American International Industries (AMIN) 10-Q 21 Jan 16 2015 Q3 Quarterly report Financial data

Document And Entity Information

Document And Entity Information - shares	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015	Jan. 15, 2016
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Entity Registrant Name	AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRIES INC
Document Type	10-Q
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		2,218,418
Amendment Flag	false
Entity Central Index Key	1,073,146
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Voluntary Filers	No
Entity Filer Category	Smaller Reporting Company
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	No
Document Period End Date	Sep. 30, 2015
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2,015
Document Fiscal Period Focus	Q3

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Un

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) - USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 1,595,665	$ 373,482
Restricted cash	619,355	0
Other current assets	16,114	8,144
Current portion of long-term notes receivable	60,000	2,346,053
Marketable securities - trading	28,368	0
Real estate held for sale	4,751,979	6,413,635
Current assets of discontinued operations	0	2,096,841
Total current assets	7,071,481	11,238,155
Long-term notes receivable, less current portion	767,452	485,690
Oil and gas properties, costs subject to amortization	88,086	87,541
Oil and gas properties, costs not subject to amortization	91,900	341,900
Property and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation	24,083	25,415
Marketable securities - available for sale	2,600	63,250
Other assets	4,005	4,005
Long-term assets of discontinued operations	0	409,194
Total assets	8,049,607	12,655,150
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	1,780,313	1,532,104
Accounts payable to related parties	131,124	235,124
Short-term notes payable	0	131,081
Current portion of long-term debt	18,544	241,902
Current liabilities of discontinued operations	0	492,395
Total current liabilities	1,929,981	2,632,606
Asset retirement obligations	6,650	5,621
Long-term debt, less current portion	355,236	454,286
Long-term related party debt	300,000	300,000
Long-term liabilities of discontinued operations	0	2,013,640
Total liabilities	$ 2,591,867	$ 5,406,153
Commitments and contingencies
Equity:
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value, 1,000,000 shares authorized, 1,000 shares issued and outstanding	$ 1	$ 1
Common stock, $0.001 par value, 50,000,000 shares authorized; 2,208,456 and 2,415,986 shares issued, respectively; 2,218,418 and 2,410,948 shares outstanding, respectively	2,208	2,424
Less: treasury stock, at cost; 50,952 and 259,393 shares, respectively	(929,591)	(1,155,084)
Additional paid-in capital	38,938,302	39,150,266
Accumulated deficit	(31,067,364)	(29,396,383)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(1,402,400)	(1,341,750)
Total equity attributable to American International Industries, Inc.	5,541,156	7,259,474
Non-controlling interest	(83,416)	(10,477)
Total equity	5,457,740	7,248,997
Total liabilities and equity	$ 8,049,607	$ 12,655,150

Consolidated Balance Sheets (U3

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (Parentheticals) - $ / shares	Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Preferred stock par value (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Preferred stock, shares authorized	1,000,000	1,000,000
Preferred stock, shares issued	1,000	1,000
Preferred stock, shares outstanding	1,000	1,000
common stock, shares authorized	50,000,000	50,000,000
Common stock par value (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Common stock, shares issued	2,208,456	2,415,986
Common stock, shares outstanding	2,218,418	2,410,948
Treasury stock, shares	50,952	259,393

Consolidated Statements of Oper

Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss (Unaudited) - USD ($)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014
Revenues	$ 1,726	$ 9,016	$ 5,736	$ 25,080
Costs and expenses:
Cost of revenues	1,758	22,717	8,039	39,385
Impairment of oil and gas property	0	0	20,000	0
Selling, general and administrative	245,583	512,105	1,328,162	1,322,439
Total expenses	247,341	534,822	1,356,201	1,361,824
Gain on sale of real estate	0	1,491,091	971	1,470,012
Operating income (loss)	(245,615)	965,285	(1,349,494)	133,268
Other income (expenses):
Interest and dividend income	1,152	18,021	13,523	25,838
Realized losses on the sale of trading securities, net	(67,878)	(90,912)	(235,748)	(41,494)
Unrealized gains (losses) on trading securities, net	27,798	(160,295)	(138,182)	(213,143)
Interest expense	(19,723)	(16,033)	(65,298)	(59,981)
Other income	15,136	1,029	31,279	359,134
Total other income (expense)	(43,515)	(248,190)	(394,426)	70,354
Income (loss) before income tax	(289,130)	717,095	(1,743,920)	203,622
Income tax benefit	0	0	0	12,291
Net income (loss) from continuing operations	(289,130)	717,095	(1,743,920)	215,913
Net loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes	0	(207,753)	0	(562,876)
Net income (loss)	(289,130)	509,342	(1,743,920)	(346,963)
Net loss attributable to the non-controlling interest	20,353	27,297	72,939	81,843
Net income (loss) attributable to American International Industries, Inc.	$ (268,777)	$ 536,639	$ (1,670,981)	$ (265,120)
Basic and diluted income (loss) per common share:
Income (loss) from continuing operations (in Dollars per share)	$ (0.11)	$ 0.34	$ (0.69)	$ 0.1333
Loss from discontinued operations (in Dollars per share)	$ 0	$ (0.10)	$ 0	$ (0.25)
Weighted average common shares outstanding -basic and diluted (in Shares)	2,412,965	2,141,561	2,430,767	2,290,326
Comprehensive loss:
Net income (loss)	$ (289,130)	$ 509,342	$ (1,743,920)	$ (346,963)
Unrealized gain (loss) on marketable securities	650	16,250	(60,650)	43,550
Total comprehensive income (loss)	(288,480)	525,592	(1,804,570)	(303,413)
Comprehensive loss attributable to the non-controlling interests	20,300	27,297	72,886	81,843
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to American International Industries, Inc. shareholders	$ (268,180)	$ 552,889	$ (1,731,684)	$ (221,570)

Consolidated Statements of Cash

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) - USD ($)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss	$ (1,743,920)	$ (346,963)
Loss from discontinued operations	0	562,876
Income (loss) from continuing operations	(1,743,920)	215,913
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	3,433	2,266
Impairment of oil and gas property	20,000	0
Stock-based compensation	48,450	215,320
Gain on sale of real estate	(971)	(1,470,012)
Realized loss on the sale of trading securities, net	235,748	41,494
Unrealized loss on trading securities, net	138,182	213,143
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts payable to related parties	(104,000)	(503)
Other current assets	(7,970)	5,754
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	(453,903)	137,810
Net cash used in operating activities from continuing operations	(1,864,951)	(638,815)
Net cash used in operating activities from discontinued operations	0	(451,124)
Net cash used in operating activities	(1,864,951)	(1,089,939)
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of trading securities	(308,546)	(3,332,574)
Sales of trading securities	85,141	3,232,675
Purchase of land	0	(220,000)
Investment in oil and gas property	0	(20,000)
Proceeds from sale of real estate	1,662,500	1,327,519
Proceeds from notes receivable	2,004,291	38,274
Net cash provided by investing activities from continuing operations	3,443,386	1,028,106
Net cash provided by investing activities from discontinued operations	0	1,174,266
Net cash provided by investing activities	3,443,386	2,202,372
Cash flows from financing activities:
Principal payments on debt	(321,215)	(1,221,101)
Proceeds from the issuance of debt	0	450,000
Payments for acquisition of treasury stock in subsidiary	0	(1,706)
Payments for acquisition of treasury stock	(35,037)	(19,024)
Net cash used in financing activities from continuing operations	(356,252)	(791,831)
Net cash used in financing activities from discontinued operations	0	(379,526)
Net cash used in financing activities	(356,252)	(1,171,357)
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	1,222,183	(58,924)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	373,482	670,372
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	1,595,665	611,448
Supplemental cash flow information:
Interest paid	39,833	59,981
Income taxes paid	0	0
Non-cash investing and financing transactions:
Reclassification of promissory note to accounts payable and accrued expenses	131,081	0
Unrealized loss on marketable securities	60,050	43,550
Cancellation of treasury stock	260,530	0
Write off of Inez acquisition payable	230,000	0
Contingent obligation	750,000	0
Contract obligation paid with restricted cash	130,645	0
Change in estimate of asset retirement obligations	499	0
Unpaid portion of Inez oil and gas property acquisition	0	230,000
Stock and note issued to related party for acquisition of real estate	$ 0	$ 450,000

Note 1 - Summary of Significant

Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure and Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]	Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies The accompanying interim unaudited consolidated financial statements of American International Industries, Inc. ("American") have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America and the rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission and should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and notes thereto contained in American's latest Annual Report filed with the SEC on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014. In the opinion of management, all adjustments, consisting of normal recurring adjustments, necessary for a fair presentation of financial position and the results of operations for the interim periods presented have been reflected herein. The results of operations for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year. Notes to the unaudited interim consolidated financial statements that would substantially duplicate the disclosures contained in the audited financial statements for the most recent fiscal year as reported in the Form 10-K have been omitted. Organization, Ownership and Business American International Industries, Inc., a Nevada Corporation, operates as a diversified holding company with a number of wholly-owned subsidiaries and some partially owned subsidiaries. American is a diversified corporation with interests in industrial/commercial companies and an oil and gas service business. American's business strategy is to acquire controlling equity interests in businesses that it considers undervalued. American's management takes an active role in providing its subsidiaries with access to capital, leveraging synergies and providing management expertise in order to improve its subsidiaries' growth. Principles of Consolidation The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of American and its wholly-owned subsidiaries American International Texas Properties, Inc. ("AITP"), American International Holdings Corp. ("AMIH"), formerly Delta Seaboard International, Inc. ("Delta"), in which American holds a 93.2% shareholder interest, and Brenham Oil & Gas Corp. ("BOG"), in which American holds a 51.0% interest. All significant intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation. Management's Estimates and Assumptions The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Cash and Cash Equivalents American considers cash and equivalents to include cash on hand and certificates of deposits with banks with an original maturity of three months or less, that American intends to convert. Notes Receivable Notes receivable are carried at the expected net realizable value. Impairment of notes receivable is based on management's continued assessment of the collectability of debtors. Investment Securities American accounts for its investments in accordance with ASC 320-10, "Investments in Debt and Equity Securities." Management determines the appropriate classification of its investments in marketable securities at the time of purchase and reevaluates such determination at each balance sheet date. Securities that are bought and held principally for the purpose of selling them in the near term are classified as trading securities. Debt securities for which American does not have the intent or ability to hold to maturity and equity securities not classified as trading securities are classified as available-for-sale. The cost of investments sold is determined on the specific identification or the first-in, first-out method. Trading securities are reported at fair value with unrealized gains and losses recognized in earnings, and available-for-sale securities are also reported at fair value but unrealized gains and losses are included in stockholders' equity. Management determines fair value of its investments based on quoted market prices at each balance sheet date. Oil and Gas Properties, Full Cost Method BOG uses the full cost method of accounting for oil and gas producing activities. Costs to acquire mineral interests in oil and gas properties, to drill and equip exploratory wells used to find proved reserves, and to drill and equip development wells including directly related overhead costs and related asset retirement costs are capitalized. Under this method, all costs, including internal costs directly related to acquisition, exploration and development activities, are capitalized as oil and gas property costs. Properties not subject to amortization consist of exploration and development costs that are evaluated on a property-by-property basis. Amortization of these unproved property costs begins when the properties become proved or their values become impaired. BOG assesses overall values of unproved properties, if any, on at least an annual basis or when there has been an indication that impairment in value may have occurred. Impairment of unproved properties is assessed based on management's intention with regard to future development of individually significant properties and the ability of BOG to obtain funds to finance their programs. If the results of an assessment indicate that the properties are impaired, the amount of the impairment is added to the capitalized costs to be amortized. Under this method, sales of oil and natural gas properties are accounted for as adjustments to the net full cost pool with no gain or loss recognized, unless the adjustment would significantly alter the relationship between capitalized costs and proved reserves. If it is determined that the relationship is significantly altered, the corresponding gain or loss will be recognized in the consolidated statements of operations. Ceiling Test In applying the full cost method, BOG performs an impairment test (ceiling test) at each reporting date, whereby the carrying value of oil and gas properties is compared to the "estimated present value" of its proved reserves, discounted at a 10-percent interest rate of future net revenues, based on current economic and operating conditions at the end of the period, plus the cost of properties not being amortized, plus the lower of cost or fair market value of unproved properties included in costs being amortized, less the income tax effects related to book and tax basis differences of the properties. If capitalized costs exceed this limit, the excess is charged as an impairment expense. There was no ceiling test write-down recorded during the three months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014. Property, Plant, Equipment, Depreciation, Amortization and Long-Lived Assets Long-lived assets include: Property, Plant and Equipment - Assets acquired in the normal course of business are recorded at original cost and may be adjusted for any additional significant improvements after purchase. We depreciate the cost evenly over the assets' estimated useful lives. Upon retirement or sale, the cost of the assets disposed of and the related accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts, with any resultant gain or loss being recognized as a component of other income or expense. Identifiable intangible assets - These assets are recorded at acquisition cost. Intangible assets with finite lives are amortized evenly over their estimated useful lives. At least annually, we review all long-lived assets for impairment. When necessary, we record changes for impairments of long-lived assets for the amount by which the present value of future cash flows, or some other fair value measure, is less than the carrying value of these assets. Revenue Recognition Revenue is recognized when the earnings process is completed, the risks and rewards of ownership have transferred to the customer, which is generally the same day as delivery or shipment of the product, the price to the buyer is fixed or determinable, and collection is reasonably assured. Income Taxes American is a taxable entity and recognizes deferred tax assets and liabilities for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax basis. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to be in effect when the temporary differences reverse. The effect on the deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the year that includes the enactment date of the rate change. A valuation allowance is used to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount that is more likely than not to be realized. Interest and penalties associated with income taxes are included in selling, general and administrative expense. American has adopted ASC 740-10 "Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes," which prescribes a comprehensive model of how a company should recognize, measure, present, and disclose in its financial statements uncertain tax positions that the company has taken or expects to take on a tax return. ASC 740-10 states that a tax benefit from an uncertain position may be recognized if it is "more likely than not" that the position is sustainable, based upon its technical merits. The tax benefit of a qualifying position is the largest amount of tax benefit that is greater than 50 percent likely of being realized upon ultimate settlement with a taxing authority having full knowledge of all relevant information. As of September 30, 2015, American had not recorded any tax benefits from uncertain tax positions. Net Income (Loss) Per Common Share The basic net income (loss) per common share is computed by dividing the net loss by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during a period. Diluted net loss per common share is computed by dividing the net loss, adjusted on an as if converted basis, by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding plus potential dilutive securities. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company had no potential dilutive securities outstanding. Advertising Costs The cost of advertising is expensed as incurred. Stock-Based Compensation American sometimes grants shares of stock for goods and services and in conjunction with certain agreements. These grants are accounted for based on the grant date fair values. Fair Value of Financial Instruments Effective January 1, Basis of Fair Value Measurement Level 1 Observable inputs that reflect quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets. Level 2 Inputs reflect quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in markets that are not active; quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets; inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or the liability; or inputs that are derived principally from or corroborated by observable market data by correlation or other means. Level 3 Unobservable inputs reflecting American's own assumptions incorporated in valuation techniques used to determine fair value. These assumptions are required to be consistent with market participant assumptions that are reasonably available. American believes that the fair value of its financial instruments comprising cash, accounts receivable, notes receivable, accounts payable, and notes payable approximate their carrying amounts. The interest rates payable by American on its notes payable approximate market rates. The fair values of American's Level 1 financial assets, marketable securities - available for sale, are based on quoted market prices of the identical underlying security. As of September 30, 2015 and December 31, 2014, American did not have any significant Level 2 or 3 financial assets or liabilities. The following tables provide fair value measurement information for American's marketable securities - available for sale: As of September 30, 2015 Fair Value Measurements Using: Carrying Amount Total Fair Value Quoted Prices in Active Markets (Level 1) Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) Financial Assets: Marketable Securities - available for sale $ 2,600 $ 2,600 $ 2,600 $ - $ - Marketable securities - trading $ 28,368 $ 28,368 $ 28,368 $ - $ - As of December 31, 2014 Fair Value Measurements Using: Carrying Amount Total Fair Value Quoted Prices in Active Markets (Level 1) Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) Financial Assets: Marketable Securities - available for sale $ 63,250 $ 63,250 $ 63,250 $ - $ - Subsequent Events American has evaluated all transactions from September 30, 2015 through the financial statement issuance date for subsequent event disclosure consideration. Reclassifications Certain balances from the prior period have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation. New Accounting Pronouncements There were various accounting standards and interpretations issued recently, none of which are expected to a have a material impact on our consolidated financial position, operations or cash flows.

Note 2 - Concentrations of Cred

Note 2 - Concentrations of Credit Risk	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Risks and Uncertainties [Abstract]
Concentration Risk Disclosure [Text Block]	Note 2 - Concentrations of Credit Risk American maintains its cash and certificates of deposit in commercial accounts at major financial institutions. The FDIC no longer has limits on non-interest bearing accounts. American has not incurred losses related to these deposits.

Note 3 - Trading Securities and

Note 3 - Trading Securities and Marketable Securities - Available for Sale	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]
Investments in Debt and Marketable Equity Securities (and Certain Trading Assets) Disclosure [Text Block]	Note 3 - Trading Securities and Marketable Securities - Available for Sale Trading securities - During the three months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, American had net unrealized trading gains of $27,798 and net unrealized trading losses of $160,295, respectively, related to securities held on those dates. American recorded net realized losses of $67,878 and $90,912 during the three months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, respectively. During the nine months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, American had net unrealized trading losses of $138,182 and $213,143, respectively, related to securities held on those dates. American recorded net realized losses of $235,748 and $41,494 during the nine months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, respectively. Marketable securities - Equity markets can experience significant volatility and therefore are subject to changes in value. Based upon the current volatile nature of the U.S. securities markets and the decline in the U.S. economy, we believe that it is possible, that the market values of our equity securities could decline in the near term. We have a policy in place to review our equity holdings on a regular basis. Our policy includes, but is not limited to, reviewing each company's cash position, earnings/revenue outlook, stock price performance, liquidity and management/ownership. American seeks to manage exposure to adverse equity returns in the future by potentially increasing the diversity of our securities portfolios.

Note 4 - Notes Receivable

Note 4 - Notes Receivable	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Receivables [Abstract]
Loans, Notes, Trade and Other Receivables Disclosure [Text Block]	Note 4 - Notes Receivable Note receivables consist of the following: September 30, December 31, 2015 2014 Unsecured note receivable for the sale of a former subsidiary (a) $ 281,073 $ 281,073 First lien note receivable (b) - 2,000,000 Unsecured note receivable (c) 565,902 570,193 Total notes receivable 846,975 2,851,266 Reserve due to uncertainty of collectability (19,523 ) (19,523 ) Subtotal 827,452 2,831,743 Less: current portion (60,000 ) (2,346,053 ) Long-term notes receivable $ 767,452 $ 485,690 (a) Sale of Marald, Inc., principal and interest due monthly through September 1, 2022. (b) First lien note receivable due August 25, 2016 . (c) Unsecured note receivable due April 1, 2018. At September 30, 2015 and December 31, 2014, American had reserved a total of $19,523 on all notes receivable in the aggregate due to uncertainty of collectability. American believes this reserve remains appropriate at September 30, 2015. Interest income on notes receivable is recognized principally by the simple interest method. During the three months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, American recognized interest income of $1,152 and $18,021, respectively, on the notes receivable. During the nine months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, American recognized interest income of $9,753 and $25,838, respectively, on the notes receivable.

Note 5 - Real Estate Held for S

Note 5 - Real Estate Held for Sale	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Real Estate [Abstract]
Real Estate Disclosure [Text Block]	Note 5 - Real Estate Held for Sale Real estate held for sale consisted of the following: September 30, December 31, 2015 2014 65 acres in Galveston County, Texas $ 520,382 $ 520,382 1.705 acres in Galveston County, Texas 460,000 460,000 Dawn Condominium units on the waterfront in Galveston, Texas; 6 units as of September 30, 2015 and December 31, 2014, respectively 788,033 788,032 96 acres - vacant commercial use land in Galveston County, Texas 1,211,000 1,211,000 22 acres - vacant mixed use land in Houston, Texas (a) - 1,661,657 31 acres - vacant mixed use land in Houston, Texas 1,772,564 1,772,564 $ 4,751,979 $ 6,413,635 (a) 22 acres- vacant mixed use land in Houston„ Texas - American reviewed the accounting standards Real Estate - General Property, Plant, and Equipment 1) Management with the appropriate authority commits to a plan to sell the asset; 2) The asset is available for immediate sale in its present condition subject only to terms that are usual and customary for sales of such assets; 3) An active program to locate a buyer and other actions required to complete the plan of sale have been initiated; 4) The sale of the property or asset within one year is probable and will qualify for accounting purposes as a sale; 5) The asset is being actively marketed for sale at a price that is reasonable in relation to its current fair value; and 6) Actions required to complete the plan of sale indicate that it is unlikely that significant changes to the plan will be made or that the plan will be withdrawn. Management consulted with the real estate brokers for these properties and reviewed the recent interest for each property. Based on our consultations and review, we believe that the sale of these properties within one year is probable. We concluded that all of these criteria have been met for these properties and that they are appropriately classified as held for sale in current assets.

Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properties

Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properties	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Oil and Gas Property [Abstract]
Oil and Gas Properties [Text Block]	Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properties Brenham uses the full cost method of accounting for oil and gas producing activities. Costs to acquire mineral interests in oil and gas properties, to drill and equip exploratory wells used to find proved reserves, and to drill and equip development wells, including directly related overhead costs and related asset retirement costs are capitalized. Properties not subject to amortization consist of exploration and development costs that are evaluated on a property-by-property basis. Amortization of these unproved property costs begins when the properties become proved, or their values become impaired and the corresponding costs are added to the capitalized costs subject to amortization. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2015, depletion of oil and gas properties of $189 and $574, respectively was recorded. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, depletion of oil and gas properties of $472 and $1,293, respectively, was recorded. Costs of oil and gas properties are amortized using the units of production method. Sales of oil and natural gas properties are accounted for as adjustments to the net full cost pool, and generally, no gain or loss is recognized. In applying the full cost method, Brenham performs an impairment test (ceiling test) at each reporting date, whereby the carrying value of oil and gas properties is compared to the "estimated present value" of its proved reserves discounted at a 10-percent interest rate of future net revenues, based on current economic and operating conditions at the end of the period, plus the cost of properties not being amortized, plus the lower of cost or fair market value of unproved properties included in costs being amortized, less the income tax effects related to book and tax basis differences of the properties. If capitalized costs exceed this limit, the excess is charged as an impairment expense. During the nine months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, impairment of oil and gas properties of $20,000 and $0 was recorded, respectively. As of September 30, 2015 As of December 31, 2014 Royalty interest in 24 acres in Washington County, Texas (a) $ - $ - Royalty interest in 700 acres in the Permian Basin (b) 8,400 8,400 10% working interest in the Pierce Junction Field (c) 87,500 87,500 Lease of 394 acres in the Gillock Field (d) 83,500 83,500 Lease of 332 acres in Inez Prospect (e) - 250,000 Capitalized asset retirement costs 5,122 4,003 Total oil and gas properties 184,522 433,403 Accumulated depletion (4,536 ) (3,962 ) Net capitalized costs $ 179,986 $ 429,441 a) Lease of 332 acres in the Inez Prospect - party to acquire a 332-acre oil and gas lease, the "Inez Prospect," located in Victoria County, Texas, and the #1 Roberts Unit well-bore, and all the down-hole equipment and surface equipment associated therewith. On April 10, 2014, the Company and the third party entered into a prospect and lease acquisition agreement. Pursuant to the agreement, the Company agreed to acquire 100% of the working interest for a total purchase price of $250,000, consisting of a $20,000 deposit, which was paid during the year ended December 31, 2014, and a payment of the remaining $230,000 prior to the beginning of any exploration which is recorded in accounts payable and accrued expenses at December 31, 2014. The Company wrote the asset and related liabilities off in full during the nine months ended September 30, 2015 as the Company determined the asset was fully impaired.

Note 7 - Property and Equipment

Note 7 - Property and Equipment	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Property, Plant and Equipment Disclosure [Text Block]	Note 7 - Property and Equipment Major classes of property and equipment together with their estimated useful lives, consisted of the following: Years September 30, 2015 December 31, 2014 Building and improvements 20 $ 38,975 $ 38,975 Machinery and equipment 7-15 - 2,035 Office equipment and furniture 7 103,500 101,467 Total 142,475 142,476 Less accumulated depreciation (118,392 ) (117,061 ) Net property and equipment $ 24,083 $ 25,415 Depreciation expense during the nine months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014 was $1,331 and $12,423, respectively.

Note 8 - Debt

Note 8 - Debt	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]
Long-term Debt [Text Block]	Note 8 - Debt Debt consisted of the following: September 30, December 31, 2015 2014 Note payable to a bank; interest at 7.25%; paid in full in March 2015. $ - $ 317,027 Note payable to a bank, due in monthly installments, with interest at 12.5%, with a principal balance due in September 30, 2017, secured by the Company's real property. Daniel Dror, Chairman and CEO of American, is a personal guarantor of this note payable. 150,000 149,201 Note payable to a bank. (a) 223,780 229,960 Note payable; non-interest bearing; paid in full in April 2015. (b) - 131,081 Subtotal 373,780 827,269 Less current portion (18,544 ) (372,983 ) Total $ 355,236 $ 454,286 (a) On February 24, 2014, the Company entered into a promissory note agreement. The note bears interest at 12.5% and payments of $3,444 are owed monthly for 35 months, beginning in March 2014, and a payment for the remainder of the note payable is due during the 36 th (b) On April 24, 2015, The Company settled American International Industries, Inc. and Daniel Dror v. Scott and Maria Wolinsky.

Note 9 - Commitments and Contin

Note 9 - Commitments and Contingencies	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]	Note 9 - Commitments and Contingencies Legal American International Industries, Inc. v. Juan Carlos Martinez. American International Industries, Inc. and Daniel Dror v. Scott and Maria Wolinsky. As of December 31, 2014, the Company owed Scott Wolinsky $131,081 pursuant to the promissory note. On April 24, 2015, The Company settled American International Industries, Inc. and Daniel Dror v. Scott and Maria Wolinsky. Guarantee Liability During the year ending December 31, 2014, the Company's subsidiary, NPI, entered into a revolving line of credit agreement secured by the assets of NPI and guaranteed by Daniel Dror and the Company. The balance owed by NPI under this line of credit was $1,512,542 as of December 31, 2014. The Company sold NPI during the nine months ended September 30, 2015. The buyer of NPI has informed the Company that the Company's obligation for this guarantee is $570,095 which the Company has recorded in accounts payable and accrued expenses. Each of American's subsidiaries that have outstanding notes payable has secured such notes by that subsidiary's property and equipment and is guaranteed by American.

Note 10 - Capital Stock and Sto

Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Disclosure Text Block Supplement [Abstract]
Shareholders' Equity and Share-based Payments [Text Block]	Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options American is authorized to issue up to 1,000,000 shares of Preferred Stock, $0.001 par value per share, of which 1,000 shares are presently outstanding. The Preferred Stock may be issued in one or more series, the terms of which may be determined at the time of issuance by the Board of Directors, without further action by stockholders, and may include voting rights (including the right to vote as a series on particular matters), preferences as to dividends and liquidation, conversion, redemption rights and sinking fund provisions. During 2011, the Company issued to Daniel Dror, CEO, of 1,000 shares of the Company's Series A Preferred Stock in exchange for his personal guarantee on certain loans of American. The Series A Preferred Stock, as amended, has the right to vote in aggregate, on all shareholder matters votes equal to 30% of the total shareholder vote on any and all shareholder matters. The Series A Preferred Stock will be entitled to this 30% voting right no matter how many shares of common stock or other voting stock of American are issued or outstanding in the future. For example, if there are 10,000 shares of American's common stock issued and outstanding at the time of a shareholder vote, the holder of the Series A Preferred Stock (Mr. Dror), voting separately as a class, will have the right to vote an aggregate of 4,286 shares, out of a total number of 14,286 shares voting. Additionally, American shall not adopt any amendments to American's Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation, as amended, make any changes to the Certificate of Designations establishing the Series A Preferred Stock, or effect any reclassification of the Series A Preferred Stock, without the affirmative vote of at least 66-2/3% of the outstanding shares of Series A Preferred Stock. American is authorized to issue up to 50,000,000 shares of Common Stock, $0.001 par value per share, of which 103,680 are reserved for issuance pursuant to the exercise of options pursuant to an employment agreement with American's Chairman and CEO. During the nine months ended September 30, 2015, American and its subsidiaries issued the following shares as stock-based compensation: American issued 20,000 shares of common stock valued at $17,000 for legal fees. American issued 5,000 shares of common stock valued at $4,200 for legal fees. American issued 10,000 shares of common stock valued at $8,600 for director fees. American issued 10,000 shares of common stock valued at $8,600 for director fees. American repurchased 46,307 shares of common stock for $35,037 from third parties. American issued 15,000 shares of common stock valued at $10,050 for legal fees. American canceled 260,530 treasury shares with a par value of $261 and $260,269 of additional paid-in capital. American purchased treasury stock for $35,037. During the nine months ended September 30, 2014, American and its subsidiaries issued the following shares as stock-based compensation: American issued 10,000 shares of common stock valued at $17,900 to its CEO as a bonus. American issued 10,000 shares of common stock valued at $17,900 for consulting services. American issued 10,000 shares of common stock valued at $17,900 for director fees. American issued 18,000 shares of common stock valued at $25,920 for legal fees. American issued 9,000 shares of common stock valued at $11,700 to employees for bonuses. American issued 100,000 shares of common stock valued $124,000 to its CEO for being the personal guarantor on Company loans. American issued 120,000 shares of common stock valued at $150,000 to a related party for acquisition of real estate. American purchased treasury stock for $19,024.

Note 11 - Related Parties

Note 11 - Related Parties	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block]	Note 11 - Related Parties As of September 30, 2015 and December 31, 2014, the Company owed related parties $131,124 and $235,124, respectively. As of September 30, 2015 and December 31, 2014, the Company owes Daniel Dror II $300,000 in connection with real estate acquired in 2014.

Note 12 - Sale of Discontinued

Note 12 - Sale of Discontinued Operations	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Disclosure [Text Block]	Note 12 - Sale of Discontinued Operations During the fourth quarter of 2014, the Company determined that it would cease all operations and sell its subsidiary, NPI. During the nine months ended September 30, 2015, the Company completed the sale of NPI to Realamerica Corporation ("RC), a related party. RC paid the Company $10 for 100% of the shares of NPI. The summarized operating results for discontinued operations is as follows: For the Three Months Ended September 30, For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2015 2014 2015 2014 Revenues $ — $ 2,309,413 $ — $ 5,126,749 Cost of revenues — (1,911,965 ) — (4,015,654 ) Selling, general and administrative — (563,448 ) — (1,543,477 ) Impairment of assets — — — - Total costs and expenses — (2,475,413 ) — (5,559,131 ) Operating loss — (166,000 ) — (432,382) Other income (expenses): Interest expense — (53,703 ) — (125,049 ) Income tax expense — (2,000 ) — (5,445 ) Other income — 13,950 — - Total other expenses — (55,703 ) — (144,444 ) Loss from discontinued operations $ — $ (207,753 ) $ — $ (562,876 ) Summary of assets and liabilities of discontinued operations is as follows: September 30, 2015 December 31, 2014 Current assets Cash and cash equivalents $ — $ 52,295 Accounts receivable, net — 531,604 Inventories, net — 1,473,363 Other current assets — 39,579 Total current assets of discontinued operations $ — $ 2,096,841 Non-current assets Property and equipment, net $ — $ 10,113 Patents, trademarks and tooling, net — 144,283 Goodwill — 254,798 Total non-current assets of discontinued operations $ — $ 409,194 Current liabilities Accounts payable and accrued expenses $ — $ 492,395 Total current liabilities of discontinued operations $ — $ 492,395 Long-term liabilities Long-term debt $ — $ 1,512,542 Deferred revenue — 464,798 Other — 36,300 Total long-term liabilities of discontinued operations $ — $ 2,013,640

Note 13 - Segment Information

Note 13 - Segment Information	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block]	Note 13 - Segment Information American International Industries, Inc. is a holding company and has the following reporting segments: American International Holdings Corp. ("AMIH") - a 93.2% owned subsidiary, is a non-operating company. American International Texas Properties, Inc. ("AITP") - a wholly-owned real estate subsidiary, with real estate holdings in Harris, Galveston, and Waller Counties in Texas. Brenham Oil & Gas ("BOG") - a 51.0% owned subsidiary that currently owns oil and gas properties. Through BOG, American is engaged in negotiations with financial institutions for the purpose of financing potential acquisitions of existing oil and gas properties and reserves. The Company is seeking to acquire a portfolio of oil and gas assets in North America and West Africa and large oil concessions in West Africa. Corporate overhead - American's investment holdings including financing current operations and expansion of its current holdings as well as evaluating the feasibility of entering into additional businesses. The accounting policies of the segments are the same as those described in the summary of significant accounting policies. American evaluates performances based on profit or loss from operations before income taxes, not including nonrecurring gains and losses and foreign exchange gains and losses. American's reportable segments are strategic business units that offer different technology and marketing strategies. Most of the businesses were acquired as subsidiaries and the management at the time of the acquisition was retained. American's areas of operations are principally in the United States. No single foreign country or geographic area is currently significant to the consolidated financial statements. Consolidated revenues from external customers, operating loss, depreciation and amortization expense, interest expense, capital expenditures, and identifiable assets were as follows: For the Three Months Ended September 30, For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2015 2014 2015 2014 Revenues: Brenham Oil & Gas $ 1,726 $ 9,016 $ 5,736 $ 25,080 Total revenues $ 1,726 $ 9,016 $ 5,736 $ 25,080 Operating income (loss) from continuing operations: AMIH $ (34,169 ) $ (37,939 ) $ (98,903 ) $ (97,582 ) AITP (4,648 ) 979,068 (73,066 ) 855,221 Brenham Oil & Gas (35,157 ) (50,744 ) (135,021 ) (154,376 ) Corporate (171,641 ) 74,900 (1,042,504 ) (469,995 ) Operating loss from continuing operations (245,615 ) 965,285 (1,355,230 ) 133,268 Other income (expense) from continuing operations (43,515 ) (248,190 ) (394,426 ) 70,354 Net loss from continuing operations $ (289,130 ) $ 717,095 $ (1,743,920 ) $ 203,622 For the Three Months Ended September 30, For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2015 2014 2015 2014 Interest Expense: AITP $ 24,099 $ 15,260 $ 62,026 $ 29,010 Corporate (4,376 ) 773 3,272 30,971 Total interest expense $ 19,723 $ 16,033 $ 65,298 $ 59,981 Capital Expenditures: AITP $ - $ - $ - $ 220,000 Brenham Oil & Gas - - - 20,000 Total capital expenditures $ - $ - $ - $ 240,000 September 30, 2015 December 31, 2014 Identifiable Assets: AITP $ 6,982,183 $ 8,127,326 AMIH 2,545 120 Brenham Oil & Gas 186,483 435,441 Corporate 878,396 1,586,228 Total identifiable assets $ 8,049,607 $ 10,149,115

Accounting Policies, by Policy

Accounting Policies, by Policy (Policies)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Basis of Accounting, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Organization, Ownership and Business American International Industries, Inc., a Nevada Corporation, operates as a diversified holding company with a number of wholly-owned subsidiaries and some partially owned subsidiaries. American is a diversified corporation with interests in industrial/commercial companies and an oil and gas service business. American's business strategy is to acquire controlling equity interests in businesses that it considers undervalued. American's management takes an active role in providing its subsidiaries with access to capital, leveraging synergies and providing management expertise in order to improve its subsidiaries' growth.
Consolidation, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Principles of Consolidation The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of American and its wholly-owned subsidiaries American International Texas Properties, Inc. ("AITP"), American International Holdings Corp. ("AMIH"), formerly Delta Seaboard International, Inc. ("Delta"), in which American holds a 93.2% shareholder interest, and Brenham Oil & Gas Corp. ("BOG"), in which American holds a 51.0% interest. All significant intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation.
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Management's Estimates and Assumptions The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses. Actual results could differ from these estimates.
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Cash and Cash Equivalents American considers cash and equivalents to include cash on hand and certificates of deposits with banks with an original maturity of three months or less, that American intends to convert.
Loans and Leases Receivable, Allowance for Loan Losses Policy [Policy Text Block]	Notes Receivable Notes receivable are carried at the expected net realizable value. Impairment of notes receivable is based on management's continued assessment of the collectability of debtors.
Marketable Securities, Trading Securities, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Investment Securities American accounts for its investments in accordance with ASC 320-10, "Investments in Debt and Equity Securities." Management determines the appropriate classification of its investments in marketable securities at the time of purchase and reevaluates such determination at each balance sheet date. Securities that are bought and held principally for the purpose of selling them in the near term are classified as trading securities. Debt securities for which American does not have the intent or ability to hold to maturity and equity securities not classified as trading securities are classified as available-for-sale. The cost of investments sold is determined on the specific identification or the first-in, first-out method. Trading securities are reported at fair value with unrealized gains and losses recognized in earnings, and available-for-sale securities are also reported at fair value but unrealized gains and losses are included in stockholders' equity. Management determines fair value of its investments based on quoted market prices at each balance sheet date.
Oil and Gas Properties Policy [Policy Text Block]	Oil and Gas Properties, Full Cost Method BOG uses the full cost method of accounting for oil and gas producing activities. Costs to acquire mineral interests in oil and gas properties, to drill and equip exploratory wells used to find proved reserves, and to drill and equip development wells including directly related overhead costs and related asset retirement costs are capitalized. Under this method, all costs, including internal costs directly related to acquisition, exploration and development activities, are capitalized as oil and gas property costs. Properties not subject to amortization consist of exploration and development costs that are evaluated on a property-by-property basis. Amortization of these unproved property costs begins when the properties become proved or their values become impaired. BOG assesses overall values of unproved properties, if any, on at least an annual basis or when there has been an indication that impairment in value may have occurred. Impairment of unproved properties is assessed based on management's intention with regard to future development of individually significant properties and the ability of BOG to obtain funds to finance their programs. If the results of an assessment indicate that the properties are impaired, the amount of the impairment is added to the capitalized costs to be amortized. Under this method, sales of oil and natural gas properties are accounted for as adjustments to the net full cost pool with no gain or loss recognized, unless the adjustment would significantly alter the relationship between capitalized costs and proved reserves. If it is determined that the relationship is significantly altered, the corresponding gain or loss will be recognized in the consolidated statements of operations. Ceiling Test In applying the full cost method, BOG performs an impairment test (ceiling test) at each reporting date, whereby the carrying value of oil and gas properties is compared to the "estimated present value" of its proved reserves, discounted at a 10-percent interest rate of future net revenues, based on current economic and operating conditions at the end of the period, plus the cost of properties not being amortized, plus the lower of cost or fair market value of unproved properties included in costs being amortized, less the income tax effects related to book and tax basis differences of the properties. If capitalized costs exceed this limit, the excess is charged as an impairment expense. There was no ceiling test write-down recorded during the three months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014.
Property, Plant and Equipment, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Property, Plant, Equipment, Depreciation, Amortization and Long-Lived Assets Long-lived assets include: Property, Plant and Equipment - Assets acquired in the normal course of business are recorded at original cost and may be adjusted for any additional significant improvements after purchase. We depreciate the cost evenly over the assets' estimated useful lives. Upon retirement or sale, the cost of the assets disposed of and the related accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts, with any resultant gain or loss being recognized as a component of other income or expense. Identifiable intangible assets - These assets are recorded at acquisition cost. Intangible assets with finite lives are amortized evenly over their estimated useful lives. At least annually, we review all long-lived assets for impairment. When necessary, we record changes for impairments of long-lived assets for the amount by which the present value of future cash flows, or some other fair value measure, is less than the carrying value of these assets.
Revenue Recognition, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Revenue Recognition Revenue is recognized when the earnings process is completed, the risks and rewards of ownership have transferred to the customer, which is generally the same day as delivery or shipment of the product, the price to the buyer is fixed or determinable, and collection is reasonably assured.
Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Income Taxes American is a taxable entity and recognizes deferred tax assets and liabilities for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax basis. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to be in effect when the temporary differences reverse. The effect on the deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the year that includes the enactment date of the rate change. A valuation allowance is used to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount that is more likely than not to be realized. Interest and penalties associated with income taxes are included in selling, general and administrative expense. American has adopted ASC 740-10 "Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes," which prescribes a comprehensive model of how a company should recognize, measure, present, and disclose in its financial statements uncertain tax positions that the company has taken or expects to take on a tax return. ASC 740-10 states that a tax benefit from an uncertain position may be recognized if it is "more likely than not" that the position is sustainable, based upon its technical merits. The tax benefit of a qualifying position is the largest amount of tax benefit that is greater than 50 percent likely of being realized upon ultimate settlement with a taxing authority having full knowledge of all relevant information. As of September 30, 2015, American had not recorded any tax benefits from uncertain tax positions.
Earnings Per Share, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Net Income (Loss) Per Common Share The basic net income (loss) per common share is computed by dividing the net loss by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during a period. Diluted net loss per common share is computed by dividing the net loss, adjusted on an as if converted basis, by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding plus potential dilutive securities. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2015 and 2014, the Company had no potential dilutive securities outstanding.
Advertising Costs, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Advertising Costs The cost of advertising is expensed as incurred.
Share-based Compensation, Option and Incentive Plans Policy [Policy Text Block]	Stock-Based Compensation American sometimes grants shares of stock for goods and services and in conjunction with certain agreements. These grants are accounted for based on the grant date fair values.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Fair Value of Financial Instruments Effective January 1, Basis of Fair Value Measurement Level 1 Observable inputs that reflect quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets. Level 2 Inputs reflect quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in markets that are not active; quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets; inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or the liability; or inputs that are derived principally from or corroborated by observable market data by correlation or other means. Level 3 Unobservable inputs reflecting American's own assumptions incorporated in valuation techniques used to determine fair value. These assumptions are required to be consistent with market participant assumptions that are reasonably available. American believes that the fair value of its financial instruments comprising cash, accounts receivable, notes receivable, accounts payable, and notes payable approximate their carrying amounts. The interest rates payable by American on its notes payable approximate market rates. The fair values of American's Level 1 financial assets, marketable securities - available for sale, are based on quoted market prices of the identical underlying security. As of September 30, 2015 and December 31, 2014, American did not have any significant Level 2 or 3 financial assets or liabilities. The following tables provide fair value measurement information for American's marketable securities - available for sale: As of September 30, 2015 Fair Value Measurements Using: Carrying Amount Total Fair Value Quoted Prices in Active Markets (Level 1) Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) Financial Assets: Marketable Securities - available for sale $ 2,600 $ 2,600 $ 2,600 $ - $ - Marketable securities - trading $ 28,368 $ 28,368 $ 28,368 $ - $ - As of December 31, 2014 Fair Value Measurements Using: Carrying Amount Total Fair Value Quoted Prices in Active Markets (Level 1) Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) Financial Assets: Marketable Securities - available for sale $ 63,250 $ 63,250 $ 63,250 $ - $ -
Subsequent Events, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Subsequent Events American has evaluated all transactions from September 30, 2015 through the financial statement issuance date for subsequent event disclosure consideration.
Reclassification, Policy [Policy Text Block]	Reclassifications Certain balances from the prior period have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation.
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]	New Accounting Pronouncements There were various accounting standards and interpretations issued recently, none of which are expected to a have a material impact on our consolidated financial position, operations or cash flows.

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Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Table Text Block]	Carrying Amount Total Fair Value Quoted Prices in Active Markets (Level 1) Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) Financial Assets: Marketable Securities - available for sale $ 2,600 $ 2,600 $ 2,600 $ - $ - Marketable securities - trading $ 28,368 $ 28,368 $ 28,368 $ - $ - Carrying Amount Total Fair Value Quoted Prices in Active Markets (Level 1) Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) Financial Assets: Marketable Securities - available for sale $ 63,250 $ 63,250 $ 63,250 $ - $ -

Note 4 - Notes Receivable (Tabl

Note 4 - Notes Receivable (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Receivables [Abstract]
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table Text Block]	Note receivables consist of the following: September 30, December 31, 2015 2014 Unsecured note receivable for the sale of a former subsidiary (a) $ 281,073 $ 281,073 First lien note receivable (b) - 2,000,000 Unsecured note receivable (c) 565,902 570,193 Total notes receivable 846,975 2,851,266 Reserve due to uncertainty of collectability (19,523 ) (19,523 ) Subtotal 827,452 2,831,743 Less: current portion (60,000 ) (2,346,053 ) Long-term notes receivable $ 767,452 $ 485,690 (a) Sale of Marald, Inc., principal and interest due monthly through September 1, 2022. (b) First lien note receivable due August 25, 2016 . (c) Unsecured note receivable due April 1, 2018.

Note 5 - Real Estate Held for22

Note 5 - Real Estate Held for Sale (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Real Estate [Abstract]
Schedule of Real Estate Properties [Table Text Block]	Real estate held for sale consisted of the following: September 30, December 31, 2015 2014 65 acres in Galveston County, Texas $ 520,382 $ 520,382 1.705 acres in Galveston County, Texas 460,000 460,000 Dawn Condominium units on the waterfront in Galveston, Texas; 6 units as of September 30, 2015 and December 31, 2014, respectively 788,033 788,032 96 acres - vacant commercial use land in Galveston County, Texas 1,211,000 1,211,000 22 acres - vacant mixed use land in Houston, Texas (a) - 1,661,657 31 acres - vacant mixed use land in Houston, Texas 1,772,564 1,772,564 $ 4,751,979 $ 6,413,635 (a) 22 acres- vacant mixed use land in Houston„ Texas -

Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properti23

Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properties (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Oil and Gas Property [Abstract]
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities Disclosure [Table Text Block]	Below are the components of oil and gas properties balance: As of September 30, 2015 As of December 31, 2014 Royalty interest in 24 acres in Washington County, Texas (a) $ - $ - Royalty interest in 700 acres in the Permian Basin (b) 8,400 8,400 10% working interest in the Pierce Junction Field (c) 87,500 87,500 Lease of 394 acres in the Gillock Field (d) 83,500 83,500 Lease of 332 acres in Inez Prospect (e) - 250,000 Capitalized asset retirement costs 5,122 4,003 Total oil and gas properties 184,522 433,403 Accumulated depletion (4,536 ) (3,962 ) Net capitalized costs $ 179,986 $ 429,441 a) Lease of 332 acres in the Inez Prospect - party to acquire a 332-acre oil and gas lease, the "Inez Prospect," located in Victoria County, Texas, and the #1 Roberts Unit well-bore, and all the down-hole equipment and surface equipment associated therewith. On April 10, 2014, the Company and the third party entered into a prospect and lease acquisition agreement. Pursuant to the agreement, the Company agreed to acquire 100% of the working interest for a total purchase price of $250,000, consisting of a $20,000 deposit, which was paid during the year ended December 31, 2014, and a payment of the remaining $230,000 prior to the beginning of any exploration which is recorded in accounts payable and accrued expenses at December 31, 2014. The Company wrote the asset and related liabilities off in full during the nine months ended September 30, 2015 as the Company determined the asset was fully impaired.

Note 7 - Property and Equipme24

Note 7 - Property and Equipment (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table Text Block]	Major classes of property and equipment together with their estimated useful lives, consisted of the following: Years September 30, 2015 December 31, 2014 Building and improvements 20 $ 38,975 $ 38,975 Machinery and equipment 7-15 - 2,035 Office equipment and furniture 7 103,500 101,467 Total 142,475 142,476 Less accumulated depreciation (118,392 ) (117,061 ) Net property and equipment $ 24,083 $ 25,415

Note 8 - Debt (Tables)

Note 8 - Debt (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]
Schedule of Debt [Table Text Block]	Debt consisted of the following: September 30, December 31, 2015 2014 Note payable to a bank; interest at 7.25%; paid in full in March 2015. $ - $ 317,027 Note payable to a bank, due in monthly installments, with interest at 12.5%, with a principal balance due in September 30, 2017, secured by the Company's real property. Daniel Dror, Chairman and CEO of American, is a personal guarantor of this note payable. 150,000 149,201 Note payable to a bank. (a) 223,780 229,960 Note payable; non-interest bearing; paid in full in April 2015. (b) - 131,081 Subtotal 373,780 827,269 Less current portion (18,544 ) (372,983 ) Total $ 355,236 $ 454,286 (a) On February 24, 2014, the Company entered into a promissory note agreement. The note bears interest at 12.5% and payments of $3,444 are owed monthly for 35 months, beginning in March 2014, and a payment for the remainder of the note payable is due during the 36 th (b) On April 24, 2015, The Company settled American International Industries, Inc. and Daniel Dror v. Scott and Maria Wolinsky.

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Note 12 - Sale of Discontinued Operations (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Assets and Liabilities of Discontinued Operations [Member]
Note 12 - Sale of Discontinued Operations (Tables) [Line Items]
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table Text Block]	Summary of assets and liabilities of discontinued operations is as follows: September 30, 2015 December 31, 2014 Current assets Cash and cash equivalents $ — $ 52,295 Accounts receivable, net — 531,604 Inventories, net — 1,473,363 Other current assets — 39,579 Total current assets of discontinued operations $ — $ 2,096,841 Non-current assets Property and equipment, net $ — $ 10,113 Patents, trademarks and tooling, net — 144,283 Goodwill — 254,798 Total non-current assets of discontinued operations $ — $ 409,194 Current liabilities Accounts payable and accrued expenses $ — $ 492,395 Total current liabilities of discontinued operations $ — $ 492,395 Long-term liabilities Long-term debt $ — $ 1,512,542 Deferred revenue — 464,798 Other — 36,300 Total long-term liabilities of discontinued operations $ — $ 2,013,640
Operating Results for Discontinued Operations [Member]
Note 12 - Sale of Discontinued Operations (Tables) [Line Items]
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Table Text Block]	The summarized operating results for discontinued operations is as follows: For the Three Months Ended September 30, For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2015 2014 2015 2014 Revenues $ — $ 2,309,413 $ — $ 5,126,749 Cost of revenues — (1,911,965 ) — (4,015,654 ) Selling, general and administrative — (563,448 ) — (1,543,477 ) Impairment of assets — — — - Total costs and expenses — (2,475,413 ) — (5,559,131 ) Operating loss — (166,000 ) — (432,382) Other income (expenses): Interest expense — (53,703 ) — (125,049 ) Income tax expense — (2,000 ) — (5,445 ) Other income — 13,950 — - Total other expenses — (55,703 ) — (144,444 ) Loss from discontinued operations $ — $ (207,753 ) $ — $ (562,876 )

Note 13 - Segment Information (

Note 13 - Segment Information (Tables)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block]	Consolidated revenues from external customers, operating loss, depreciation and amortization expense, interest expense, capital expenditures, and identifiable assets were as follows: For the Three Months Ended September 30, For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2015 2014 2015 2014 Revenues: Brenham Oil & Gas $ 1,726 $ 9,016 $ 5,736 $ 25,080 Total revenues $ 1,726 $ 9,016 $ 5,736 $ 25,080 Operating income (loss) from continuing operations: AMIH $ (34,169 ) $ (37,939 ) $ (98,903 ) $ (97,582 ) AITP (4,648 ) 979,068 (73,066 ) 855,221 Brenham Oil & Gas (35,157 ) (50,744 ) (135,021 ) (154,376 ) Corporate (171,641 ) 74,900 (1,042,504 ) (469,995 ) Operating loss from continuing operations (245,615 ) 965,285 (1,355,230 ) 133,268 Other income (expense) from continuing operations (43,515 ) (248,190 ) (394,426 ) 70,354 Net loss from continuing operations $ (289,130 ) $ 717,095 $ (1,743,920 ) $ 203,622 For the Three Months Ended September 30, For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2015 2014 2015 2014 Interest Expense: AITP $ 24,099 $ 15,260 $ 62,026 $ 29,010 Corporate (4,376 ) 773 3,272 30,971 Total interest expense $ 19,723 $ 16,033 $ 65,298 $ 59,981 Capital Expenditures: AITP $ - $ - $ - $ 220,000 Brenham Oil & Gas - - - 20,000 Total capital expenditures $ - $ - $ - $ 240,000 September 30, 2015 December 31, 2014 Identifiable Assets: AITP $ 6,982,183 $ 8,127,326 AMIH 2,545 120 Brenham Oil & Gas 186,483 435,441 Corporate 878,396 1,586,228 Total identifiable assets $ 8,049,607 $ 10,149,115

Note 1 - Summary of Significa28

Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - shares	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014
Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]
Fair Value Inputs, Discount Rate	10.00%
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount (in Shares)	0	0
American International Holdings Corp. [Member]
Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	93.20%
Brenham Oil & Gas [Member]
Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	51.00%

Note 1 - Summary of Significa29

Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis - USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Financial Assets:
Marketable securities - trading	$ 28,368	$ 0
Available-for-sale Securities [Member]
Financial Assets:
Marketable Securities - available for sale, Carrying Amount	2,600	63,250
Marketable Securities - available for sale, Fair Value	2,600	63,250
Equity Securities [Member]
Financial Assets:
Marketable securities - trading	28,368
Marketable securities - trading	28,368
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member] | Available-for-sale Securities [Member]
Financial Assets:
Marketable Securities - available for sale, Fair Value	2,600	63,250
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Financial Assets:
Marketable securities - trading	28,368
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Available-for-sale Securities [Member]
Financial Assets:
Marketable Securities - available for sale, Fair Value	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Financial Assets:
Marketable securities - trading	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] | Available-for-sale Securities [Member]
Financial Assets:
Marketable Securities - available for sale, Fair Value	0	$ 0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Financial Assets:
Marketable securities - trading	$ 0

Note 3 - Trading Securities a30

Note 3 - Trading Securities and Marketable Securities - Available for Sale (Details) - USD ($)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2014
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]
Trading Securities, Change in Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss)	$ 27,798	$ (160,295)	$ (138,182)	$ (213,143)
Trading Securities, Realized Gain (Loss)	(67,878)	(90,912)	(235,748)	(41,494)
Available-for-sale Securities, Noncurrent	$ 2,600		$ 2,600		$ 63,250
Share Price (in Dollars per share)	$ 0.20		$ 0.20
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Holding Gain (Loss) on Securities Arising During Period, Net of Tax	$ 650	$ 16,250	$ (60,650)	$ 43,550

Note 4 - Notes Receivable (Deta

Note 4 - Notes Receivable (Details)	Jul. 25, 2014USD ($)a	Apr. 01, 2013USD ($)	Jul. 31, 2012USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2015USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2014USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2015USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2014USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2014USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2011USD ($)
Note 4 - Notes Receivable (Details) [Line Items]
Allowance for Notes and Loans Receivable, Current and Noncurrent				$ 19,523		$ 19,523		$ 19,523
Investment Income, Interest				$ 1,152	$ 18,021	$ 9,753	$ 25,838
Notes Receivable [Member] | Marald, Inc. [Member]
Note 4 - Notes Receivable (Details) [Line Items]
Note Receivable, Maturity Date			Sep. 1, 2022
Note Receivable, Face Amount			$ 300,000
Note Receivable, Face Amount After Discount			$ 200,000
First Lien Note Receivable [Member] | Notes Receivable [Member]
Note 4 - Notes Receivable (Details) [Line Items]
Note Receivable, Maturity Date	Aug. 25, 2016
Note Receivable, Face Amount	$ 2,000,000
Area of Land (in Acres) | a	174
Unsecured Note Receivable [Member] | Notes Receivable [Member]
Note 4 - Notes Receivable (Details) [Line Items]
Note Receivable, Maturity Date		Apr. 1, 2018
Note Receivable, Face Amount		$ 620,000							$ 601,300
Notes and Loans Receivable, Guarantee Value									$ 4,193,566
Payments to Acquire Notes Receivable		10
Note Receivable, Periodic Payment		$ 5,000

Note 4 - Notes Receivable (De32

Note 4 - Notes Receivable (Details) - Schedule of Notes Receivable - USD ($)		Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]
Notes receivable		$ 846,975	$ 2,851,266
Reserve due to uncertainty of collectability		(19,523)	(19,523)
Subtotal		827,452	2,831,743
Less: current portion		(60,000)	(2,346,053)
Long-term notes receivable		767,452	485,690
Notes Receivable [Member] | Marald, Inc. [Member]
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]
Notes receivable	[1]	281,073	281,073
First Lien Note Receivable [Member] | Notes Receivable [Member]
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]
Notes receivable	[2]	0	2,000,000
Unsecured Note Receivable [Member] | Notes Receivable [Member]
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]
Notes receivable	[3]	$ 565,902	$ 570,193
[1]	Sale of Marald, Inc., principal and interest due monthly through September 1, 2022. The original note was for $300,000 and was discounted to $200,000 for the receipt of full payment on or before October 25, 2007. In July 2012, payments began under a new extension and renewal agreement for the note balance plus accrued interest, with the payment terms indicated above. Since April 2013, no payments have been received on this note. American has filed a lawsuit for the total amount owed plus interest and attorney's fees. The Company believes this receivable is fully collectible, but has classified the receivable as long-term at September 30, 2015 and December 31, 2014.
[2]	First lien note receivable due August 25, 2016. AITP sold its 174 acres in Waller County, Texas, which closed on July, 25, 2014. In connection with the close, the Company entered into a promissory note receivable with the purchaser of the aforementioned property for $2,000,000. This receivable was paid in full in January 2015.
[3]	Unsecured note receivable due April 1, 2018. This note was issued for $601,300. This note was previously owed by Southwest Gulf Coast Properties, Inc. ("SWGCP") resulting from closing costs, principal and interest paid by American on the SWGCP loan at TXCB. In February, SWGCP obtained a judgment against Kentner Shell ("Shell"), who personally guaranteed the note, for $4,193,566 for matters related to these condominiums. On September 30, 2011, SWGCP assigned all of its interests in this judgment to American in exchange for this note and $10. On April 1, 2013, American and Shell executed a $620,000 note agreement whereby Shell will make monthly payments in the amount of $5,000, beginning May 1, 2013, with a balloon payment for the remaining amount owed due on or before April 1, 2018.

Note 5 - Real Estate Held for33

Note 5 - Real Estate Held for Sale (Details)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015USD ($)a	Sep. 30, 2014USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2015USD ($)a	Sep. 30, 2014USD ($)
Note 5 - Real Estate Held for Sale (Details) [Line Items]
Gains (Losses) on Sales of Investment Real Estate	$ 0	$ 1,491,091	$ 971	$ 1,470,012
Escrow Deposits Related to Property Sales			750,000
Noncash Contract Obligation Paid with Restricted Cash			130,645	$ 0
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents	$ 619,355		$ 619,355
Vacant Land in Houston, TX [Member]
Note 5 - Real Estate Held for Sale (Details) [Line Items]
Area of Land (in Acres) | a	22		22
Proceeds from Sale of Real Estate			$ 1,750,000

Note 5 - Real Estate Held for34

Note 5 - Real Estate Held for Sale (Details) - Schedule of Real Estate Properties Held for Sale - USD ($)		Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Real estate held for sale		$ 4,751,979	$ 6,413,635
Land in Galveston County, TX [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Real estate held for sale		520,382	520,382
Land in Galveston County, TX [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Real estate held for sale		460,000	460,000
Condominium Units in Galveston, TX [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Real estate held for sale		788,033	788,032
Commercial Land in Galveston County, TX [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Real estate held for sale		1,211,000	1,211,000
Vacant Land in Houston, TX [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Real estate held for sale	[1]	0	1,661,657
Vacant Land in Houston, TX [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Real estate held for sale		$ 1,772,564	$ 1,772,564
[1]	22 acres- vacant mixed use land in Houston Texas - During the nine months ended September 30, 2015, the Company sold 22 acres of vacant mixed use land for gross proceeds of $1,750,000 to a third party and recorded a $971 gain. The sale of the real estate triggered a clause in a previously executed agreement pursuant to which $750,000 of the sale proceeds was placed into an escrow account to serve as collateral for an agreement between a previously owned subsidiary (NPI) and a third party. As a result, $750,000 of the sale proceeds were placed in an escrow account to serve as a guarantee under the agreement. During the nine months ended September 30, 2015, the escrow account paid $130,645 in expenses which reduced the escrow account balance to $619,355.

Note 5 - Real Estate Held for35

Note 5 - Real Estate Held for Sale (Details) - Schedule of Real Estate Properties Held for Sale (Parentheticals)	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015a	Dec. 31, 2014a
Land in Galveston County, TX [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Acres	65	65
Land in Galveston County, TX [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Acres	1.705	1.705
Condominium Units in Galveston, TX [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Condominium units	6	6
Commercial Land in Galveston County, TX [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Acres	96	96
Vacant Land in Houston, TX [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Acres	22	22
Vacant Land in Houston, TX [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Acres	31	31

Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properti36

Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properties (Details)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015USD ($)a	Sep. 30, 2014USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2015USD ($)a	Sep. 30, 2014USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2014USD ($)a
Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properties (Details) [Line Items]
Depletion of Oil and Gas Properties	$ 189	$ 472	$ 574	$ 1,293
Fair Value Inputs, Discount Rate			10.00%
Impairment of Oil and Gas Properties	0	$ 0	$ 20,000	0
Gas and Oil Area, Developed, Gross (in Acres) | a					332
Payments to Acquire Oil and Gas Property			0	$ 20,000
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Current	$ 1,780,313		$ 1,780,313		$ 1,532,104
Inez Prospect Project [Member]
Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properties (Details) [Line Items]
Gas and Oil Area, Developed, Gross (in Acres) | a	332		332		332
Oil and Gas Working Interest					100.00%
Payments to Acquire Oil and Gas Property					$ 250,000
Security Deposit					20,000
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Current					$ 230,000

Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properti37

Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properties (Details) - Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities Disclosure - USD ($)		Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities, by Geographic Area [Line Items]
Oil and Gas Properties		$ 91,900	$ 341,900
Capitalized asset retirement costs		5,122	4,003
Total oil and gas properties		184,522	433,403
Accumulated depletion		(4,536)	(3,962)
Net capitalized costs		179,986	429,441
Washington County, TX Project [Member]
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities, by Geographic Area [Line Items]
Oil and Gas Properties		0	0
Permian Basin Project [Member]
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities, by Geographic Area [Line Items]
Oil and Gas Properties		8,400	8,400
Peirce Junction Field Project [Member]
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities, by Geographic Area [Line Items]
Oil and Gas Properties		87,500	87,500
Gillock Field Project [Member]
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities, by Geographic Area [Line Items]
Oil and Gas Properties		83,500	83,500
Inez Prospect Project [Member]
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities, by Geographic Area [Line Items]
Oil and Gas Properties	[1]	$ 0	$ 250,000
[1]	Lease of 332 acres in the Inez Prospect - On January 8, 2014, the Company entered into a letter of intent with a third party to acquire a 332-acre oil and gas lease, the "Inez Prospect," located in Victoria County, Texas, and the #1 Roberts Unit well-bore, and all the down-hole equipment and surface equipment associated therewith. On April 10, 2014, the Company and the third party entered into a prospect and lease acquisition agreement. Pursuant to the agreement, the Company agreed to acquire 100% of the working interest for a total purchase price of $250,000, consisting of a $20,000 deposit, which was paid during the year ended December 31, 2014, and a payment of the remaining $230,000 prior to the beginning of any exploration which is recorded in accounts payable and accrued expenses at December 31, 2014. The Company wrote the asset and related liabilities off in full during the nine months ended September 30, 2015 as the Company determined the asset was fully impaired.

Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properti38

Note 6 - Oil and Gas Properties (Details) - Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities Disclosure (Parentheticals) - a	Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities, by Geographic Area [Line Items]
Acres		332
Washington County, TX Project [Member]
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities, by Geographic Area [Line Items]
Acres	24	24
Permian Basin Project [Member]
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities, by Geographic Area [Line Items]
Acres	700	700
Peirce Junction Field Project [Member]
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities, by Geographic Area [Line Items]
Working interest	10.00%	10.00%
Gillock Field Project [Member]
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities, by Geographic Area [Line Items]
Acres	394	394
Inez Prospect Project [Member]
Capitalized Costs Relating to Oil and Gas Producing Activities, by Geographic Area [Line Items]
Acres	332	332
Working interest		100.00%

Note 7 - Property and Equipme39

Note 7 - Property and Equipment (Details) - USD ($)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Depreciation	$ 1,331	$ 12,423

Note 7 - Property and Equipme40

Note 7 - Property and Equipment (Details) - Schedule of Property, Plant and Equipment - USD ($)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	$ 142,475	$ 142,476
Less accumulated depreciation	(118,392)	(117,061)
Net property and equipment	$ 24,083	25,415
Building and Building Improvements [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Estimated Useful Life	20 years
Property and equipment, gross	$ 38,975	38,975
Machinery and Equipment [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	$ 0	2,035
Office Equipment [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Estimated Useful Life	7 years
Property and equipment, gross	$ 103,500	$ 101,467
Minimum [Member] | Machinery and Equipment [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Estimated Useful Life	7 years
Maximum [Member] | Machinery and Equipment [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Estimated Useful Life	15 years

Note 8 - Debt (Details)

Note 8 - Debt (Details) - USD ($)	Apr. 24, 2015	Feb. 24, 2014	Apr. 30, 2015
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract]
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage		12.50%
Debt Instrument, Periodic Payment		$ 3,444
Debt Instrument, Frequency of Periodic Payment		monthly for 35 months
Debt Instrument, Term		36 months
Litigation Settlement, Amount	$ 155,461
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Other (in Shares)	17,940
Settlement Liabilities, Current	$ 24,380
Repayments of Other Debt			$ 155,461

Note 8 - Debt (Details) - Sched

Note 8 - Debt (Details) - Schedule of Debt - USD ($)		Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Note 8 - Debt (Details) - Schedule of Debt [Line Items]
Note Payable		$ 373,780	$ 827,269
Less current portion		(18,544)	(372,983)
Total		355,236	454,286
Note Payable # 1 [Member]
Note 8 - Debt (Details) - Schedule of Debt [Line Items]
Note Payable		0	317,027
Note Payable #4 [Member]
Note 8 - Debt (Details) - Schedule of Debt [Line Items]
Note Payable		150,000	149,201
Note Payable #2 [Member]
Note 8 - Debt (Details) - Schedule of Debt [Line Items]
Note Payable	[1]	223,780	229,960
Note Payable #3 [Member]
Note 8 - Debt (Details) - Schedule of Debt [Line Items]
Note Payable	[2]	$ 0	$ 131,081
[1]	On February 24, 2014, the Company entered into a promissory note agreement. The note bears interest at 12.5% and payments of $3,444 are owed monthly for 35 months, beginning in March 2014, and a payment for the remainder of the note payable is due during the 36th month. This note is secured by the Company's real property. Daniel Dror, Chairman and CEO of American, is a personal guarantor of this note payable.
[2]	On April 24, 2015, The Company settled American International Industries, Inc. and Daniel Dror v. Scott and Maria Wolinsky. The Company agreed to pay the Wolinsky's $155,461 for delivery of 17,940 of the Company's shares to settle the lawsuit in full. In connection with settlement, the Company recorded an additional $24,380 obligation in connection with this settlement. The $155,461 obligation was paid in full in April 2015.

Note 8 - Debt (Details) - Sch43

Note 8 - Debt (Details) - Schedule of Debt (Parentheticals)	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Feb. 24, 2014
Note 8 - Debt (Details) - Schedule of Debt (Parentheticals) [Line Items]
Interest			12.50%
Note Payable # 1 [Member]
Note 8 - Debt (Details) - Schedule of Debt (Parentheticals) [Line Items]
Interest	7.25%	7.25%
Note Payable #4 [Member]
Note 8 - Debt (Details) - Schedule of Debt (Parentheticals) [Line Items]
Interest	12.50%	12.50%
Due	Sep. 30, 2017	Sep. 30, 2017
Secured by	the Company's real property	the Company's real property
Personal guarantor	Daniel Dror, Chairman and CEO of American	Daniel Dror, Chairman and CEO of American

Note 9 - Commitments and Cont44

Note 9 - Commitments and Contingencies (Details)	Apr. 24, 2015USD ($)shares	Oct. 01, 2013USD ($)shares	Sep. 30, 2015USD ($)shares	Sep. 30, 2014USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2002USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2014USD ($)	May. 31, 2010USD ($)
Note 9 - Commitments and Contingencies (Details) [Line Items]
Stock Repurchased During Period, Shares (in Shares) | shares			46,307
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock			$ 35,037	$ 19,024
Notes Payable			373,780			$ 827,269
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Current			1,780,313			1,532,104
Scott and Maria Wolinsky [Member]
Note 9 - Commitments and Contingencies (Details) [Line Items]
Stock Repurchased During Period, Shares (in Shares) | shares	17,940	89,540
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock	$ 155,461	$ 130,000
Debt Instrument, Face Amount		200,000
Treasury Stock, Carrying Basis		$ 200,000
Notes Payable						131,081
Line of Credit [Member] | Subsidiaries [Member]
Note 9 - Commitments and Contingencies (Details) [Line Items]
Long-term Line of Credit						1,512,542
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Current						570,095
Marald, Inc. [Member]
Note 9 - Commitments and Contingencies (Details) [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage					100.00%
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses					$ 225,000
Number of Notes Receivable					2
Note Receivable, Term					10 years
Note Receivable, Face Amount					$ 300,000		$ 300,000
Note Receivable, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage							18.00%
Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Gross, Noncurrent			$ 281,073			$ 281,073

Note 10 - Capital Stock and S45

Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) - USD ($)	Apr. 24, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2014
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized		1,000,000			1,000,000
Preferred Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share (in Dollars per share)		$ 0.001			$ 0.001
Preferred Stock, Shares Outstanding		1,000			1,000
Preferred Stock, Description		The Preferred Stock may be issued in one or more series, the terms of which may be determined at the time of issuance by the Board of Directors, without further action by stockholders, and may include voting rights (including the right to vote as a series on particular matters), preferences as to dividends and liquidation, conversion, redemption rights and sinking fund provisions.
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Other	17,940
Common Stock, Shares Authorized		50,000,000			50,000,000
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share (in Dollars per share)		$ 0.001			$ 0.001
Common Stock, Capital Shares Reserved for Future Issuance		103,680
Stock Repurchased During Period, Shares		46,307
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock (in Dollars)		$ 35,037	$ 19,024
Treasury Stock, Shares, Retired		260,530
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Acquisitions			120,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Acquisitions (in Dollars)			$ 150,000
Stock Issued for Legal Fees #1 [Member]
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Issued for Services		20,000	18,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Issued for Services (in Dollars)		$ 17,000	$ 25,920
Stock Issued for Legal Fees #2 [Member]
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Issued for Services		5,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Issued for Services (in Dollars)		$ 4,200
Stock Issued for Directors Fees #1 [Member]
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Issued for Services		10,000	10,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Issued for Services (in Dollars)		$ 8,600	$ 17,900
Stock Issued for Directors Fees #2 [Member]
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Issued for Services		10,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Issued for Services (in Dollars)		$ 8,600
Stock Issued for legal Fees #3 [Member]
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Issued for Services		15,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Issued for Services (in Dollars)		$ 10,050
Stock Issued for Consulting Services [Member]
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Issued for Services			10,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Issued for Services (in Dollars)			$ 17,900
Common Stock [Member]
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Treasury Stock, Retired, Par Value Method, Amount (in Dollars)		261
Additional Paid-in Capital [Member]
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Treasury Stock, Retired, Par Value Method, Amount (in Dollars)		$ 260,269
Series A Preferred Stock [Member]
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Other				1,000
Preferred Stock, Voting Rights		The Series A Preferred Stock will be entitled to this 30% voting right no matter how many shares of common stock or other voting stock of American are issued or outstanding in the future. For example, if there are 10,000 shares of American's common stock issued and outstanding at the time of a shareholder vote, the holder of the Series A Preferred Stock (Mr. Dror), voting separately as a class, will have the right to vote an aggregate of 4,286 shares, out of a total number of 14,286 shares voting. Additionally, American shall not adopt any amendments to American's Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation, as amended, make any changes to the Certificate of Designations establishing the Series A Preferred Stock, or effect any reclassification of the Series A Preferred Stock, without the affirmative vote of at least 66-2/3% of the outstanding shares of Series A Preferred Stock.
Chief Executive Officer [Member] | Stock Issued for Bonuses [Member]
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Gross			10,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Share-based Compensation, Gross (in Dollars)			$ 17,900
Chief Executive Officer [Member] | Stock Issued for Guarantee on Company Loans [Member]
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Other			100,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Other (in Dollars)			$ 124,000
Employees [Member] | Stock Issued for Bonuses [Member]
Note 10 - Capital Stock and Stock Options (Details) [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Gross			9,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Share-based Compensation, Gross (in Dollars)			$ 11,700

Note 11 - Related Parties (Deta

Note 11 - Related Parties (Details) - USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
Accounts Payable, Related Parties, Current	$ 131,124	$ 235,124
Due to Related Parties, Noncurrent	$ 300,000

Note 12 - Sale of Discontinue47

Note 12 - Sale of Discontinued Operations (Details) - Northeastern Plastics, Inc. [Member]	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015USD ($)
Note 12 - Sale of Discontinued Operations (Details) [Line Items]
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses	$ 10
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	100.00%

Note 12 - Sale of Discontinue48

Note 12 - Sale of Discontinued Operations (Details) - Schedule of Summarized Operating Results for Discontinued Operations - USD ($)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014
Other income (expenses):
Loss from discontinued operations	$ 0	$ (207,753)	$ 0	$ (562,876)
Northeastern Plastics, Inc. [Member]
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Revenues	0	2,309,413	0	5,126,749
Cost of revenues	0	(1,911,965)	0	(4,015,654)
Selling, general and administrative	0	(563,448)	0	(1,543,477)
Impairment of assets	0	0	0	0
Total costs and expenses	0	(2,475,413)	0	(5,559,131)
Operating loss	0	(166,000)	0	(432,382)
Other income (expenses):
Interest expense	0	(53,703)	0	(125,049)
Income tax expense	0	(2,000)	0	(5,445)
Other income	0	13,950	0	0
Total other expenses	0	(55,703)	0	(144,444)
Loss from discontinued operations	$ 0	$ (207,753)	$ 0	$ (562,876)

Note 12 - Sale of Discontinue49

Note 12 - Sale of Discontinued Operations (Details) - Schedule of Assets and Liabilities of Discontinued Operations - USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Current assets
Total current assets of discontinued operations	$ 0	$ 2,096,841
Non-current assets
Total non-current assets of discontinued operations	0	409,194
Current liabilities
Total current liabilities of discontinued operations	0	492,395
Long-term liabilities
Total long-term liabilities of discontinued operations	0	2,013,640
Northeastern Plastics, Inc. [Member]
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents	0	52,295
Accounts receivable, net	0	531,604
Inventories, net	0	1,473,363
Other current assets	0	39,579
Total current assets of discontinued operations	0	2,096,841
Non-current assets
Property and equipment, net	0	10,113
Patents, trademarks and tooling, net	0	144,283
Goodwill	0	254,798
Total non-current assets of discontinued operations	0	409,194
Current liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	0	492,395
Total current liabilities of discontinued operations	0	492,395
Long-term liabilities
Long-term debt	0	1,512,542
Deferred revenue	0	464,798
Other	0	36,300
Total long-term liabilities of discontinued operations	$ 0	$ 2,013,640

Note 13 - Segment Information50

Note 13 - Segment Information (Details)	Sep. 30, 2015
American International Holdings Corp. [Member]
Note 13 - Segment Information (Details) [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	93.20%
Brenham Oil & Gas [Member]
Note 13 - Segment Information (Details) [Line Items]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage	51.00%

Note 13 - Segment Information51

Note 13 - Segment Information (Details) - Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment - USD ($)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2015	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2014
Revenues:
Revenues	$ 1,726	$ 9,016	$ 5,736	$ 25,080
Operating income (loss) from continuing operations:
Operating income (loss) from continuing operations	(245,615)	965,285	(1,349,494)	133,268
Other income (expense) from continuing operations	(43,515)	(248,190)	(394,426)	70,354
Net loss from continuing operations	(289,130)	717,095	(1,743,920)	203,622
Interest Expense:
Interest Expense	19,723	16,033	65,298	59,981
Capital Expenditures:
Capital Expenditures		0	0	240,000
Identifiable Assets:
Identifiable Assets	8,049,607		8,049,607		$ 12,655,150
Brenham Oil & Gas [Member]
Revenues:
Revenues	1,726	9,016	5,736	25,080
Operating income (loss) from continuing operations:
Operating income (loss) from continuing operations	(35,157)	(50,744)	(135,021)	(154,376)
Capital Expenditures:
Capital Expenditures	0	0	0	20,000
Identifiable Assets:
Identifiable Assets	186,483		186,483		435,441
American International Holdings Corp. [Member]
Operating income (loss) from continuing operations:
Operating income (loss) from continuing operations	(34,169)	(37,939)	(98,903)	(97,582)
Identifiable Assets:
Identifiable Assets	2,545		2,545		120
American International Texas Properties, Inc [Member]
Operating income (loss) from continuing operations:
Operating income (loss) from continuing operations	(4,648)	979,068	(73,066)	855,221
Interest Expense:
Interest Expense	24,099	15,260	62,026	29,010
Capital Expenditures:
Capital Expenditures	0	0	0	220,000
Identifiable Assets:
Identifiable Assets	6,982,183		6,982,183		8,127,326
Corporate Segment [Member]
Operating income (loss) from continuing operations:
Operating income (loss) from continuing operations	(171,641)	74,900	(1,042,504)	(469,995)
Interest Expense:
Interest Expense	(4,376)	$ 773	3,272	$ 30,971
Identifiable Assets:
Identifiable Assets	$ 878,396		$ 878,396		$ 1,586,228