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		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Rental and other income	$ 899	$ 893	$ 2,732	$ 2,659
Operating expenses	720	636	2,167	2,038
Interest	231	230	693	690
Depreciation and amortization	209	211	627	635
Total expenses	1,160	1,077	3,487	3,363
Loss from continuing operations	$ (261)	$ (184)	$ (755)	$ (704)