   57
Cash Restricted for Loan Loss Obligations      
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents      
Decrease (increase) in Restricted Cash     $ (3,100)