Note 2 - Investments in and Advances To Local Limited Partnerships: Investment balance in Investment Partnerships Summary (in thousands) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2012
Investment balance, beginning of period	$ 508
Equity in income of Local Limited Partnership	199
Amortization of acquisition costs	(5)
Investment balance, ending balance	$ 702