Note 3 - Investments in and Advances To Local Limited Partnerships: CONDENSED COMBINED RESULTS OF OPERATIONS OF THE LOCAL LIMITED PARTNERSHIPS (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Rental and other revenue	$ 2,207	$ 2,193
Depreciation and amortization expense	485	401
Interest expense	199	215
Operating expense	1,404	1,456
Total expenses	2,088	2,072
Income (loss) from continuing operations	$ 119	$ 121