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		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2011	Jun. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2011
Rental and other income	$ 922	$ 868	$ 1,833	$ 1,766
Operating expenses	779	675	1,447	1,402
Interest	231	230	462	460
Depreciation and amortization	209	212	418	424
Total expenses	1,219	1,117	2,327	2,286
Loss from continuing operations	$ (297)	$ (249)	$ (494)	$ (520)