Note 2 - Investments in and Advances To Local Limited 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	$ 647	$ 623
Operating expenses	381	354
Financial expenses	94	105
Depreciation and amortization	80	80
Total expenses	555	539
Income from continuing operations	$ 92	$ 84