Note 2 - Investments in and Advances To Local Partnerships: Schedule of Statement of Operations of Investment Partnerships (in thousands) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2013	Mar. 31, 2012
Details
Rental and other income	$ 465	$ 456
Operating expenses	220	239
Financial expenses	171	176
Depreciation and amortization	47	48
Total expenses	438	463
Income (loss) from continuing operations	$ 27	$ (7)